A Lake Charles law firm, in court since 2006.
We have recovered more than $500 million for injured clients across Southwest Louisiana, defended businesses in state and federal court, and closed thousands of real-estate transactions. If you need a lawyer in Lake Charles or Houston, start with a call.
Why people pick this firm.
We are a Southwest Louisiana firm with public-sector roots, plaintiff and defense experience, and a title-services affiliate. The list below is what that adds up to.
In court since 2006
Our attorneys appear regularly in Calcasieu Parish courts, the Louisiana Third Circuit, and the Western District of Louisiana. Some of us have been at it since 1987.
Most of what you'll need
Personal injury, criminal defense, family law, real estate, successions, corporate work, and governmental representation. Seven practice areas under one roof.
Tried, not just filed
We work each case toward settlement when settlement makes sense, and toward trial when it doesn't. Two of us have tried cases on both sides of the docket.
Public-Sector Depth
With long experience as counsel to municipalities and public bodies, the firm advises cities, parishes, and public bodies on procurement, public-bid law, and the litigation that follows.
Title work in-house
Real-estate transactions close through our affiliate, Armor Title Company. Billy has been a licensed title insurance agent since 1996.
Client-First Approach
We remain mindful of the cost of legal services and tailor our work to deliver real value — not unnecessary billable hours.
Seven practice areas. Two offices.
Personal Injury
Plaintiff and defense representation for injury and accident claims.
Learn moreCriminal Defense
Aggressive defense in state and federal court — from misdemeanors to serious felonies.
Learn moreFamily Law
Compassionate, experienced counsel during life's most personal matters.
Learn moreSuccessions & Wills
Estate planning and succession administration under Louisiana law.
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Transactions, title, and litigation for residential and commercial property.
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Formation, governance, and day-to-day counsel for Louisiana businesses.
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Resolving business disputes in Louisiana state and federal courts.
Learn moreMunicipal & Governmental Law
Representing public bodies and clients dealing with state and local government.
Learn more The lawyers on your file.
Billy E. Loftin, Jr.
A DeRidder native and longtime Lake Charles attorney with more than three decades of practice across real estate, governmental, and civil matters.
Cody J. Vidrine
A dual-licensed Louisiana and Texas trial attorney with a plaintiff personal injury, criminal defense, and first-party insurance practice — recognized by Super Lawyers Rising Stars and Best Lawyers "Ones to Watch."
Van C. Seneca
A dual-licensed Louisiana and Texas attorney whose civil practice spans business and corporate law, civil litigation, insurance disputes, real estate closings, successions, and creditor rights.
Mesonie T. Halley, Jr.
A veteran litigator with experience across insurance defense, medical malpractice, construction, and personal injury matters.
Dustan J. Abshire
A former detective and felony prosecutor whose fifteen years in law enforcement informs a selective practice in criminal defense, family law, and personal injury across Southwest Louisiana.
A clear path, from first call to resolution.
Consultation
Call the office or send a message. We answer fast and route you to the attorney who handles your kind of case.
Strategy
We meet, look at the documents, and tell you what we think — including whether you actually need a lawyer or whether you'd be better off elsewhere.
Resolution
Some matters settle. Some get drafted and signed. Some get tried. We tell you which way we think yours is going and update you when it changes.
Speak with an attorney
about your matter.
Call our Lake Charles office or send a message. We answer fast and a lawyer, not an intake screen, will read what you wrote.