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Kara Anne Larson is of counsel at the Law Office of Sam Winston. Kara is a graduate of the Loyola University New Orleans College of Law, where she graduated magna cum laude and in the top 5% of her class. While in law school, she was on the editorial board of the Loyola Law Review and competed in Moot Court. Kara also has previous federal clerkship experience for the Honorable Patricia Minaldi of the Western District of Louisiana.. In her spare time, Kara enjoys playing with her dog, reading comic books, and traveling. .

I am 1989 graduate of  the University of South Carolina Honors College, magna cum laude,and a 1993 graduate of the University of Chicago Law School. While in law school, I completed a clinical education program with a concentration in criminal law.  After graduation I began my career as an assistant public defender with the Cook County Public Defender s Office in Chicago. I have been a criminal lawyer, and only a criminal lawyer, ever since.. In 1996, I returned to New Orleans, establishing my professional career with the Orleans Parish Public Defender’s Office. In early 1998, I established NOLA Criminal Law, because I sensed there was a need for a lawyer like me – a lawyer who was willing to try to do things a little bit differently than most. What I mean is this: sometimes lawyers don’t make any sense. Sometimes clients feel like their lawyer doesn’t understand them or their problems. In criminal law especially, effective communication is HUGE. If your lawyer doesn’t understand your problem, your lawyer can’t help you solve it.. NOLA Criminal Law exists because I want to understand your problem. It exists because I am interested in being a lawyer without always having to act like a lawyer (I do, however, dress like a lawyer). I promise that I will act like a regular person, who happens also to be a good lawyer.. NOLA Criminal Law also exists because I want to help solve your problem. My goal is to provide a top-notch professional service to all of my clients, while still maintaining a level of personal dedication to each individual client. I promise that your criminal problem, whatever it is, will get the attention it deserves, and hopefully the result you expect.. NOLA Criminal Law also exists because it is my experience that when you have a criminal problem, you need a criminal lawyer. Over the course of my career, I have handled well over four thousand felony criminal cases, hundreds of DWI case, and countless misdemeanor and traffic cases. I promise you the fruits of that experience when I show up in court to handle your case.. Please explore the rest of this website, and if you have questions or concerns please call, text, email or tweet me anytime.

UNRIVALED PASSION: I began my career as an attorney as a public defender. I started to really see a system that didn't care about people-- where the goal was clearing dockets, where all too often no one was interested in hearing the client's story and there wasn't an attorney demanding justice for that client. The whole system was about moving case files as if there weren’t human beings attached to them.. Determined to be the advocate for those clients, I spent years pushing back against this system that has accepted injustice for so long. My goal was to provide the advocacy, representation, and defense that every client deserves-- what I would want for the people we love. My goal and vow to my clients remains the same-- your voice will be heard, your story will be told, and your goals remain at the forefront of your representation.. I am a passionate trial attorney who cares about justice, who refuses to give into what the system wants me to do, who pushes back against it, and refuses to see lives as expendable. TRIAL EXPERIENCE: Your goals are at the forefront of my representation and your defense. You do not have to worry about an inexperienced lawyer should we have to go to trial and can feel confident with an attorney with every skill set at your disposal.. I have been trained by some of the best trial attorneys in the US. I was among a select few in the United States chosen to apply and accepted to a competitive trial attorney training program.. I am a defense attorney with trial experience. I am ready to go to trial and I take that seriously. You can be confident that I am a formidable opponent, ready, and able to use all the skills I have to defend you to the fullest.. HOW CAN I HELP: A serious offense demands a serious defense. No matter the criminal case, I can help by listening to the facts, uncovering new information and positioning you with the best defense possible. I have been defendMing clients every day for over three years.. If you’ve been arrested and charged with a crime, you’re likely frightened, confused and don’t know where to turn. Who will help fight the charges against you? Who will stand by your side throughout the investigation and the trial? Who has your best interests at heart?. I am a seasoned criminal defense attorney who understands that each alleged crime has a unique set of circumstances surrounding it, and I am committed to thoroughly investigating each and every facet of the case to build the best defense possible. I believe every person has the right to an aggressive defense to help protect their freedoms, liberties and keep their record clear. Whether you’ve been charged with drug crimes, DUI’s, assault, a misdemeanor or a felony, I will work hard to vigorously defend you throughout every stage of your case.

Julie C. Tizzard graduated from Loyola New Orleans School of Law in 1999.  She started her career as a prosecutor in the Orleans Parish District Attorney's Office where she remained for nearly four years.  She has been handling criminal defense work for the remainder of her career.  Ms. Tizzard handles trials, appeals and post conviction matters.  She was nomiated thrice by fellow attorneys as one of the top attorneys in her field in a poll conducted by New Orleans Magazine.  She was also inducted in the National Trial Lawyers top 100 in 2014.

