About William C.

William C. Peatross is a seasoned real estate attorney based in Shreveport, Louisiana, with over five decades of experience in the legal field. He has been a member of the Louisiana State Bar since 1968 and joined the Colorado Bar in 1993. Currently, Mr. Peatross serves as Of Counsel at Wiener, Weiss & Madison, A Professional Corporation, a firm that specializes in real estate law. His extensive background in real estate law encompasses many areas, including commercial real estate, condominiums, easements, eminent domain, homeowners associations, land use and zoning, mortgages, neighbor disputes, and residential real estate. Mr.

Peatross earned his Juris Doctor from the Paul M — Hebert Law Center at Louisiana State University in 1968. Prior to pursuing his legal education, he completed his Bachelor of Arts at Louisiana State University in 1965. This strong educational foundation laid the groundwork for his successful career, during which he has represented clients. His clients include lenders, title insurance underwriters, and both commercial and residential real estate developers, showcasing his versatility and depth of knowledge in the field. Throughout his career, Mr. Peatross has gained recognition for his professional achievements. He holds an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell, which signifies the highest level of professional excellence in the legal community.

Additionally, he has been named one of Louisiana's Super Lawyers and recognized among the Best Real Estate Lawyers in Shreveport/Bossier by SB Magazine. These accolades reflect his dedication to providing exceptional legal services and his commitment to upholding the highest standards in the practice of law. In addition to his legal practice, Mr. Peatross is an active member of several professional organizations. He is affiliated with the Louisiana State Bar Association, the Shreveport Bar Association, and the American Bar Association. Furthermore, he is a member of the American College of Mortgage Attorneys, the American Land Title Association, and the Louisiana Land Title Association. His involvement in these organizations demonstrates his commitment to staying current on legal developments and contributing to the legal community.

Mr. Peatross maintains offices in both Shreveport and Baton Rouge, Louisiana. His Shreveport office is located at 330 Marshall St, Suite 1000, Shreveport, LA 71101, while his Baton Rouge office can be found at 445 Louisiana Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70802. This dual-office setup allows him to effectively serve clients across the state, ensuring that he is accessible to those in need of his expertise in real estate law.

Education

Paul M. Hebert Law Center, Louisiana State University

J.D. (1968)

1968

Languages

English (Spoken)

Experience

Of Counsel

Wiener, Weiss & Madison, A Professional Corporation

Accepted Jurisdictions

Colorado
Louisiana

Court Admissions

Louisiana Supreme Court State Supreme Court · Admitted 1968
Colorado Supreme Court State Supreme Court · Admitted 1993

Types of Cases Handled

Real Estate Law

Legal Services Scope

Commercial Real Estate Condominiums Easements Eminent Domain Homeowners Association Land Use & Zoning Mortgages Neighbor Disputes Residential Real Estate Water Law

Professional Associations

Louisiana State Bar Association

has membership Current

Shreveport Bar Association

has membership Current

American Bar Association

has membership Current

American College of Mortgage Lawyers

has membership Current

American Land Title Association

has membership Current

Louisiana Land Title Association

has membership Current

Office Locations

Main Office

 330 Marshall St #1000 Shreveport LA 71101

Office 2

 445 Louisiana Ave Baton Rouge LA 70802

Office 3

 P.O. Box 21990 Shreveport LA 71120-1990