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Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in New Orleans, LA

24 firms listed · 23 in New Orleans · 11 open 24/7 · 15 open weekends · 22 rated 4.5+

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Stephen D. Hebert

Stephen D. Hebert

(46)
  • Call
  • Job
  • System
“I had been drinking in the hotel through the evening, and later at night I went out to my car for some privacy to talk on the phone and continued to have some beer while sitting in the AC since it was very muggy and hot outside and I did not want to ...”
Accepts Check, Paypal
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2013
BBB Rating: A+
700 Camp St #216, New Orleans, LA
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Bloom Legal

Bloom Legal

(48)
  • Call
  • Result
  • Matter
“I've known Seth for several years, and he's a hard working lawyer with a good reputation for criminal defense and personal injury in the greater New Orleans area.”
Emergency Services
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2008
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
825 Girod St Suite A, New Orleans, LA
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Crescent City Law

Crescent City Law

(47)
  • Email
  • Expungement
  • Reduced
“John and your Team I really appreciate your help I applaud you for your professional excellent work , I admire your composure, work ethic and most of all excellent representation.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2010
Emergency Services
935 Gravier St Suite 850, New Orleans, LA
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Vincent P. Scallan Law

Vincent P. Scallan Law

(49)
  • Legal Advice
  • Results
  • Case
“Vincent P Scallan has been my lawyer for many years, he has his clients at heart, he takes proud in making sure his client receive his top work,, I'm very proud of the way he handled my cases.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2011
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
1515 Poydras St #900, New Orleans, LA
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Nola Criminal Law

Nola Criminal Law

(47)
  • Charges
  • Price
  • Legal Advice
“He actually fielded my phone call on his cell late at night while out of town, and was able to get someone to appear for me in court for my initial plea the next morning.”
In Business Since 2001
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
4907 Magazine St #5, New Orleans, LA
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The G. Carter Law Firm

The G. Carter Law Firm

(34)
  • Son
  • Case
  • Outcome
“I would like to thank Mr Carter for listening and believing in me, he knows his way around the court room, he's the best lawyer I've seen, and he really cares, Thanx God For Mr Carter, you can't go wrong with him, he's the best....”
In Business Since 2016
BBB Rating: A+
1100 Poydras St #2990, New Orleans, LA
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The 24 firms listed for New Orleans, LA defend criminal charges for people. What each states about the offenses it takes and the courts it appears in comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.

Area overview: New Orleans, LA

23 of the 24 firms we list are based in New Orleans; the other one serves New Orleans from Covington (30 mi). The firms on this page are rated from 4.3 to 5.0 across 1,208 reviews; 5 have 50 or more reviews and 22 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (94%), responsiveness (78%) and quality (74%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "results", "efficient" and "patient". 11 are open around the clock; 15 are open on Saturdays and 14 on Sundays. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are criminal defense (5), drug charges (3), domestic violence (2), medical malpractice (2) and personal injury (2). 3 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 20 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 36 years. 11 offer urgent consultations and 13 offer a free initial consultation. 1 has Spanish-speaking staff. We count these figures across the firms on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.

Are criminal law firms listed for New Orleans open on Saturdays or Sundays?

15 of the 24 firms on this page list hours on a Saturday or a Sunday. Arrests keep no office hours, so the more useful question is whether a firm answers its phone for a custody call at night. Ask that directly when you call, and ask who picks up.

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Law Offices of Joseph C. Bartels

Law Offices of Joseph C. Bartels

(33)
  • Call
  • Job
  • Heart
“One of the best, so far so good 1 more case to get handled let's see how everything works out I would still be sitting in dekalb county if it wasn't for this great attorney”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2004
Emergency Services
3900 Canal St, New Orleans, LA
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Margaret S. Burns

Margaret S. Burns

(36)
  • Understand
  • Needs
  • Insurance
“Mrs Margaret Burns is a wonderful woman and attorney she is very sweet and very caring I'm very proud to know her and have her as a friend and as an attorney.”
Se Habla Español
In Business Since 2017
Free Initial Consultation
Covington, LA · 30 mi from New Orleans
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Digiulio Utley

Digiulio Utley

(24)
  • Team
  • Integrity
  • Matter
“Utley is an amazing lawyer really takes time out to work on your case he's so knowledgeable, passionate,patient and hard working if you are looking for a strong team that will stand behind you and can hold his own MR .”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2008
Accepts All Major Credit Cards, Check, Paypal
530 Powder St #3, New Orleans, LA
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Elizabeth B. Carpenter Law Firm

Elizabeth B. Carpenter Law Firm

(29)
  • Matter
  • Feel
  • Passionate
“I recommend this wonderful lady to anyone she's honest, compassionate, and she'll fight for you hope I never need her again but toy can bet if I need an attorney she will be the one I call.”
In Business Since 2012
201 St Charles Ave suite 2500, New Orleans, LA
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Capitelli & Wicker Attorneys at Law

