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“With over 40 years of experience as a lawyer, I have handled many personal injury and wrongful death suits, both as a plaintiff’s lawyer and as a defense attorney. I have also prosecuted and defended many cases in federal court and State court over these years. Experience on both sides in civil and criminal litigation matters gives me a solid perspective on the law, as it enables me to anticipate what the other side is doing and thinking when I am involved in a client’s case. This is a distinct advantage to my clients in my helping them understand the strengths and weaknesses of their cases. This is why experience counts. Feel free to call me to discuss your case at, as there is no charge for an initial consultation in both personal injury/wrongful death or criminal defense cases.”. “If you are a physician or health professional, and have a need to consult with an attorney knowledgeable about the legal issues that arise in the modern practice of medicine, please consult my Health Law page under Practice Areas that deals with various aspects of health law., and then contact me to talk. There is no charge for an initial consultation.”

Stuart Paul Bowie is a practiced litigator with years of experience. He is a member of the American Bar Association, the Louisiana State Bar Association, and the Lafayette Parish Bar Association. He has served on the Lafayette Young Lawyer’s Association Board. He has appeared in State District Court and in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Louisiana. He has completed training in Child Custody and Visitation Mediation at the Mediation Institute. Stuart is a member of the American Inns of Court, where he has served on the Executive Committee for many years. Additionally, he enjoys teaching, and frequently volunteers to serve as a coach or judge for Mock Trial Competitions around the state.. Before earning his degrees, Stuart joined the United States Marine Corps as a machine-gunner during Operation Iraqi Freedom, where he completed two tours of duty in Iraq. During his first deployment he served as point-man for the infantry dismounts of a Mobile Assault Platoon. During his second deployment he served in the dual capacity as an infantry squad leader and an instructor for the Iraqi Police, teaching courses ranging from small unit tactics to police ethics. After returning from Iraq, Stuart was selected to serve with a small group of marines being sent to Thailand to act as counter-insurgency instructors for the Royal Thai he loved his time spent serving his country in the Corps, Stuart ultimately decided to leave the service to pursue other career opportunities. He was Honorably Discharged and returned to Louisiana shortly pursuing two separate degrees at Louisiana State University, Stuart worked first as a Supervisor at the Secretary of State’s Voter Registration Scanning Project and then as an LSAT instructor for the Princeton Review. Stuart continued working for the Princeton Review until he completed his education at the Paul M. Hebert Law Center at Louisiana State University.

Seth T. Mansfield joined the firm in 2012 after graduating from the Paul M. Hebert Law Center at Louisiana State University.  Mr. Mansfield’s practice areas include Admiralty & Maritime, Personal Injury Defense, Property Damage Defense, Contractual Claims and General Liability.  Prior to law school, Mr. Mansfield worked as a Deputy in the Patrol Division of the Lafayette Parish Sheriff’s Office.

Originally from Houma, Louisiana, Rachel received her undergraduate degree in business management from LSU in 2002 and graduated from LSU’s Law Center in 2007. During law school, Rachel was a member of the Moot Court Board, the Trial Advocacy Board, and an inter-school trial competition team. She then practiced with a general practice law firm in Lafayette, Louisiana for six years in the areas of family law, defense litigation, plaintiff personal injury litigation, and commercial law.. Rachel has extensive experience in handling all aspects of family law matters, including divorce, custody, child support, spousal support, community property, filiation actions, disavowal actions, and protective orders. With her experience and dedication to clients, Rachel is highly effective in managing a vast array of family law disputes.. As an active member of the Lafayette Young Lawyers Association, Rachel has organized several successful community outreach events in Acadiana such as Wills for Heroes and Advice, Attorneys, Answers. She is also a member of the American Inn of Court of Acadiana.. Rachel and her husband, Andrew, live in Lafayette and have two children, Corinne and Grant.

Mr. Stanford is a Board Certified Family Law Specialist and he has been practicing law since 1993. The majority of his practice is in the area of divorce and family law and he is experienced in all matters pertaining thereto, at both the trial and appellate court level. In addition, Mr. Stanford also maintains a general litigation practice as well. He has, and continues to represent, clients in matters involving liquidations, contract disputes, employment disputes, oilfield litigation, contractor and construction disputes, redhibition and warranty disputes, successions and various damage claims, both on the plaintiffs' and defendants' sides. Mr. Stanford has extensive litigation experience.

Mark graduated from LSU Law School in 1991, and has been practicing ever since. After a few years working with another firm, Mark decided to branch off and start his own personal injury practice.. For more than 25 years, Mark Artall, APLC has had an unceasing focus on delivering outstanding legal representation to people from Lafayette and the Acadiana area recovering from injuries sustained in accidents.. We have made our name in delivering client-focused care every step of the way in personal injury claims, and have found success in the process because we genuinely care about the outcomes all of our clients receive. We find it gratifying to help people through these difficult times in their lives, to get them healed and get them back to their old lives as much as possible.

