Business Lawyer in Lafayette, LA

Practical legal counsel for businesses, from formation to the courtroom.

The Law Office of Holden Hoggatt helps Lafayette-area business owners start strong, make sound deals, and resolve disputes.

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Practice Areas

Business law services across the life of your company, serving Lafayette and Acadiana.

Business Formation

Setting up the right structure from day one.

  • Entity selection
  • LLCs and corporations
  • Operating agreements

Business Transactions

Clear, careful documentation for the deals that matter.

  • Contract drafting and review
  • Mergers and acquisitions
  • Buy-sell agreements

Business Litigation

Advocacy when disputes can't be resolved at the table.

  • Contract disputes
  • Partner and shareholder disputes

Energy & Oilfield Services

Counsel for companies working in and around the energy sector.

  • Master service agreements (MSAs)
  • Indemnity provisions
  • Contract disputes

Construction & Commercial Real Estate

Protecting your interests on projects and properties.

  • Contractor disputes
  • Liens
  • Commercial leases

Business Succession & Estate Planning

Planning for the future of your business and family.

  • Succession planning for business owners
  • Louisiana civil-law successions
  • Ownership transition planning

Aerospace & Industrial Development

Business counsel for companies supporting new aerospace and industrial projects in Vermilion Parish and Acadiana.

  • Contracts
  • Vendor and supplier agreements
  • Land and lease matters
  • Permitting-related business issues

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Flat-Fee Services

Predictable pricing for common business legal needs.

LLC Formation

Formation of a Louisiana limited liability company, including state filing preparation.

Starting at $1,500

Final fee depends on complexity and number of members.

Operating Agreement

A tailored operating agreement addressing ownership, management, and exit terms.

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Oilfield MSA Review

Review of a master service agreement, with attention to indemnity and insurance provisions.

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Contract Review

Review of a business contract with a summary of key risks and suggested revisions.

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Monthly Outside General Counsel

Ongoing access to counsel for routine business legal questions on a monthly plan. [price] / month

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Fees vary by scope and complexity and are confirmed in writing before work begins. Court costs, filing fees, and other third-party costs are additional.

Holden Hoggatt, attorney
About the Attorney

Holden Hoggatt

Holden Hoggatt is a Louisiana attorney who counsels individuals and businesses on business law, contracts, and estate planning, with a focus on anticipating legal hurdles and crafting strategies to manage risk.


His experience as an Assistant District Attorney gives him courtroom experience that complements his private practice.


Education
Juris Doctor and Graduate Diploma in Civil Law, LSU Law School
B.A., Spanish and Political Science, Millsaps College
Certificate in Foreign Direct Investment and Commercial Law of China, Tsinghua University (Beijing)


Bar Admissions: Louisiana

Why Choose Us

A small firm built around direct, responsive service.

01

Direct Attorney Access

You work with your attorney, not a rotating team.

02

Business-Focused

Our practice is dedicated to the legal needs of businesses and their owners.

03

Clear Communication

Straightforward advice and transparent expectations at every step.

04

Local to Lafayette

Rooted in Lafayette and invested in the businesses of Acadiana.

Contact

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Tell us about your business and how we can help.


Address: 508 Beaullieu Drive
Lafayette, Louisiana 70508


Phone: (337) 703-4925
Fax: (337) 345-1598
Email: info@holdenhoggattlaw.com [planned]

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