Amanda Butler Schley

Amanda Butler Schley, Esq., founded Business Law Group, a boutique business law firm based in New Orleans, Louisiana. With nearly 15 years of experience, Amanda has established herself as a trusted advisor to entrepreneurs, business owners, and creative professionals. Her practice focuses on business formation, contract negotiations, real estate transactions, and legal strategies designed to empower clients throughout the business life cycle.

Amanda earned her Juris Doctor from Loyola University New Orleans College of Law in 2007, after completing her Bachelor of Arts at Louisiana State University in 2000. Licensed to practice law in Louisiana since 2008, Amanda has consistently demonstrated her commitment to providing high-quality legal services. Her expertise has earned her recognition as a Super Lawyer (2022-2025) and Rising Star (2017-2018), among other accolades.

Nicknamed “The Entrepreneur’s Lawyer,” Amanda delivers proactive, business-first legal strategies that help founders avoid costly mistakes and scale with confidence. She partners with entrepreneurs at every stage—startup, growth, and exit planning—to solve legal challenges before they become problems. Through consistent, strategic check-ins, she helps clients build powerful “legal leverage” that protects them from external threats and unlocks more opportunities for sustainable, long-term success.

Under Amanda’s leadership, Business Law Group has become a key resource for Louisiana businesses, handling various matters, including franchise agreements, leasing disputes, employment law, intellectual property, and estate planning. Amanda’s hands-on experience as a business owner enhances her ability to provide authentic, practical advice tailored to her clients’ needs.

In addition to her legal practice, Amanda is a dedicated advocate for her clients, offering guidance and support beyond resolving legal crises. Her goal is to inspire entrepreneurs to take educated risks and achieve their dreams while safeguarding their ventures with a solid legal foundation. Amanda’s innovative and client-focused approach has made her a leading figure in business law, trusted by companies throughout Louisiana and beyond.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founding Partner, Business Law Group
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, National Association of Bond Lawyers
• Member, Government Finance Officers Association

Licensed State

• Louisiana

Education

• Loyola University New Orleans College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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