Mr. Slaton concentrates his practice in commercial real estate, including land use and zoning matters, leasing and finance. He joined Stone Pigman in 2004.
James E.A. Slaton
Awarded Practice Areas
Banking and Finance Law Real Estate Law
*Named the "Lawyer of the Year" in this practice area in the 2026 edition in Baton Rouge.
Awarded Practice Areas
Banking and Finance Law Real Estate Law
*Named the "Lawyer of the Year" in this practice area in the 2026 edition in Baton Rouge.
Biography
Locations
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Education
- Louisiana State University, J.D., graduated 2002
Bar Admissions
Affiliations
- American Bar Association Real Property, Trust and Estate Law Section Land Use and Zoning Committee - Chair
- Baton Rouge Bar Association - Member
- Louisiana State Bar Association - Member
- New Orleans Bar Association - Member
- Urban Land Institute - Associate Member
Client Testimonials
Awards & Focus

Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® for:
- Banking and Finance Law, Baton Rouge (2026)
- Real Estate Law, Baton Rouge (2017)
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
- Banking and Finance Law
- Real Estate Law
Additional Areas of Practice:
- Land Use and Zoning Law
Awards:
- In 2013, Mr. Slaton was named to The Best Lawyers in America for his work in the field of real estate law. New Orleans magazine recognized him as a Top Lawyer in real estate law and land use and zoning law.
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