James Vernon Petersen

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James Vernon Petersen

5.0
Rating: 5.8

Licensed for 2 years

Construction and development Lawyer at New Orleans, LA
Practice Areas: Construction & Development, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI ... +3 more

135 Terra Bella Blvd. Suite B-5, New Orleans, LA

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About James

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Construction and Development 20%

Construction Defects. Private Works Act Privileges. Homeowner Protection. Insurance Coverage.

20%
Criminal Defense 20%

20%
DUI and DWI 20%

20%
Domestic Violence 20%

20%
Consumer Protection 10%

10%
Drug Crime 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Licenses

Licensed in Louisiana for 2 years

State: Louisiana

Acquired: 2023

Eligible to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

James V. Petersen, APLC

135 Terra Bella Blvd. Suite B-5, New Orleans, LA, 70443

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James Vernon Petersen's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Posted by Zak | March 12, 2026 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Hardworking and caring

James has helped me with multiple cases. I feel he’s the only attorney who actually care about the outcome of his clients cases!

Posted by anonymous | March 11, 2026 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

James is Great!

James is great! He pays attention to every detail and is easy to communicate with- He has confidence in his work and it shows. Very happy to have him as my lawyer!

Posted by Anna | March 10, 2026 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly Recommend

I worked with James on a lease agreement and tenant issue related to one of my investment properties. He was incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and easy to work with from start to finish. He took the time to explain the legal details clearly and made sure I felt confident about every step we ...were taking. What really impressed me was how responsive and thorough he was — I always felt like my case was a priority. If you’re looking for an attorney who is sharp, practical, and genuinely cares about his clients, I highly recommend James.

Posted by Jarred | March 10, 2026 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Excellent Attorney and Trusted Professional

James Petersen is a lawyer I know and have worked with, and I hold him in very high regard. He is sharp, dependable, and genuinely cares about the people he represents. In my experience, he handles matters thoughtfully and professionally, with the kind of judgment and work ethic that clients need in ...an attorney. I would strongly recommend James to anyone looking for excellent legal representation.

Posted by Marcela | February 20, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Family Law

Dr. Petersen is a very knowledgeable attorney that cares for his clients and find the best solutions to your case. I highly recommend him. He is very affordable and very detail oriented.

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Experience

Rating:  5.8 (Average)

Education

2021

Southern University Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

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