Baker Lawyers

Upon leaving full-time status at the L.S.U Law Center, Eulis became a member of the Simien & Simien Law Firm. Eulis is admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court, Fifth and Eleventh Circuit United States Courts of Appeals, all federal district courts in Louisiana, the Louisiana Supreme Court and all inferior state courts. Eulis Simien maintains a general trial and appellate practice with emphasis on the areas of Personal Injury, Admiralty and Maritime, Class Actions, Complex Litigation and Criminal Defense. Speaking Engagements & Literary Works: Starting Your Own Practice (Panel Discussion), LSU Law Center, August, 2006...

Born and raised in Baton Rouge, I am a product of our local public schools. I graduated from LSU in 1983 with a degree in Finance. I graduated from Loyola New Orleans Law School in 1987, but before graduating, I tried my first jury case. It was a manslaughter charge. The Orleans District Attorney was impressed enough to offer me a job upon graduation. I was an Assistant District Attorney for Mr. Harry Connick from 1987 through 1990 and have been on my own since then.

As to public service after the District Attorney's Office, in 2009 I was elected to...

We Help Recover Denied Long Term Disability/Accidental Death/Life Insurance Benefits/ERISA. IT'S ALL WE DO! FORMER Insurance Company Attorney. NOW 100% Helping People Get Benefits. Click our website link for my FREE Claim Guide your insurance company doesn't want you to read! LOUISIANA BASED 30+ Years. I BEGAN practice as an insurance company attorney defending AGAINST personal injury and wrongful death accidents, from automobile and truck and eighteen wheeler accidents to offshore, maritime and Jones Act accidents. After leaving the insurance defense practice to serve as a Louisiana felony prosecutor for a few years, I founded McNamara Law Offices to fight against...

Michael S. Brandner, owner of the Brandner Law Firm, was born in New Orleans, Louisiana. He grew up there and attended Jesuit High School. After graduating from high school, he attended Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where he earned his bachelor's degree in political science in 1999. He then went on to study law at the Loyola University New Orleans School of Law where he served on the Executive Board of the Loyola Student Bar Association and was a member of the Loyola University School of Law Board of Trial Advocates. Mr. Bradner received his juris doctor in 2002....

John joined the Joubert Law Firm team in 2013. The son of a computer engineer, he was born in Kansas, but was raised in Kansas, Colorado and finally, North Carolina. John attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he received his undergraduate degree in Political Science with a History Minor in 1994. He then studied law at the UNC School of Law at Chapel Hill, earning his Juris Doctorate in 1999. John then moved to Louisiana with his wife, Melissa Boyle Jacobs, who grew up in Baton Rouge, but attended UNC-Chapel Hill on a...

Since founding Field Law in 2012, I have helped hundreds of people with their legal problems from all walks of life and from all corners of our great state. I enjoy working everyday to make a difference in the lives of my clients.

Every client, every person, deserves to be treated with respect and care. That is core to our mission at Field Law. Our clients are people, not big corporations, not large agencies, but everyday people. My former clients include people from every walk of life, from farmers and first responders to former professional athletes and stay-at-home moms.

At Field Law,...

Mark Simien graduated from McNeese State University in Lake Charles, Louisiana. He began working in the chemical industry as an Operator/Processor. During his tenure with the chemical industry, Mark worked as both a relief supervisor, being placed in charge of several plant improvement projects, as well as relief supervisor for plant operations. Mark also worked as relief supervisor for the plant’s laboratory and was in charge of maintaining the scheduled and special testing necessary to maintain operations and shipments of the plant. Mark took this valuable experience with him to law school and then into practice when he...

After practicing for several years at one of the most respected and top rated defense firms in Louisiana, Collin and three other experienced lawyers formed Mansfield Melancon with the goal of providing his clients the personal attention that they deserve and expect from their attorney.

