Richard Allen Spears

Richard Allen Spears

4.7
Rating: 7.2

Licensed for 31 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at NEW IBERIA, LA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Violent Crime, Juvenile ... +2 more

101 TAYLOR ST,, NEW IBERIA, LA

About Richard

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 20%

Accepting all criminal cases including Murder/homicide, Crisis management, Robbery, Burglary, White Collar, Drugs, OWI, Firearm charges

32 years

20%
Federal Crime 20%

32 years

20%
Juvenile Law 20%

32 years

20%
Violent Crime 20%

32 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Louisiana for 31 years

State: Louisiana

Acquired: 1994

Eligible to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Richard Allen Spears

101 TAYLOR ST,, NEW IBERIA, LA, 70560

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Richard Allen Spears's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

37 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 21 reviews | Advocacy

Posted by April | November 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Very committed

My family hired Mr..Spears I had very serious charges and I'm very pleased with the results he was committed to no jail time and that's what I got I'm very happy my family hired him

Posted by Craig | August 12, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Saved my brother many years

A very dear friend of mine had gotten himself into a good bit of trouble..and not for the first time either.. We thought for sure he wld be gone for quite some time.Mr.Spears worked his but off bt 2 diff parishes to make sure his client didn’t get railroaded.The short time he was able to get him was ...nothing short of amazing and priceless for us all. If you are in a bind,or have made some bad choices.. it’s not over.Holler at Spears and let him take care of it.. His communication with clients and the family of his clients is on point and as busy as he is it really shows it’s not just about the money..He cares and it shows..Wish you all the best of luck in your situation..Go with Mr.Spears & I promise you won’t regret it!

Posted by Eddie Nicholas | October 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Need you to take my case

Mr. Spears my name is Eddie Nicholas can you please take my case on October 19 of this year I have a court date in new Iberia I am from Houston Texas I’m self quarantining myself I was in contact with my sister who has COVID-19 I’m begging you Siri please to take my case I have $500 Deposit on the re...tainer please help me I could pay that by credit card today

Richard Spears

Replied last October 13, 2020

I am not your lawyer and never have been, sir. You have asked me to represent you and not done what I required to undertake your representation. Asking me to take your case and giving me a subpar review to get me to take your case as blackmail, to which I will not succumb. A this point I do not understand why you would beg a lawyer you have given a poor review of to take your case. Please move on.

Posted by anonymous | January 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney

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...ny and everyone!

Posted by Jordan Billiot | February 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Richard Spears is the best around, will go above and beyond for clients

Mr. Richard Spears has provided solid representation for me as my criminal defense attorney several times throughout the years. Impressively, he attains a form of natural gravity for his practice. Further, he boldly handles court room proceedings with stern approaches. Richard has a form of authority... insured by legal knowledge, he will not settle for less than defendant deserves. He will fight aggressively until the end result expected is achieved. If taking your case to trial is necessary, he will by all means. Richard is quick witted, intelligent on the battlefield, ready to prove facts, and you will win. He has been the best at getting the results I was seeking. Not another criminal defense attorney could top him. I know from personal experiences, Richard Spears is the only attorney who has gone above my expectations. I am accustomed to having the best and with Richard, that’s exactly what he gives you. Yesterday, I was in an immediate need of services for Federal Courts, on very short notice. He definitely is a way maker. I must admit, I honestly impressed at how he made time for my urgent need, he helped me resolve matters and calm the storm of stress, he had reliable answers for each of my questions and request. When someone ask me whom do I recommend for criminal defense, I recommend Richard Spears with confidence that he will get the results desired and make the court experience the best as possible considering all circumstances

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Experience

Rating:  7.2 (Very Good)

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 Association

Member

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

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