Capitelli & Wicker Attorneys at Law

(8)
  • Team
“I know that my kids and I can never replace my wife, and the attorneys at Capitelli and Wicker approached every aspect of the case letting us know that they understood.”
In Business Since 1990
BBB Rating: A+
1100 Poydras St # 2950, New Orleans, LA
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Julie C. Tizzard

Julie C. Tizzard

(17)
  • Money
  • Truth
  • Ethical
“Her dedication to staying updated on legal matters and ability to communicate complex legal concepts in a clear and understandable manner sets her apart.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2001
Emergency Services
700 Camp St Suite 101, New Orleans, LA
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Weiser Law Firm

Weiser Law Firm

(21)
  • Custody
  • Questions
  • Team
“Great lawyer helped me on a custody case”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2012
BBB Accredited
3801 Canal St #205, New Orleans, LA
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Oliver Hadley Law

Oliver Hadley Law

(17)
“I searched for an attorney who was knowledgeable on the case I had encountered, he explained on legal matters regarding my issues and the positives of my outcome.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2024
Emergency Services
700 Camp St Ste. 318, New Orleans, LA
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Harmon, Smith & Vourvoulias

Harmon, Smith & Vourvoulias

(21)
  • Negotiated
  • Injury
  • Results
“I have known George Vourvoulias for a number of years and have had the pleasure of working with George on a number of legal issues ranging from criminal defense to personal injury matters.”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2011
Accepts Cash, Check
400 Poydras St #1680, New Orleans, LA
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Liuzza Law Firm

Liuzza Law Firm

(33)
  • Calls
  • Understand
  • Court
“To the contrary, he has always gone above and beyond to first set me at ease regarding my concerns, then to exhaustively lay out every imaginable decision and outcome with the professional and legal matters that I have brought before him.”
In Business Since 2015
329 Lowerline St, New Orleans, LA
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Law Office of Stephen J. Haedicke

Law Office of Stephen J. Haedicke

(3)
“Very good Attorny who becomes a very good friend.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2010
Emergency Services
1040 St Ferdinand St, New Orleans, LA
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If you or a loved one has been charged with a drug offense, contact Stephen Haedicke for a free consultation regarding your case today. I have been defending people just like you in New Orleans for almost 20 years and ensuring they receive a fair trial. Call today!

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Crouch Law

Crouch Law

(13)
“Crouch was extremely helpful assisting our office with some much needed leg work and provided valuable information for an ongoing case we are managing.”
In Business Since 2017
Free Initial Consultation
2735 Tulane Ave, New Orleans, LA
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Mark A. Vicknair, Attorney at Law

Mark A. Vicknair, Attorney at Law

(1)
“Thanks Mark for your help”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2000
Emergency Services
700 Camp St, New Orleans, LA
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The Aubrey Harris Law Firm

The Aubrey Harris Law Firm

(10)
“If you live in the surrounding areas of New Orleans to Baton Rouge, as well as exceptions like myself due to the fact that my legal matters were Traffic related she may have to option of stepping into court on your behalf”
In Business Since 2014
Free Initial Consultation
643 Magazine St suite 200B, New Orleans, LA
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A. A. Adkinson, Attorney

A. A. Adkinson, Attorney

(16)
  • Money
  • Fraud
  • Paper
“Thankful , Alister has been more than an attorney to me as in my time of need or doubt he has always gotten back to me in a timely manner to address any concerns or guidance I may need .”
In Business Since 2013
1539 Jackson Ave Suite 218, New Orleans, LA
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Carbine LAW Firm

Carbine LAW Firm

(10)
  • Right
“He truly cares and most importantly, I do believe is he understands the law and can explain it to you in simple terms, gave me his personal phone number!!”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2019
Emergency Services
8209 Hampson St, New Orleans, LA
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Martzell, Bickford & Centola

Martzell, Bickford & Centola

(4)
“They are a great law firm for your needs.”
In Business Since 1990
Free Initial Consultation
338 Lafayette St, New Orleans, LA
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The Hayes Law Firm, PLC

The Hayes Law Firm, PLC

(3)
“He is actively working on on custody case so far he is impeccable have a lot of faith in him will give you an update after to let you know how it goes very affordable for what he does for the case”
In Business Since 2012
Free Initial Consultation
1100 Poydras St # 1530, New Orleans, LA
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Criminal Law Attorney Services in New Orleans, LA Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$1854
Maximum cost
$22248
National Average
$6798
Avg Per Hour Rates
$433
$4326
$7416
Typical price range is based on 550 cost profiles
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Average Cost $6798
Minimum cost $1854
Maximum cost $22248
Avg Per Hour Rates $433

Typical range $4326 to $7416 is based on 550 cost profiles.

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