Collin has experience advocating for clients in both Louisiana federal and state courts. He has handled cases ranging from complex business disputes to individual disagreements. Collin is admitted to practice in all Louisiana state courts, in the United States District Courts for the Eastern, Middle, and Western Districts of Louisiana, and the United States...

Rusty is a litigation attorney licensed to practice in Louisiana and Texas. He regularly handles complex legal matters in both state and federal courts.

After practicing in the areas of estate planning, estate administration, probate, and real estate law for several years with a boutique law firm in the Baton Rouge area, Siobhan Leger opened the Leger Law Group, LLC. As the managing attorney for the Leger Law Group, LLC, Siobhan now practices in all areas of civil law, but continues to focus her practice on wills & trusts, estates, real estate, Medicaid and Veteran's Aid & Attendance planning, and family law.

Siobhan Leger is a graduate of both Louisiana State University, where she earned her Bachelor of Arts in English, and the Paul M....

James A. Spokes is Partner at The Scott Law Firm, LLC in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. His primary practice is in the area of criminal defense in both state and federal courts throughout the State of Louisiana, with a specialization in representing non-citizen defendants facing potential immigration consequences.

Additionally, he serves on the Criminal Justice Act (CJA) Panel in the Middle District of Louisiana and he also practices in the areas of personal injury and immigration.

Originally from Michigan, Morley moved to his wife’s hometown of Baton Rouge in 2016. Licensed in Michigan and Louisiana, Morley has experience in a broad range of law but now focuses on Asset and Debt related matters. Morley has a passion for creatively crafting solutions to the difficult problems his clients find themselves in. If you need someone to review your situation with an appreciation for what makes it special, Morley is the one to do it!

With a mission to serve her clients with respect, professionalism, and skill, Tracy Rotharmel Shanks uses her experience to successfully represent people in family law, personal injury, and other legal issues.

It shouldn’t cost you an arm and a leg every time you want to talk with your lawyer. By aiming to keep expenses reasonable and services efficient, Rotharmel Shanks, LLC is breaking new ground in client relations. With a cost-conscious attitude and a wealth of knowledge and experience, Tracy has capably counseled clients from all areas of Louisiana.

Tracy Shanks - New Orleans Divorce Attorney. Serving clients in Jefferson, Orleans, St....

Cameron Waddell received a bachelor’s degree in history from Furman University in 1985 and his Juris Doctorate from the University of South Carolina School of Law in 1988. After law school, Cameron clerked for South Carolina’s senior Circuit Court Judge, Dan Laney. Prior to establishing The Waddell Anderman Law Firm, Cameron was Special Counsel to a national asbestos law firm based in Dallas, Texas, a partner in a high profile plaintiff’s law firm in South Carolina and in 1996 was a founding member of LeBlanc and Waddell. LeBlanc and Waddell was designated by the Louisiana AFL-CIO as its statewide...

Chris Cascio is a native of Bossier City, Louisiana. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from Louisiana State University in 1993. In 1996, he received his Juris Doctorate from Louisiana State University - Paul M. Hebert School of Law. After his graduation from law school, Mr. Cascio began his legal career as a judicial law clerk for Judge James T. Genovese of the 27th Judicial District Court in and for the Parish of St. Landry. After completing his one year clerkship with Judge Genevose, Mr. Cascio practiced in New Orleans, Louisiana focusing in...

Erik Burns was born and raised in Baton Rouge, Louisiana where he continues to reside with his two sons. Prior to graduating from the Louisiana State University, Paul M. Hebert Law Center in 1993, Erik graduated from Catholic High School of Baton Rouge and then obtained a B.A. degree in Business Management with a minor in marketing from Southeastern Louisiana University. Erik began his practice in downtown Baton Rouge as a solo practitioner where he did significant personal injury work having worked closely with a seasoned attorney. In 1997 Erik was presented with an opportunity to move his office...

Ted Laperouse serves as the Firm’s Managing Shareholder.

