James A. Jim Stuckey

Banking and Finance Law

4.0 (1 reviews)

New Orleans, Louisiana

45+ years experience

Phelps Dunbar LLP

Updated: Jan 03, 2026

Contact Information

504-566-1311

https://www.phelps.com/professionals/james-jim-a-stuckey.html

365 Canal Street, Suite 2000, New Orleans, LA 70130-6534

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Bio

Jim Stuckey practices in the areas of commercial finance, real estate, business, project financing, and leasing. His commercial experience includes complex loan transactions in real estate, construction, project finance, oil and gas, line of credit and asset based loans, as well as leveraged lease and utility securitization financings, and real estate and commercial transactions. His lending practice includes representing lenders and borrowers in oil and gas loans, real estate and construction financings, leveraged leases, and secured working capital loans. He advises clients in negotiations of a wide variety of contracts, including major purchase, lease, and project development and financing agreements. He has represented clients from many industries, including banks and other financial institutions, public utilities, oil companies, chemical and product manufacturers, governmental entities, and universities. He serves as the practice coordinator of the business group in New Orleans.

Practice Areas

Banking and Finance Law

Awards & Recognition

Lawyer of the Year: Real Estate Law, New Orleans (2025)
Lawyer of the Year: Equipment Finance Law, New Orleans (2024)
Lawyer of the Year: Equipment Finance Law, New Orleans (2022)
Lawyer of the Year: Equipment Finance Law, New Orleans (2019)
Lawyer of the Year: Equipment Finance Law, New Orleans (2015)
Lawyer of the Year: Banking and Finance Law, New Orleans (2014)
Lawyer of the Year: Real Estate Law, New Orleans (2013)
Lawyer of the Year: Equipment Finance Law, New Orleans (2011)
Recognized: Banking and Finance Law
Recognized: Equipment Finance Law
Recognized: Real Estate Law
Special Focus: Commercial Finance
Special Focus: COVID-19
Special Focus: Finance
Special Focus: Oil & Gas Lending
Special Focus: Structured Finance
Special Focus: Transactions
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Chambers USA: America's Leading Lawyers for Business
Banking Finance Law (2006-2021), Equipment Finance Law (2007-2021), Real Estate Law (2008-2021), "Lawyer of the Year" Equipment Finance Law (2011, 2014-2015, 2019) & Real Estate Law (2013), The Best Lawyers in America
Louisiana Super Lawyers list, Super Lawyers (2007-2020)
Top Lawyers, New Orleans Magazine

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2003

Education

Davidson College, BA, graduated 1980
Tulane University, J.D., graduated 1983

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Reviews

Nancy Diaz

2 weeks ago

Expert guidance on a complex commercial real estate deal

Our company engaged Jim Stuckey to navigate a multi-layered commercial real estate acquisition and financing package. His 45 years of experience, particularly in complex loan transactions, was immediately evident. He provided a clear, strategic roadmap through the intricacies of the deal, and his deep knowledge of both real estate and commercial finance was invaluable. It’s no surprise he’s been recognized as Lawyer of the Year in these fields. While his billing is commensurate with his expertise and the firm's standing, the overall cost was a significant consideration for our mid-sized business. That said, the result was flawless. For high-stakes matters, his counsel is worth the investment.