William H. "Bill" Langenstein III
About William H. Langenstein III
William H. Langenstein III is a lawyer based in New Orleans, LA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2015. William H. Langenstein III is recognized in the following practice areas:
- New Orleans, Louisiana
- Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
- Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
- Commercial Transactions / UCC Law
- Corporate Law
- Litigation - Real Estate
- Real Estate Law
- Tax Law
Current Firm: Chaffe McCall LLP
Education: Loyola University New Orleans, J.D., graduated 1978
Location: New Orleans, LA
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