John C. Blackman IV

4.5 (37 reviews )

Baton Rouge Louisiana United States

Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law Tax Law Trusts and Estates

Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 1987

225-248-2000 Website

About John

John C. Blackman IV: Tax Specialist and Estate Planning Expert in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

John C. Blackman IV is a distinguished partner within the Tax Practice Group at Jones Walker LLP, specializing in employee benefit plans, estate planning, and income tax matters.

Practice Areas

Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
Tax Law
Trusts and Estates

Awards and Recognitions

Lawyer of the Year: Tax Law, Baton Rouge (2013)
Lawyer of the Year: Trusts and Estates, Baton Rouge (2011)
Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 1987

Educational Background

Louisiana State University - Juris Doctorate (J.D.)

Professional Affiliations

Fellow in the American College of Tax Counsel and Fellow in the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel.
Taught Individual Income Tax at the Paul M. Hebert Law Center, Louisiana State University from 1990 to 1993
Speaks frequently on his areas of experience

Languages

English

Bal Admissions

State Bar of Louisiana (2015)

Practice Areas

Education

Louisiana State University

Professional Affiliations

Awards & Recognition

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Reviews

4.5 / 5

37 Reviews

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Cecelia Lebsack

Jan 29, 2026

I was completely overwhelmed until I found John C. Blackman IV for my Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law case

Last year, I found myself in a really difficult spot with a Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law problem in Baton Rouge. I had no idea where to start and was honestly terrified of the process. John C. Blackm...

Rogelio Ratke

Jan 29, 2026

A very good experience overall with the entire team at John C. Blackman IV's legal practice

I've worked with a few lawyers in Baton Rouge over the years, but John C. Blackman IV stands out for their honesty and thoroughness. They were clear about the process and kept me updated at all times....

Earnest Yundt

Jan 29, 2026

So happy with the results of my case thanks to the hard work of John C. Blackman IV and staff

I didn't think I'd find such a good lawyer in Louisiana, but here we are and I am thoroughly impressed. John C. Blackman IV is just awesome and exceeded all my expectations. No complaints at all! They...

Angelica Waelchi

Jan 29, 2026

Really helpful and compassionate service from everyone at John C. Blackman IV's firm

Just wanted to say a huge thanks to John C. Blackman IV and the staff. They really went above and beyond for me and my family during a very difficult legal battle. We couldn't have done it without the...

Elmer Oberbrunner-Mann

Jan 29, 2026

Excellent legal representation provided by John C. Blackman IV for my Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law case

If you need a Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law lawyer, John C. Blackman IV is the one to call. Great job and very responsive team. They kept me in the loop and always had time to explain the details of m...