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In 2019, Charles M. Raymond brought his extensive legal experience to Forrest Cressy and James, LLC (FCJ) as Of Counsel, enriching the firm's distinguished roster with over four decades of legal acumen. With licenses to practice law in both Louisiana and Mississippi, Mr. Raymond has traversed a diverse landscape of legal representation, serving multinational corporations, individuals, and government entities alike.
His illustrious career spans a myriad of roles and responsibilities. From 1986 to 2003, Mr. Raymond served as Litigation Counsel for Shell Oil Company and its subsidiaries, diligently representing the company across multiple states, including Mississippi, Louisiana, Alabama, and Texas. Prior to this, he honed his legal prowess as the Assistant Parish Attorney for the City of Baton Rouge and the Parish of East Baton Rouge from 1979 to 1984.
Throughout his tenure, Mr. Raymond has navigated the intricacies of various legal arenas, from complex litigation and personal injury cases to property disputes, insurance coverage, and environmental claims. His skills extend to toxic tort claims, commercial business disputes, oil and gas matters, expropriations, and condemnations. Moreover, he remains dedicated to providing comprehensive legal counsel, offering estate planning advice and business legal analysis to his esteemed clientele.
A stalwart member of the legal community, Mr. Raymond actively contributes to several professional associations, including the Louisiana State Bar Association, the Mississippi Bar Association, the District of Columbia Bar Association, the 22 Judicial District Bar Association, and the American Bar Association.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Mr. Raymond exemplifies a steadfast commitment to community service. He is a devoted volunteer for the United Way of Southeast Louisiana, where he serves as the volunteer legal advisor to the Coordinating Impact Committee. Previously, he held the role of Co-Chair for the Successful Children and Families Goal area within the organization. Additionally, his involvement in the Louisiana Bar Association underscores his dedication to advancing the legal profession, as demonstrated by his service as a Delegate to the Association’s House of Delegates and his membership on various committees, including the Bar Governance Committee and the Right to Counsel Committee.
Biography
In 2019, Charles M. Raymond brought his extensive legal experience to Forrest Cressy and James, LLC (FCJ) as Of Counsel, enriching the firm's distinguished roster with over four decades of legal acumen. With licenses to practice law in both Louisiana and Mississippi, Mr. Raymond has traversed a diverse landscape of legal representation, serving multinational corporations, individuals, and government entities alike. His illustrious career spans a myriad of roles and responsibilities. From 1986 to 2003, Mr. Raymond served as Litigation Counsel for Shell Oil Company and its subsidiaries, diligently representing the company across multiple states, including Mississippi, Louisiana, Alabama, and Texas. Prior to this, he honed his legal prowess as the Assistant Parish Attorney for the City of Baton Rouge and the Parish of East Baton Rouge from 1979 to 1984. Throughout his tenure, Mr. Raymond has navigated the intricacies of various legal arenas, from complex litigation and personal injury cases to property disputes, insurance coverage, and environmental claims. His skills extend to toxic tort claims, commercial business disputes, oil and gas matters, expropriations, and condemnations. Moreover, he remains dedicated to providing comprehensive legal counsel, offering estate planning advice and business legal analysis to his esteemed clientele. A stalwart member of the legal community, Mr. Raymond actively contributes to several professional associations, including the Louisiana State Bar Association, the Mississippi Bar Association, the District of Columbia Bar Association, the 22 Judicial District Bar Association, and the American Bar Association. Beyond his professional endeavors, Mr. Raymond exemplifies a steadfast commitment to community service. He is a devoted volunteer for the United Way of Southeast Louisiana, where he serves as the volunteer legal advisor to the Coordinating Impact Committee. Previously, he held the role of Co-Chair for the Successful Children and Families Goal area within the organization. Additionally, his involvement in the Louisiana Bar Association underscores his dedication to advancing the legal profession, as demonstrated by his service as a Delegate to the Association’s House of Delegates and his membership on various committees, including the Bar Governance Committee and the Right to Counsel Committee.
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- Admission Details 1979, Louisiana 1980, U.S. Supreme Court 1987, District of Columbia 1990, Mississippi U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana U.S. District Court, Western District of Louisiana U.S. District Court, Middle District of Louisiana U.S. District Court, Northern District of Mississippi U.S. District Court, Southern District of Mississippi U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit Law School Attended Loyola University School of Law, New Orleans Class of 1978 J.D. University Attended Louisiana State University Class of 1975 B.A. Birth Information Born in 1953 Chester, Pennsylvania, May 22, 1953
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