My name is Katherine Crouch and I am an attorney specializing in criminal defense, traffic tickets, and family law.. I have lived in New Orleans for eleven years and earned my law degree from Loyola University New Orleans College of Law. While at Loyola, I was a law clerk at the New Orleans Independent Police Monitor where I assisted with re-writing NOPD's policy for conducting searches incident to arrest and helped launch a working group to review procedures for responding to incidents of domestic violence. I also practiced in the Family Law section of the Stuart H. Smith Law Clinic and Center for Social Justice, where I represented indigent clients in divorce, child custody, and child support litigation.. After law school, I worked at the Jefferson Parish District Attorney’s Office as a law clerk. I gained significant experience assisting with DWI prosecutions and responding to appeals and applications for post-conviction relief.. In January of 2014, I founded Crouch Law, LLC to provide affordable, holistic, client-centered legal representation in the areas of criminal defense, divorce, child custody and support, successions, estate planning, business formation, and general civil litigation.. I am licensed to practice law in all state courts of Louisiana and the United States District Courts for the Eastern, Western, and Middle Districts of Louisiana.

David F. Gremillion brings nearly a decade of litigation experience to clients throughout the Greater New Orleans area and beyond. Born in New Orleans and raised in Thibodaux, David now serves as Partner leading the Mandeville office at Jeffords Anthony. After earning a Bachelor of Arts in History from The University of the South, David graduated from Mississippi College School of Law, where he received the prestigious AmJur Award for Best Paper in Sports Law. He later completed a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Taxation from Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law so that he could provide the expertise that his clients have come to expect and deserve.. David's current practice is focused on estate planning, tax controversy, audit defense, business general counsel and business consulting. Having practiced in a wide range of areas including tax, criminal law, insurance defense, injury law, maritime, professional malpractice, and employment law to name a few, David is uniquely positioned to help individuals and businesses navigate complex problems by offering zealous advocacy and creative solutions. David has been recognized for his litigation talents through multiple accolades, including selection as a Super Lawyer Rising Star in Tax for both 2024 and 2025 and the Top 40 Under 40 Trial Attorney Award.. When not advocating for clients, David cheers on the LSU Tigers and New Orleans Saints, explores his passion for cooking, and treasures time with his wife, Blaire, and their two young sons. Admitted to Practice In Louisiana, the Eastern and Western District of Louisiana Federal Courts, and before the IRS.

Since 2000, my Gretna law practice has served clients in the greater New Orleans metro area.  I have handled cases in Jefferson Parish, Orleans Parish, St. Bernard Parish, Plaquemines Parish, and LaFourche Parish.  In addition to representing clients in criminal matters, I handle personal injury cases, domestic and family law cases, medical malpractice cases, and offshore injuries.. I work directly with the people I represent. Personal attention is what you deserve and what you can expect as a client.  When the stakes are high, choosing the right lawyer for you can be the most important decision you make. All of your legal options will be discussed with you to achieve the best outcome possible in your case.

I am a solo practicioner in Baton Rouge, LA. I have practiced primarily in family and criminal law, although I have a general practice. I have a slogan for my law office that I follow in life, which is to "go the distance so that justice may be served." When I am not practiing law, I enjoy bowling, movies, music and anything else that won't keep me bored.

John is licensed to practice law in the State of Louisiana, the District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana, and is a Notary Public for the State of Louisiana, with State-wide jurisdiction. Several firms rely on John’s understanding of criminal consequences in immigration and civil cases. During his career, John has been a member of the Orleans Public Defenders Board’s Conflict Counsel Panel and held a position as Of-Counsel for Sidney L. Shushan, APLC.. John was born in Somerville, MA, grew up in Orlando, FL, and currently lives in the Gentilly neighborhood in New Orleans. John received his bachelor’s from Florida State University where he studied Political Science and Art History. He earned his law degree from Loyola University New Orleans College of Law in 2009, where he focused his studies on criminal defense advocacy, international law, and Louisiana’s civil code. While attending Loyola, he was a member of the Criminal Defense Clinic, which gave him the opportunity to represent indigent clients in court as a law student. Prior to founding Crescent City Law, John worked at the 9th Judicial Circuit Court of Florida, Office of the Public Defender.

