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Joseph A. Prokop, Jr.

4.9
26 reviews

628 North Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LA 70802-5597

Elder Law, Estate Planning, Wills and 3 more

About Joseph A. Prokop, Jr.

Articles Editor, Thomas M. Cooley Law Review, 1989-1990. Chancellor, Moot Court Board. Recipient, Alumni Association Distinguished Graduating Student Award. former Mental Health Liaison Officer, 19th JDC.

Joseph A. Prokop, Jr. (Baton Rouge, Louisiana)

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Guardianship and Conservatorship
Posted by Mary
July 06, 2024
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Mr Prokop walked us through the continuing tutorship process after 2 other attorneys had started and not followed through. He has continued to answer questions that arose over the years and is now working on our transfer of guardianship to Alabama, He is knowledgeable and compassionate

Trusts and Estates
Posted by Gabrielle
December 20, 2023
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Joe was great to work with and he continues to answer my questions although our business has concluded over a year ago! I feel he handles his clients like they are family and went (goes) above and beyond. Super guy! THANK YOU

Trusts and Estates
Posted by anonymous
September 03, 2015
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Areas of Law

  • Elder Law
  • Trusts and Estates 1
    • Estate Planning
  • Taxation 1
    • Estate and Gift Taxation
  • Other 3
    • Wills
    • Probate
    • Mental Health

Practice Details

  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Free initial consultation
    Fixed hourly rates
    Fixed fees available
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Member
    Firm Name
    Joseph A. Prokop Jr., PLC

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1990, Louisiana
    1990, Michigan
    1992, U.S. Tax Court
    1993, U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle and Western Districts of Louisiana
    1997, U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
    1998, U.S. Supreme Court
    2000, U.S. Court of Federal Claims
    2002, U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit
    2004, U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
    Memberships
    Baton Rouge and Louisiana State Bar Associations
    State Bar of Michigan.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Thomas M. Cooley Law School
    Class of 1990
    J.D.
    Other Education
    Georgetown University

    Louisiana State University and A. and M. College
    Class of 1979
    B.A.

    University of Miami School of Law
    Class of 1991
    LL.M. in Estate Planning & Administration

    Stetson University College of Law
    Class of 2011
    LL.M. in Elder Law
    Legal Certifications
    Board Certified Estate Planning and Administration Specialist by the Louisiana Board Of Legal Specialization
  • Special Agencies
    Veterans Administration
    Internal Revenue Service
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1957
    Baton Rouge, Louisiana, May 29, 1957

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4.9
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628 North BoulevardBaton Rouge, LA 70802-5597U.S.A.

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  • Tuesday 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Wednesday 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Thursday 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Friday 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Saturday By appointment
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    Joseph A. Prokop, Jr. is admitted to practice before the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, United States Court of Federal Claims, United States Supreme Court and United States Tax Court.
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    Yes, Joseph A. Prokop, Jr. has a 5.0 Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
  • What law school did this attorney attend?
    Joseph A. Prokop, Jr. attended Thomas M. Cooley Law School.
  • Does this attorney maintain any other responsibilities in the firm outside of legal work?
    Joseph A. Prokop, Jr. is the Managing Partner of the firm.
  • What year was this attorney's law firm established?
    Joseph A. Prokop Jr., PLC was established in 1990.

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