J. Quentin Simon is proud to carry on his father's tradition. J. Minos Simon handled thousands of cases throughout his career including high-profile civil and criminal cases. As the chosen successor for the firm, J. Quentin Simon promises to take an individualized approach to each case and continues his father's legacy of fighting for your rights in the courtroom.

I was born and raised in Lafayette. I am blessed with a beautiful and supportive wife, Sarah, and two inspiring and wonderful young children. We enjoy boating, water skiing, hunting, fishing and spending time with family. We are active members of Asbury United Methodist Church, where Sarah and I are fortunate to teach Sunday school and mentor young children.. I graduated from Acadiana High School in 1982, from University of Southwestern Louisiana in 1986, and from Louisiana State University Law School in 1990. After law school, I moved to Austin, Texas, where I worked for the Texas Railroad Commission, enforcing violations of oil, gas, and transportation regulations. The best part of that job was I met Sarah there in 1992.. In 1993, I left the Railroad Commission to do what I felt I was meant to do as a lawyer – represent real people instead of corporate or governmental interests. I spent a large part of my time representing persons injured or killed as a result of medical malpractice, and learned that ability from a remarkably intelligent and capable physician/lawyer.. I returned to Lafayette in 2000, and opened my own law practice dedicated to representing persons injured in cases of medical malpractice, 18-wheeler wrecks, car wrecks, industrial and boat accidents, and legal and other professional malpractice, as well as claims involving breach of contract, consumer fraud, and wrongful denial of insurance benefits.. I am active with Lafayette Volunteer Lawyers, a project coordinated by the Lafayette Parish Bar Association. I am especially proud of this work, as I assist women who are unable to hire a lawyer obtain protective orders against their abusers.. I attended and graduated Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College as one of only 110 graduates from around the nation that year, and remain active in post graduate seminars and learning at TLC.. I am a member of the Louisiana Association for Justice, Texas Trial Lawyers Association, American Association for Justice, Louisiana State Bar, Texas State Bar, Lafayette Parish Bar Association, and am admitted to practice in multiple federal courts throughout Louisiana and Texas.

I am committed to ensuring every client has a voice in the pursuit of justice. I prioritize listening to your concerns and making sure your voice is heard. Each step we take in your case is tailored to your goals. Whether through negotiation to secure the best settlement or litigation to defend your rights, we guide you through the entire process with your goals and concerns in mind. This approach ensures that we are aligned with what you want, need, and deserve.

Evan T. Edwards is a partner at Edwards-Bowie-Owens and is proud to be born and raised here in Lafayette, Louisiana. He is a graduate of St. Thomas More High School and received his Bachelor of Science degree in Business at Louisiana State University through LSU’s E.J. Ourso College of Business. Evan received his Juris Doctorate from Southern University Law Center, graduating Cum Laude.. In tune with his desire to serve our community, Evan began private practice immediately following graduation and being sworn into the Louisiana Bar. He ‘hung his own shingle’ to help clients who are in need of a trial attorney and, built his career in the court room.. He is a participating member in the Lafayette Bar Association, Paula K. Woodruff Family Law Section, and American Inn of Court.. When he is not practicing law, Evan enjoys spending time with his wife and children outdoors. He is an avid hunter and fisherman and is a proponent of wildlife and forestry conservation. He typically directs his volunteer efforts to the Louisiana Ecological Forestry Center, focusing on the conservation of Louisiana’s long leaf pine forest and wildlife habitat.

Christopher T., "Chris," Castro is a resident of Breaux Bridge, Louisiana, married, and a father of two. A native New Orleanian, he graduated from Jesuit High School in 1984, attended LSU, and received his undergraduate degree in sociology from Loyola University in 1988. Chris graduated from Loyola Law School in New Orleans in 1992 and was sworn into the practice of law on October 16, 1992. Since then he has practiced in New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Lafayette in the areas of class action litigation and personal injury claims/litigation involving automotive, commercial vehicles, premises liability, medical malpractice, and products liability, all from the plaintiff’s perspective. Chris has practiced throughout Louisiana and is licensed to practice in Louisiana State Court, all Federal District Courts in Louisiana, and is admitted to practice before the United States Court of Federal Claims in Washington, D.C. and the United States Supreme Court. He is a member of the Louisiana Association for Justice (formerly known as the Louisiana Trial Lawyers Association), the Louisiana State Bar Association, and the Lafayette Parish Bar Association.. Areas of Practice. Plaintiff’s Personal Injury - Automotive Liability, Commercial Vehicle Liability, Products Liability, Medical Malpractice, and Premises Liability. Bar Admissions. Louisiana, 1992. U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana, 1992. U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Louisiana, 1992. U.S. District Court for the Western District of Louisiana, 1992. United States Court of Federal Claims, 2009. United States Supreme Court, 2017. Education. Loyola University New Orleans School of Law, New Orleans, LA, 1992. Loyola University, New Orleans, LA, 1988. Past Employment. Frank J. D’Amico, Jr., APLC, New Orleans, LA and Baton Rouge, LA, 2001 - 2010. Calvin C. Fayard, APC, Denham Springs, LA, 1993 - 2001