Before he decided to take up law as a career, Bowdre Banks had achieved success in another profession. With several degrees, including a doctoral degree in music from the University of Arizona, he was a performing musician (piano) and a college professor. The lure of the law was great for him, however, and he attended Loyola University School of Law in New Orleans, Louisiana. While a student, he excelled in his legal studies.

As a result of his superior legal scholarship and leadership ability, Bowdre was a member of the Loyola Law Review, and served as Managing Editor of the Law Review. In 1980, he graduated second in his class, with honors. Instead of pursuing a position with a large law firm, which is what many top law graduates choose to do, Bowdre started his own practice, representing individuals and small businesses. Today, twenty-six years after “hanging out his shingle”, Bowdre has represented many hundreds of clients in bankruptcy matters. Although available for representation in several other areas of the civil law, bankruptcy law has been a major focal point of his practice.

With the limited time available to him, considering his busy practice and family obligations, Bowdre has continued his love for and dedication to music. He has a number of other interests as well, including the martial arts. Bowdre holds a black belt in Shotokan Karate.

If you wish to discuss a legal problem with Bowdre Banks, you may contact him either by telephone or by email, as follows:

• In New Orleans area, call 504-524-7603
   
• Out of New Orleans area, call 800-375-7603
• E-mail

Whatever method you use, your consultation will be confidential and free of charge.

Nothing contained herein should be construed to constitute advice for your personal situation. Furthermore, this is intended as a peripheral glance at the various options available, but by no means is this a comprehensive or exhaustive analysis of the bankruptcy laws. Whether or not you should file a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, or any bankruptcy, will vary depending on your personal situation. This decision should only be undertaken after careful consideration and analysis, and after consultation with a professional. This informative summary may contain information and rules peculiar to the Eastern District of Louisiana.