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Cullen Adair Tonry
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Biography
I was once asked to write 120 words that best describe me; here was the result:
Dad, husband, and lawyer are all labels given to me by default. I AM a defender of the poor, the less informed, and to those in which nothing extraordinary is expected. I fight injustice in the civil and criminal matters and am on the front line of defending our constitutional freedoms that are so frequently trampled on by those more fortunate.
The jury is the least corruptible instrument alive in today’s justice system and public opinion is being carefully crafted to reflect the interest of Goliath while David’s freedoms are being washed away in the name of Justice. I am not here to judge, I am here to inform, educate, and defend. (8 words shy)
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
95%
21 years
Wills and Living Wills
5%
21 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
30%-40%
Payment Methods
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Louisiana for 21 years
State: Louisiana
Acquired: 2004
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Location
The Tonry Law Firm
2300 Pakenham Drive, Chalmette, LA, 70043
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Cullen Adair Tonry's Reviews
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Posted by Randy | March 3, 2015
Passionate about my case.
Mr. Tonry handled my case well. He was very passionate and empathetic to my needs. From the initial meeting until my case was over, he walked me through everything.
Posted by Alley | February 20, 2015
Outstanding Attorney
Mr. Tonry represented us in civil dispute. It was a very difficult case and we won due to his expertise. During the trail the Judge had to stop to verify the statute Mr. Tonry cited as he himself was not familiar with it. Upon departure he told the other counsel that had Mr. Tonry not cited that st...
Posted by anonymous | October 8, 2012
Communication is key. He calls me back quickly and answers all of my questions.
Cullen has handled my case quickly and exceeded all of my expectations. I had so many questions to ask, and he answered all of them. He even gacve me his cell number and helped me out after hours and weekends. He is easy to get in touch with and I can't recommend him enough.
Posted by anonymous | February 29, 2012
Awesome job
He took the time to answer my questions, he didn't make me feel like i was being judged. And he got my charges reduced alot more than i thought possible. He was worth every penny i spent!!! He defended me as is he was defending himself.
Cullen Adair Tonry's Lawyer Endorsements
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"I have recommended Cullen on numerous occassions for criminal defense work, and he is the utmost professional and a tireless advocate for his clients."
"For criminal defense work in St. Bernard parish, I unquestionably endorse this lawyer."
Ronald Morrison
Estate planning lawyer
Experience
Honors
2015
Rising Star, Louisiana Super Lawyers
2014
Rising Star, Louisiana Super Lawyers
2014
Top 10 Personal Injury Attorney Under 40, National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys
2013
Rising Star, Louisiana Super Lawyers
2013
Nationally Ranked Top 10 Attorney Award, National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys
2012
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, American Trial Lawyers Association
2010
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, American Trial Lawyers Association
2009
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, American Trial Lawyers Association
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Attorney, The Tonry Law Firm
2005 - 2012
Partner, Law Office of Tonry, Ginart & Jones
2002 - 2004
Law Clerk, Louisiana Attorney General's Office
Associations
2006 - Present
American Civil Liberties UnionMember
2004 - Present
Louisiana State Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
Louisiana Association for JusticeMember
2004 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
2004 - Present
St. Bernard Parish Bar AssociationMember
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Auto Accident: G.D. v. Geico
$100,000.00
Education
2004
Southern University Law Center
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
University of Southern Mississippi
BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English
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Q&A
Is there any way to expedite and expungement in Louisiana? I have a job offer that is depending on this and need it done ASAP.
06 May 2013
Q&A
If you have a warrant out for unpaid traffic tickets and you pay the ticket....does the warrant clear?
23 Apr 2013
Q&A
Can I plead article 892 for this particular situation?
26 Jun 2012