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Azelie Ziegler Shelby

Azelie Ziegler Shelby is an attorney at Shelby Law Firm in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She has more than 30 years of experience in litigation, estate planning, immigration, workers’ compensation, and personal injury law, with a strong background in motion practice. Admitted to the Louisiana State Bar in 1993, she is also admitted to practice before multiple federal courts, including the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. She earned her J.D. from Louisiana State University Law Center, where she served on the Jessup International Moot Court Team.

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Companies struggle with current H-1B visa policies

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Last Modified on Sep 17, 2024

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is continuing its trend of high rates of H-1B visa denials. The denials are in line with stated intentions by President Donald…

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Create a lasting legacy through estate planning

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Last Modified on Sep 17, 2024

While it is impossible to predict the future, there are steps one can take that allow him or her to decide what will happen to personal property, assets and medical…

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Estate Planning For Second Marriage in Louisiana

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Last Modified on Apr 21, 2025

When planning to marry for a second time, there are important legal and financial steps necessary to protecting long-term interests. Certain estate planning steps allow a Louisiana adult to avoid…

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Providing proof of U.S. citizenship in a passport application

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Last Modified on Sep 17, 2024

A passport ranks as one of the most vital documents a U.S. citizen can possess. This essential document provides more than the ability to travel to a foreign country. It…

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A complete estate plan is needed for adults of all ages

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Last Modified on Sep 17, 2024

Planning for the future is not something reserved only for the rich and famous. Adults of all ages will benefit from having a complete estate plan, even if they are…

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Doctors should be diligent about estate planning

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Last Modified on Apr 21, 2025

Doctors and health care providers understand the unpredictability of life more than many others. They see how quickly someone’s health can change and why it’s important to have certain financial…

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