Edward H. "Hank" Arnold III
About Edward H. Arnold III
Edward H. Arnold III is a lawyer based in New Orleans, LA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2006. Edward H. Arnold III is recognized in the following practice areas:
- New Orleans, Louisiana
- Admiralty and Maritime Law
- Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- Commercial Transactions / UCC Law
- Equipment Finance Law
- Litigation - Bankruptcy
Current Firm: Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz PC
Education: Loyola University New Orleans, J.D., graduated 1988 and Louisiana State University, B.S., graduated 1983
Location: New Orleans, LA
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