# John Bechtold Shortess

> John Bechtold Shortess is a counsel based in Baton Rouge, LA. The practice focuses on Environmental, General, and Litigation. John has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Phelps Dunbar LLP. Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.

## Identity
- Canonical URL: https://lawyerslisted.com/lawyers/john-bechtold-shortess
- Role: Counsel at Phelps Dunbar LLP
- Location: Baton Rouge, LA
- Years in practice: 27
- Licensed since: 1999
- Verification: Unverified / unclaimed profile
- Accepting new clients: yes

## Practice areas
- Environmental — https://lawyerslisted.com/practice-areas/environmental-law
- General — https://lawyerslisted.com/practice-areas/other
- Litigation — https://lawyerslisted.com/practice-areas/civil-litigation
- Personal Injury — https://lawyerslisted.com/practice-areas/personal-injury

## Bar admissions
- admitted 1999 — ACTIVE
- admitted 1999 — ACTIVE

## Education
- Tulane University — J.D. — 1999
- Vanderbilt University — B.A. — 1991

## Awards & recognition
- BV Distinguished

## Known for
- Handles Environmental, General, and Litigation matters from Baton Rouge, LA.
- Over 27 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.

## Office
- II City Plaza, 400 Convention Street, Suite 1100, Baton Rouge, LA, 70821-4412
- Phone: 225-495-3070

## Client reviews
- Aggregate rating: 4.3 / 5 across 2 reviews
- See verified reviews: https://lawyerslisted.com/lawyers/john-bechtold-shortess#reviews

## Citation policy
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