Call Beau at our law firm of Brock & Palmintier Law. 33 years of experience including as both a prosecutor and defense attorney.. My major fields of practice are criminal defense, DWI, sex crimes, domestic violence, family law, protective orders, environmental criminal defense, environmental civil compliance, and car accidents.. I'm here to defend you from the moment the police begin their investigation all the way through trial, when necessary. If you need a lifeline in a moment of crisis, I am there for you and your family. As a former prosecutor, I know how the Government will attack you, and I know how to fight back!. Beau has practiced law for 33 years in Louisiana.. Previously, he worked at the private law firm of Manasseh, Gill, Knipe & Belanger from 2011 - 2019. Before entering private practice, he was employed at LDEQ as a member of the Secretary’s Executive Staff from 2008-2011. From March 1999 – February 2008, he worked as Regional Criminal Enforcement Council for the Environmental Protection Agency and provided in-house legal oversight to all Federal criminal investigations conducted in Louisiana by the EPA Criminal Investigation Division. Prior to joining EPA, he served as an Assistant District Attorney for East Baton Rouge Parish from October 1991 – March 1999, and was lead counsel on over 50 successful jury trials.. In 1988, he graduated from Louisiana State University and from the L.S.U. Law Center in 1991. He is a member of the Louisiana Bar Association, Baton Rouge Bar Association and is an Associate member of the Baton Rouge Association of Women Attorneys. Beau is a frequent lecturer on professionalism, criminal law and environmental law and policy issues. Beau believes strongly in committing to our community and has served as a volunteer at his church, several schools, the YMCA as a basketball, volleyball, soccer and tennis coach, and as a charity fund-raiser.. In addition to recently publishing a book on coaching middle school & youth basketball, Run to Win: The Mongoose System: Coaching Middle School & Youth Basketball, (available online directly from amazon.com), some of the law review articles and materials he has published include the following:. • Andre Belanger, Beau James Brock, The Practice of Criminal Defense, Principles of Why We Fight, 257 Around the Bar 10 (September 2011). • Getting to Know Some of Baton Rouge’s Young Criminal Lawyers, 257 Around the Bar 20 (September 2011). • Don’t Tread on Me! Greenhouse Gases Must Never Choke American Freedom, 3 Regent J.L. & Pub. Pol’y 139 (Spring 2011). • Leviathan Menacing the Gulf Coast: Catastrophic Consequences May Imperil the Rule of Law, 18 Buff. Envt'l. L.J. 131 (Fall 2010). • Modern American Supreme Court Judicial Methodology and Its Origins: A Critical Analysis of the Legal Thought of Roscoe Pound, 35 J. Legal Prof. 187 (Spring 2011). • Beau James Brock, Peggy Hatch & Vladimir Alexander Appeaning. Ph.D., Protecting Our Most Vulnerable Communities: Louisiana Wastewater Infrastructure Recovery, 18 U. Balt. J. Envtl. L. 1 (Fall 2010). • Hanousek v. United States: Social Engineering Encroaching on Individual Liberty, 245 Around the Bar 18 (May 2010). • H. Leggett, B. Brock, The Moral Limits of Jurisdiction, 27 Environmental Forum 32 (May/June 2010). • Iconography and the Polite Art of Saying Nice Doggie, The Bencher (July/August 2009, p. 10). • A Profile of the District Attorney’s Office, East Baton Rouge, LA, 36 The Prosecutor 42 (March/April 2002). • Interview With A Prosecutor: Capitol Punishment Issues in the Capital City, 165 Around the Bar 12 (March 2002). • The Current State of Environmental Criminal Enforcement in Louisiana, An Insider’s View, 162 Around the Bar 14 (Dec. 2001). • Professionalism Lost: Where have you gone Atticus Finch? Our Nation turns its lonely eyes to you..., 156 Around the Bar 10 (April 2001). • Comment, Mr. Justice Antonin Scalia: A Renaissance of Positivism and Predictability in Constitutional Adjudication, 51 La. L. Rev. 623 (1991).

I am here to listen to you and your family.  When the criminal justice system has your family under siege, I want to be there for you!  Our firm has the experience and the fire power to handle the most serious of cases. As a part of your team, I will provide your family with an open line of communication, a vigorous legal defense and a strategic plan to successfully navigate the case.

Jarrett Ambeau is a distinguished criminal defense attorney and founder of The Ambeau Law Firm in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. With over 14 years of experience and more than 50 felony jury trials to verdict, Jarrett has built a reputation for his unwavering commitment to justice and his clients’ rights. His practice focuses on serious criminal charges, including violent crimes, homicide, sexual assault, and forensic-intensive cases. As a court-qualified expert in Forensic DNA Interpretation, Jarrett holds a Master of Science in Forensic DNA and Serology from the University of Florida and has testified in high-profile cases across Louisiana. He also trains legal professionals on interpreting and challenging DNA evidence. A U.S. Army veteran, Jarrett served in the JAG Corps' Trial Defense Service, including a combat deployment to Iraq, where he defended soldiers in criminal matters. He earned his law degree from LSU’s Paul M. Hebert Law Center, where he excelled in moot court competitions, and completed his undergraduate philosophy degree while deployed. Widely recognized for integrating forensic science into defense strategies, Jarrett’s work has been featured in national programs and the Netflix documentary “I Just Killed My Dad."

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