Sean R. Dawson

Sean R. Dawson has built a distinguished legal career serving individuals, businesses, and associations across Louisiana. Her practice covers a wide spectrum, including real estate transactions, construction law, contractor liens, creditors’ rights, succession matters, estate planning, and disability claims. She has also represented plaintiffs in personal injury and wrongful death cases, always ensuring clients’ interests are strongly advocated for.

Sean began her academic journey at Spring Hill College in Mobile, Alabama, where she earned a B.S. in Accounting with a minor in History in 1986. She went on to complete her J.D. at Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge in 1989. Continuing her advanced legal training, she obtained her LLM in Taxation from New York University in 1990, equipping her with specialized knowledge that adds depth to her work in estate and tax matters.

Sean’s background in accounting and taxation allows her to handle complex financial and tax-related legal issues with precision. She represents tax-exempt organizations and assists individuals in resolving income tax concerns. This dual foundation in law and finance has positioned her to provide strategic guidance in both transactional matters and litigation, making her an asset to clients with multifaceted needs.

Sean is admitted to practice in Louisiana and is also licensed in the U.S. District Courts for the Western, Eastern, and Middle Districts of Louisiana, as well as the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. She has appeared before both state and federal courts, offering clients comprehensive representation across jurisdictions. Her professional memberships include the Louisiana State Bar Association, the New Orleans Chapter of the Society of Louisiana Certified Public Accountants, and the Louisiana Society of Certified Public Accountants.

Sean R. Dawson continues to provide effective, client-centered legal counsel, drawing on decades of experience in litigation, business law, and tax-related matters. Her dedication to serving diverse clients across Louisiana reflects a career grounded in knowledge, professionalism, and trust.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Stephenson, Chávarri & Dawson, L.L.C.
• Member, Louisiana State Bar Association
• Member, U.S. District Courts for the Western, Eastern, and Middle Districts of Louisiana

Licensed State

• Louisiana

Education

• New York University
  LLM in Taxation
• Louisiana State University
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Spring Hill College
  BS in Accounting

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