Shelley Jourdan Harrison, Business Attorney in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Over 19 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Employment, and Estate Planning
Baton Rouge, LA
Practicing business in Baton Rouge since 2007.
- 19+
- Years practicing
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Shelley Jourdan Harrison is an attorney based in Baton Rouge, LA. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Estate Planning. Shelley has over 19 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Baton Rouge, LA
- Experience
- over 19 years
- Known for
- Business · Employment · Estate Planning
- Handles Business, Employment, and Estate Planning matters from Baton Rouge, LA.
- Over 19 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Shelley Jourdan Harrison: Shelley Jourdan Harrison is an attorney based in Baton Rouge, LA. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Estate Planning. Shelley has over 19 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Shelley takes on
Shelley concentrates on business, employment, estate planning, litigation, and securities. Each area below outlines the kind of case Shelley handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Employment
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Business cases in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Shelley takes business matters in Baton Rouge, 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 Shelley agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Shelley takes employment matters in Baton Rouge, 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 Shelley agrees to represent you.
Estate Planning cases in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Shelley takes estate planning matters in Baton Rouge, 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 Shelley agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Shelley takes litigation matters in Baton Rouge, 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 Shelley agrees to represent you.
Securities cases in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Shelley takes securities matters in Baton Rouge, 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 Shelley agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Shelley Jourdan Harrison — business lawyer in Baton Rouge
Shelley Jourdan Harrison is an attorney based in Baton Rouge, LA. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Estate Planning. Shelley has over 19 years of legal experience.
Shelley Jourdan Harrison is a lawyer practicing business disputes and litigation, data security and privacy, environmental litigation and 3 other areas of law. Shelley received a B.A. degree from Louisiana State University in 2003, and has been licensed for 19 years. Shelley practices in Baton Rouge, LA.
Working with Shelley on a business matter
Shelley Jourdan Harrison is a lawyer practicing business disputes and litigation, data security and privacy, environmental litigation and 3 other areas of law. Shelley received a B.A. degree from Louisiana State University in 2003, and has been licensed for 19 years. Shelley practices in Baton Rouge, LA.
Clients Shelley works with
Shelley reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, employment, and estate planning matters in Baton Rouge and the surrounding Louisiana area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Southern University Law Center
J.D. · 2007
Louisiana State University
B.A. · 2003
Jurisdictions
Shelley's state bar admissions
Louisiana
2007 · ACTIVE
Shelley studied at J.D. in Southern University Law Center and B.A. in Louisiana State University.
Law school and academic background
Shelley completed J.D. in Southern University Law Center and B.A. in Louisiana State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Shelley runs in Louisiana is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Shelley's professional memberships and bar associations
Memberships •Baton Rouge and Louisiana State Bar Association (House of Delegates, 2008-2010) Member, Judge Albert Tate, Jr
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Inns of Court
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Locations
Shelley Jourdan Harrison's office in Baton Rouge
Shelley's primary office is at 400 Convention St Ste 700, Baton Rouge, LA, 70802-5628. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Shelley Jourdan Harrison — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Shelley usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Shelley charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Shelley'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; Shelley will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Baton Rouge, 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 Shelley
Shelley 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. Shelley confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Shelley'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 Shelley Jourdan Harrison
How much does it cost to hire Shelley for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Shelley walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Shelley offer a free consultation?
Shelley charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Shelley's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Shelley'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. Shelley gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Shelley take my case if I'm outside Baton Rouge?
Shelley 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 — Shelley 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 Shelley?
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. Shelley will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Shelley accepting new business clients right now?
Shelley'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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