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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Darlene Dickens

Jan 29, 2026

Highly recommend John C. Blackman IV for anyone needing expert Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law help in Louisiana

Honestly, I can't thank John C. Blackman IV enough for everything they've done for me. They really know their stuff when it comes to Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law and it shows in the results. 10/10 wo...

Calvin Mante

Jan 29, 2026

A honest review of my experience with John C. Blackman IV regarding a Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law matter

I was skeptical about hiring a lawyer for my Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law issue in Baton Rouge, but John C. Blackman IV changed my mind completely. They were professional, responsive, and most import...

Grace Wiza

Jan 29, 2026

Many thanks to John C. Blackman IV for the hard work and dedication to my legal matter

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Willard Wolff

Jan 29, 2026

Professional service and clear communication provided by John C. Blackman IV in Baton Rouge

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Al Yost

Jan 29, 2026

Top notch experts in Baton Rouge - John C. Blackman IV is by far the best lawyer I've ever had

Super helpful and professional staff at John C. Blackman IV's office. Thanks again for everything you did for me! It was a long journey, but you made it much easier with your constant support and lega...