For more than twenty years, Ted’s law practice has been primarily focused on construction litigation and commercial law, and he routinely handles litigation, transactional and contract matters in these areas on behalf of his clients. Ted also serves as a mediator in the field of construction law.

Prior to founding LAPEROUSE, APLC in 2018, Ted was a partner with Taylor Porter Brooks & Phillips in Baton Rouge, Louisiana for 14 years, and, prior to that, practiced law in Dallas, Texas, for an “Am Law 200” law firm.

Ted is admitted to practice before...

Rahim Smith, raised in the San Francisco Bay area, (Oakland, Ca) attended Morehouse College receiving his B.A. in Psychology and minor in English.

In 1996, he worked as an intern for Turner Sports, working his way up to producer, participating in projects such as: Summer Goodwill Games in 1998 (New York City), the Winter Olympics 1998 (Nagano, Japan), Inside the NBA 1998 through 2007 as a "tease" and "feature" producer.

Rahim is a three-time Emmy award winner for his role as Associate Producer for Inside the NBA playoffs coverage.

He served as a music consultant to Executive Vice President, Shakir...

Attorney Beau R. Layfield received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Louisiana State University. He then earned his Juris Doctorate and Bachelor of Civil Law degrees from Paul M. Hebert Law Center of Louisiana State University. Before establishing his Baton Rouge law firm, The Layfield Law Firm, LLC, Attorney Layfield worked for a general practice law firm. While working there, he focused on assisting individuals who had been involved in vehicular accidents, and those who were undergoing family law matters. This experience allowed Attorney Layfield to gain extensive knowledge in areas involving civil litigation, business matters, municipal law, and construction...

DeVonna Ponthieu attended Southeastern Louisiana University in 1993 and graduated cum laude in May 1998. She applied and was accepted to the LSU Paul M. Hebert Law School and graduated in 2001. After passing the bar exam, she opened her private office in Denham Springs and has been practicing law there ever since. She has had cases in all of the 21st Judicial District (Livingston, Tangipahoa and St.Helena), East Baton Rouge Parish, Ascension Parish, East Feliciana and other parishes.

DeVonna is a member in good standing with the Louisiana State Bar Association. She was a past president, vice-president and secretary/treasurer...

Since 1997, Johnny Joubert has devoted his practice to assisting victims injured as a result of another’s negligent acts. With that philosophy in mind, on September 1, 2007, Johnny formed the Joubert Law Firm. Johnny and the Joubert Law Firm represent clients in all State and Federal Courts in Louisiana. Johnny concentrates his law practice in the areas of personal injury, catastrophic injury cases and wrongful death cases. Johnny also sues drunk drivers. Johnny has almost two decades of courtroom experience in State and Federal courts in Louisiana and has tried numerous bench trials and...

If you've decided that it's time to plan for the inevitable, let this experienced Baton Rouge estate planning lawyer help you develop a plan that's right for you and your family. Attorney Wendra J. Morgan has the legal knowledge and compassionate understanding that you need. With a sincere care towards each of her clients, this is a legal professional who works closely with each client in order to achieve their goals. Here, your situation will be thoroughly studied and understood by an attorney who has your best interests at heart. Put your future in the right hands. Contact the...

"Our community is safer when wrongdoers are held accountable. I built my reputation representing Louisiana individuals, families, and small businesses harmed by large corporations and insurance companies." S. Bradley "Brad" Rhorer.

Brad has recovered substantial verdicts and settlements for clients across Louisiana and the United States, qualifying him for membership in the MILLION DOLLAR ADVOCATES FORUM and the MULTI-MILLION DOLLAR ADVOCATES FORUM, exclusive organizations limited to less than 1% of all trial lawyers.

Brad received his law degree, with honors, from Tulane Law School. He is licensed to practice in all Louisiana courts and all...

