Firm: Abshire Law Firm, LLC
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
On September 1, 2016, the Abshire Law Firm was formed to handle Family Law matters related to divorce, child custody and support. On October 14, 2016, Dustan left his position as an Assistant District Attorney to operate the Abshire Law Firm on a full-time basis. Upon leaving the DA's Office the Abshire Law Firm expanded to handle matters involving Criminal Defense and Personal Injury.. Background of Dustan:. Dustan J. Abshire is a lifelong Lake Charles resident and a graduate of Barbe High School. Dustan began his career with the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office after high school and stayed there for 15 years. He spent time in corrections, patrol and as a detective in the Sex Crimes/Severe Child Abuse Unit.. After passing the bar exam, Dustan was given the opportunity to serve as an Assistant District Attorney for the Calcasieu Parish District Attorney’s Office. Currently, he was a felony prosecutor handling a wide variety of cases.. Dustan joined the law office of Bryant, Sigler, & Abshire, L.L.C. where his private practice focuses on Family Law involving matters of divorce, child custody, child support, wills, and successions for the people of Southwest Louisiana that are in need of assistance.. Dustan is passionate about both areas of law because they both provide opportunities to genuinely help people in need. Dustan has been a lifelong public servant.. While at CPSO, Dustan obtained a Criminal Justice degree from McNeese State University and went on to graduate from the Mississippi College School of Law in Jackson, Miss. He received a Doctorate of Jurisprudence and a Civil Law Certificate. His career with the Calcasieu Parish District Attorney's Office began in June 2014 as an intern. Shortly after, Dustan was an investigator up until he was admitted to the Louisiana Bar in April 2015.. Dustan has been married for 22 years and has one son and two stepdaughters. He served on the USSSA Board for baseball from 2008-2011 and has been a member of the Knights of Columbus with Our Lady Queen of Heaven.
Contact: +1 (337) 419-0820
Firm: Ed Tarpley Law Firm
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Ed Tarpley is a criminal defense attorney in Alexandria, Louisiana, who served as district attorney for the 35th Judicial District, Grant Parish, from 1991 to 1997. Ed graduated from LSU Law School in 1979. He is a member of the House of Delegates for the LSBA, the Louisiana Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the Crossroads American Inn of Court of Alexandria-Pineville. He also is a member of the Alexandria Rotary Club and was a Delegate to the 2016 Republican National Convention.. Ed is a defender of the cause of liberty and a frequent speaker on the Constitution and Bill of Rights. He is the author of a resolution adopted by the LSBA in June of 2016, calling for the legislature to restore unanimous criminal jury verdicts in Louisiana.
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Firm: Haik, Minvielle, Grubbs & D'Albor, LLP
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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Firm: Brock & Palmintier
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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Firm: Attorney At Law
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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Firm: Elizabeth B. Carpenter Law, LLC
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
"COMPASSIONATE ASSISTANCE AND AGGRESSIVE REPRESENTATION". We are a New Orleans based law firm representing people in both criminal and civil litigation. Our firm was built on the values of respect, honesty, dedication and service. Our mission in every case that we accept is to listen to the clients’ needs, understand their objectives and exceed their expectations.. NEW ORLEANS LAW FIRM. Elizabeth Bagert Carpenter, started her law firm with a passion for criminal defense litigation. During the course of her career, she has successfully represented thousands of people from all parts of the United States and some parts of Europe and Asia. She has a long history of defending professionals such as, teachers, doctors, financial analysts, military personnel and many other high-achieving individuals who have found themselves in the harrowing position of facing criminal charges. Ms. Carpenter does not accept every case that comes her way. Her policy of selectively choosing the criminal cases that she defends ensures that she is committed to fully serving her clients from the beginning. Through the years, this approach has enabled her to obtain a number of dismissals and acquittals in difficult cases. These impressive achievements as well as her level of dedication demonstrate why she manages an award-winning New Orleans law firm.. CLIENT-CENTERED ADVOCACY. Ms. Carpenter knows that her clients have come to her during one of the most embarrassing, stressful times in their lives. Ms. Carpenter’s clients value her because she mitigates their stress through her responsiveness and direct involvement. She knows that one simple mistake, lapse in judgment, bad decision or false accusation can land someone in a courtroom pleading for mercy. She also understands that addiction, PTSD, depression and a number of other mental health issues often lead people to the criminal justice system. Ms. Carpenter believes that being a strong advocate for an individual is not just about knowing the law. It’s about knowing people, understanding their stories and their experiences. Attorney Carpenter is known for taking the time to get to know all of her clients because a rapport of trust and understanding is essential to building the kind of successful attorney-client relationship that leads to better outcomes.. ABOUT ATTORNEY CARPENTER. Ms. Carpenter received her Juris Doctorate from Loyola University Law School. As an undergraduate student, she studied French Language and Literature graduating from L'Université d'Orléans, France. After returning to the United States, she completed a Bachelors of Arts Magna Cum Laude in French Literature with a minor is Psychology. Ms. Carpenter later pursued graduate studies in Clinical Psychology Summa Cum Laude at the University of California at Los Angeles. In 