William E. "Bill" Steffes
About William E. Steffes
William E. Steffes is a lawyer based in Baton Rouge, LA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 1989. William E. Steffes is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Baton Rouge, Louisiana
- Administrative / Regulatory Law
- Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- Litigation - Bankruptcy
Current Firm: The Steffes Firm LLC
Education: Louisiana State University, J.D., graduated 1977 and Louisiana State University, B.A., graduated 1973
Location: Baton Rouge, LA
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