Based in Ruston, Louisiana, Mr. Durrett represents his clients locally and statewide in a broad range of real estate and business transactions, successions and estate planning. Mr. Durrett is licensed to practice in all Louisiana State and Federal Courts, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals, as well as the Eastern, Middle, and Western United States District Courts of Louisiana.
Durrett Title, LLC is also a Best Practices Certified title agency. We provide a full range of legal services and title insurance to assist clients with residential and commercial real estate closings. We are available to assist clients with all aspects of real estate transactions, including contract negotiation, property development issues, property management, rights of way, easement and restriction issues, title examination, purchases and sales, leases, financing and real estate litigation. We provide representation to people and businesses throughout North Louisiana, focusing on Ruston and the surrounding communities.
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State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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TX | Eligible To Practice In Texas | 2018 | 05/28/2022 |
LA | Eligible to Practice Law | 2005 | 04/13/2022 |
Legal answers | 3 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Alta 2.0 Best Practices Certification | Heard, McElroy & Vestal CPA firm | 2015 |
Best of The Delta Finalist - Overall Best Attorney Category | Delta Style Magazine | 2015 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner | Durrett Law & Title | 2016 - Present |
Owner | Law Office of Benjamin J. Durrett | 2010 - 2014 |
Associate Attorney - Real Estate / Public Finance | McGlinchey Stafford, PLLC - Baton Rouge | 2008 - 2010 |
Associate Attorney | Preis Kraft & Roy - Lafayette | 2005 - 2008 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Louisiana Insurance Provider | Provider and Agent, Title Insurance | 2010 - Present |
Louisiana Bar Association | Member | 2005 - Present |
United Way Steamboat Committee | Board Member | N/A |
City of Ruston Cultural Board | Board Member | N/A |
Louisiana District Attorney Association | Assistant District Attorney | 2013 - 2014 |
Louisiana Law Review | Junior Editor | 2003 - 2005 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Durrett Law & Title Linked IN | Privacy Protection Policies | 2016 |
Focus on Business | Last Call: 2010 is the Year to Issue Tax-Exempt GOZone Bonds | 2010 |
Louisiana Revised Statutes | Community Development District Act - Submitted amendments incorporated into Act | 2009 |
Louisiana Workers Compensation Corporation | Fiduciary Duties for Corporate Directors and Officers | 2009 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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LSU Law / University de Lyon, France | Bachelor of Civil Law | 2005 |
Louisiana State University | J.D. | 2005 |
Louisiana Tech University | B.A. | 2002 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Lunch and Learn in Monroe Office | Cyber Security for Realtors | 2016 |
Case name | Outcome |
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La Pac Manufacturing, Inc. et al v. TCM Manufacturing, Inc. et al | The Court of Appeal, Peters, J., held that our client, the electrical provider did not owe plaintiffs a duty to disconnect power to offset the risk of augmenting fire presented by ventilation fans. |
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Cole Smith, Real estate Attorney on Oct 17, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Durrett is very thorough and prepared. He provides excellent service to his clients in an timely and efficient manner.
Michael Smith, Real estate Attorney on Jun 22, 2016
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
I began working for Bjay in November 2015. The thing that stands out to me the most about Bjay is his attention to detail and his commitment to client satisfaction. I am glad to be working with Bjay, and I appreciate the guidance that he has offered as I continue to build my legal practice.
Cole Smith, Real estate Attorney on Oct 17, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Durrett is very thorough and prepared. He provides excellent service to his clients in an timely and efficient manner.
Michael Smith, Real estate Attorney on Jun 22, 2016
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
I began working for Bjay in November 2015. The thing that stands out to me the most about Bjay is his attention to detail and his commitment to client satisfaction. I am glad to be working with Bjay, and I appreciate the guidance that he has offered as I continue to build my legal practice.
John Durrett, Real estate Attorney on Jun 22, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter
BJay is a detail-oriented problem solver. BJay runs a customer friendly practice. I have worked with him on many real estate deals. He always impresses me with his work ethic and "can do" philosophy.