2019, Ms. Carpenter elected to further her education at Tulane University Law School and enroll in the Title IX compliance and litigation program. Preceding her legal career, Ms. Carpenter worked in the fields of social work and mental health where she gained skills that have proven to be invaluable in her present role as a New Orleans criminal defense attorney. During that time she worked at a few hospitals where she witnessed the difficulties that nurses and other healthcare providers endure daily. This experience is one of the reasons she chose to pursue Professional License Defense and Nurse Advocacy work.. AWARD-WINNING ATTORNEY. Ms. Carpenter is an Award-Winning Attorney within the Louisiana legal community. She has been recognized as a Louisiana Super Lawyer, National Trial Lawyers Top 100, New Orleans Magazine Top Attorney, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys Top 40 under 40, Top 3 DWI Lawyers New Orleans by Three Best Rated and more.... COMMUNITY INVOLVMENT AND SUPPORT. Ms. Carpenter's advocacy extends beyond the courtroom through her extensive involvement in the community and support for positive change within the legal industry. She regularly supports or volunteers for the Justice and Accountability Center, Pro Bono Project and NAMI New Orleans (National Alliance for the Mentally Ill). Additionally, she has served as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) in juvenile court.. Ms. Carpenter has held membership or leadership positions in a number of professional organizations, including the Louisiana State Bar Association, Louisiana Association for Criminal Defense Lawyers, National Association for Criminal Defense Lawyers and Federal Bar Association. Recently, she has begun to associate herself with The American Association of Nurse Attorneys (TAANA) and American Nurse Association.. In her spare time, Ms. Carpenter enjoys exercising, reading, walking her dogs in Audubon Park and cheering for the New Orleans Saints.
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Firm: John D & Eric G Johnson Law Firm, LLC
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
At the John D. & Eric G. Johnson Law Firm, LLC, attorney Eric Johnson is renowned for his handling of criminal cases throughout Minden and north Louisiana. In defending his clients, Eric is a problem solver who represents clients who have everything at stake. Other lawyers, prosecutors and law enforcement officials often refer clients to him. Clients from out of state who find themselves in trouble with the law often turn to Eric for help. Our office can skillfully handle a large variety of cases. Whether you need a DWI attorney, sex crime attorney, or any other kind of criminal attorney, Eric and his expert staff have the knowledge and experience to make a difference.
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Firm: E. Alexander Laird Affordable Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
My name is E Alexander Laird ("Alex") and I exclusively practice criminal defense in the Baton Rouge and surrounding areas. I know first hand the fear and anxiety one feels facing criminal charges. That is why I chose this profession.. I do everything in my power to help each and every one of my clients overcome their criminal issue and come out a better person afterwards.. I know how important it is for clients to have an attorney that truly cares about them, not only for the outcome of their case but also for their overall sense of well-being while the case is pending. I give all of my clients my personal cell phone number and make myself extremely accessible. No question or concern is too small to call or text about. My motto is that clients should be treated like friends and family, not just case files. It’s my promise to fight hard for each and every client to get the best outcome possible, using every tool at my disposal.. If you are reading this and you or a loved one are facing criminal charges, please don’t hesitate to give me a call for a free consultation, or visit my website and read more about me.
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Firm: The Law Office of Edward R. Atebara
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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Firm: Jacqueline Scott & Associates
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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Firm: DiGiulio Utley, LLC
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Dylan Utley, a New Orleans criminal lawyer, practices criminal defense at the highest level in both state and federal courts. Mr. Utley has practiced criminal law for over 22 years with significant trial experience. Mr. Utley is aggressive yet compassionate in his representation of clients. He represents clients who have been charged with white collar fraud, embezzlement, bribery, federal drug conspiracy crimes, criminal RICO violations, firearm and violent crimes. Mr. Utley represents clients charged with state felony and misdemeanor charges including: DWI/DUI, domestic violence matters, theft, battery, drug charges, public drunkenness, lewd conduct, disturbing the peace, expungements and all other state and municipal code violations. Mr. Utley represents those with Professional License issues, including Louisiana Nursing License Defense and violations of the Louisiana Nurse Practice Act.
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Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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Firm: Law Office of Elizabeth A. Long
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Contact: (337) 266-2101
Firm: Crull, Castaing & Lilly
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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Firm: Saint Tammany District Attorney's Office
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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Firm: La Capital Assistance Center
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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Firm: E Robert Sternfels
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Contact: (504) 369-6085(504)
Firm: Schonekas, Evans, Mcgoey & Mceachin
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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