Paul Raymond Trapani III

Paul Raymond Trapani III, Business Attorney in Madisonville, Louisiana

Over 17 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Construction, and Insurance

AssociateatDaigle Fisse & Kessenich

Madisonville, LA

Practicing business in Madisonville since 2009.

17+
Years practicing
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Paul Raymond Trapani III is an associate based in Madisonville, LA. The practice focuses on Business, Construction, and Insurance. Paul has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Daigle Fisse & Kessenich.

Based in
Madisonville, LA
Experience
over 17 years
Known for
Business · Construction · Insurance
  • Handles Business, Construction, and Insurance matters from Madisonville, LA.
  • Over 17 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Paul Raymond Trapani III: Paul Raymond Trapani III is an associate based in Madisonville, LA. The practice focuses on Business, Construction, and Insurance. Paul has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Daigle Fisse & Kessenich.

Areas of practice

Paul's practice areas in Madisonville

Paul concentrates on business, construction, insurance, litigation, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Paul handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Madisonville, Louisiana

Paul takes business matters in Madisonville, Louisiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Paul agrees to represent you.

Construction cases in Madisonville, Louisiana

Paul takes construction matters in Madisonville, Louisiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Paul agrees to represent you.

Insurance cases in Madisonville, Louisiana

Paul takes insurance matters in Madisonville, Louisiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Paul agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Madisonville, Louisiana

Paul takes litigation matters in Madisonville, Louisiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Paul agrees to represent you.

Product Liability cases in Madisonville, Louisiana

Paul takes product liability matters in Madisonville, Louisiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Paul agrees to represent you.

Biography

Paul Raymond Trapani III, business attorney serving Madisonville

Paul Raymond Trapani III is an associate based in Madisonville, LA. The practice focuses on Business, Construction, and Insurance. Paul has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Daigle Fisse & Kessenich. Paul works from Madisonville, Louisiana and takes on business matters across the region.

Mr. Trapani joined the firm as an associate in 2014. Since becoming licensed to practice law in 2009, Mr. Trapani has specialized in civil litigation, including commercial litigation, insurance coverage, product liability defense, and construction law. Mr. Trapani is admitted to practice in the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit and all federal and state courts in Louisiana. He has extensive litigation experience representing clients in both state and federal court.

In 2009, Mr. Trapani received his Juris Doctor, magna cum laude, from Tulane Law School, where he was as a Notes and Comments Editor for the Tulane Law Review and graduated Order of the Coif. He earned his B.A., cum laude, in Political Science from Tulane University in 2003.

Before attending Tulane Law School, Mr. Trapani served as a volunteer in the United States Peace Corps in Togo, West Africa.
Author: Note, "In Re Vioxx Products Liability Litigation," 82 Tul. L. Rev. 2517 (2008); Comment, "Old Presumptions Never Die: Rethinking the Steelworkers Trilogy Presumption of Arbitration," 83 Tul. L. Rev. 559 (2008).

Paul's approach to business cases

Mr. Trapani joined the firm as an associate in 2014. Since becoming licensed to practice law in 2009, Mr. Trapani has specialized in civil litigation, including commercial litigation, insurance coverage, product liability defense, and construction law. Mr. Trapani is admitted to practice in the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit and all federal and state courts in Louisiana. He…

Clients Paul works with

Paul reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, construction, and insurance matters in Madisonville and the surrounding Louisiana area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Paul studied and practices

  • Tulane University

    J.D. · 2009

  • Tulane University

    B.A. · 2003

Jurisdictions

Paul's state bar admissions

  • Louisiana

    2009 · ACTIVE

Paul studied at J.D. in Tulane University and B.A. in Tulane University.

Law school and academic background

Paul completed J.D. in Tulane University and B.A. in Tulane University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Paul runs in Louisiana is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Paul Raymond Trapani III's office in Madisonville

Paul's primary office is at 227 Highway 21, Madisonville, LA, 70447. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Daigle Fisse & Kessenich

227 Highway 21

Madisonville, LA 70447

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Hiring guide

How to hire Paul Raymond Trapani III — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Paul usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Paul charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Paul's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Paul will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in Madisonville, Louisiana

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Paul

Paul discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Paul confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Paul's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Paul Raymond Trapani III

  • How much does it cost to hire Paul for a business case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Paul walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Paul offer a free consultation?

    Paul charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Paul's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Paul's current terms during booking.

  • How long do business cases in Louisiana typically take?

    Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Paul gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Paul take my case if I'm outside Madisonville?

    Paul is licensed in Louisiana. Matters governed by Louisiana law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Paul will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Paul?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Paul will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Paul accepting new business clients right now?

    Paul's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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