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Licensed in Louisiana for 31 years
State: Louisiana
Acquired: 1994
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Richard Allen Spears
101 TAYLOR ST,, NEW IBERIA, LA, 70560
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Posted by anonymous | January 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Defended my brother
I just want to say we hired Richard to defend my brother in a very serious criminal case ( which he had nothing to do with) and he did an amazing job. We felt very confident and safe having him on our side. He has many many years of experience and gets the job done. I would HIGHLY recommend him to a...
Posted by anonymous | October 02, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
GREAT LAWYER
Mr. Spears is a great lawyer‼ I was set up while being at a federal job, in which drug charges were dropped within a few months and I walked away free from court. Without any fines. He's awesome
Posted by Cindy G. | September 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Criminal Defense Attorney
Richard has been my attorney for my son who has been in trouble on and off for the past 20 years. He has always done a wonderful job for us and has kept my son out of jail, sometimes when he probably should have been under it. He is the best attorney in his field, bar none. I have depended on him ...
Posted by jlandry | April 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
very committed
Recently had to hire Mr. Spears for two separate cases. I am very pleased with the outcome. First case was reduced to lesser charge and the 2nd was dismissed. He is very competent and he kept us informed throughout the entire process. Calls and emails were answered in a timely manner. If ever I need...
Posted by Matthew | March 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family
I've used Mr Richard multiple times and he never let me down
I have hired Mr Spears on multiple occasions regarding my ex wifes constant allegations against me. Mr Spears doesn't waste your time or money on nonsense and he gets the job done everytime. Thanks Matthew Henry
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Experience
Honors
2017
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1998 - Present
Owner, Richard Allen Spears
1994 - 1998
Associate, Landry and Watkins
1984 - 1988
Marines, United States Marine Corps
Associations
1994 - Present
Louisiana State Bar AssociationMember
Education
1994
Louisiana State University, Paul M. Hebert Law Center
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
Louisiana State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Publications
2007
Louisiana Bar Journal
Criminal Law Update
2004
Louisiana Bar Journal
Cocktail Party Conversation
Languages
English