At Joubert Law Firm, Jennifer counsels clients on various criminal law issues, including DWIs, misdemeanors, select felonies, expungements, as well as personal injury matters including automobile wrecks and medical malpractice cases. Jennifer graduated Cum Laude from Southern University Law Center in May 2011, and was admitted to practice law in the State of Louisiana in October 2011. She is an active member of the Louisiana State Bar Association, Baton Rouge Bar Association, Louisiana Association for Justice and American Association for Justice.

Ongoing Peer Education & Seminar Presentations: Co-Chair, 2010 HarrisMartin Louisiana Asbestos Litigation Conference Important Litigation Involvement: From 1987 to 1993, Mr. Blackwell defended numerous Fortune 500 and organizational clients in state and federal courts in Louisiana related to occupational diseases Since 1988, Mr. Blackwell has represented teachers and educational support personnel in all types of issues related to their employment Since 1993, Mr. Blackwell has represented individuals in all types of claims related to their employment, including: claims of discrimination (age, sex and disability) ...

Attorney Randy Ligh brings an excellent record of effective representation and satisfying results. No matter the issue, he will fight for his clients and ensure that their rights are protected. Previous experience as a former prosecutor and courtroom litigator, Randy Ligh carries an inside knowledge to evaluating and winning cases. As such, Randy Ligh is highly skilled in advocating for his clients and he will carefully analyze his client’s cases to determine the best course of action.

Our lawyers have over 85 years experience in representing those in need of quality legal services. Our practice is dedicated to helping our clients with their serious legal matters.
In addition to focusing on injury claims where we have built our reputation one client at a time, we also take great pride in representing businesses in their corporate matters and disputes, as well as handling complex corporate transfers, mergers and buy-outs, or assisting a new or experienced entrepreneur in starting a business.
Our title company, Acquire Title Services, Inc, handles both commercial and residential real estate transactions.
And, should you need help...

"Philip Bohrer is the founder of Bohrer Brady LLC and holds an AV rating from Martindale-Hubble*. He received his J.D. from Louisiana State University in 1984. Mr. Bohrer practices in the fields of maritime personal injury, plaintiff personal injury and insurance litigation, class actions, wage and hour and consumer claims. Mr. Bohrer is licensed to practice in the states of Louisiana and Texas. Mr. Bohrer has been advocating for the rights of individuals and workers for over 37 years. Mr. Bohrer represents injured clients and workers who were not paid overtime in courts throughout the country.

Jody Anderman received his Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Louisiana State University in 1985 and his Juris Doctorate degree from the Louisiana State University Law Center in 1988. During law school, Jody was the recipient of American Jurisprudence Awards for earning the highest grades in Louisiana Civil Procedure II and in Louisiana Sales. Over the course of his career, Jody has had extensive experience in litigating personal injury cases of all kinds, including automobile and trucking accident cases, nursing home negligence cases and premise liability cases, but since 2002, he has primarily focused his practice on representing...

Ms. Flynn graduated in 1974 from Nichols State University in Thibodeaux, Louisiana, with a B.A. degree in History, in 1977 from the Louisiana State University Law Center in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, with a J.D. degree, and in 1994 with an M.A.H. degree in Humanities from Louisiana State University. After graduating from law school, Ms. Flynn served one year as Law Clerk for the Hon. Steve A. Alford, then Chief Judge of the 19th Judicial District Court in East Baton Rouge Parish. Since 1978 she has engaged in the private practice of law in Baton Rouge, and for many years she...

Randi S. Ellis has been practicing law for over 20 years. Her experience in dispute resolution extends to personal injury, mass torts, pharmaceutical drugs and medical devices, product liability, and other areas of law. She is frequently sought by judges and lawyers for her effective and sophisticated settlement solutions for complex legal matters. Ms. Ellis worked in private practice for various law firms in Louisiana for over 12 years before opening her own practice in Baton Rouge. She is a graduate of Louisiana State University, and has also attended the Harvard Law School Program on Negotiation.