Shane Michael Mouton

Shane Michael Mouton

4.1
Rating: 4.8

Licensed for 31 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Rayne, LA
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Family, Business ... +2 more

905 The Boulevard, Rayne, LA

About Shane

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 200-300 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Louisiana for 31 years

State: Louisiana

Acquired: 1995

Eligible to Practice Law

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2020

Location

Mouton Law Firm

905 The Boulevard, Rayne, LA, 70578

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Shane Michael Mouton's Reviews

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4.1 /5.0

18 Client Reviews

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Posted by Carla | July 18, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Never imagined

I am writing this to give a completely honest review of my experience with Mouton & Mouton Law firm. I hired them to handle my divorce case. Basically they treated me like I was an advisory not a client. They treated me like they were going up against me, not trying to help me. I could never get in... touch with Bhyllie, she pushed me off on her brother but he did not have time for me. We had a court date scheduled and they didn’t even know about it. I had to call several times to let them know about it. Finally the receptionist got the message to Bhyllie the day before the court date. The date had to be pushed back because they had done nothing on my case yet. I got the impression that they are way too busy to take on more clients. They should have told me this up front and not have taken my case. I gave them a $5,400 retainer and they did very little. As it turns out, we decided not to go trough with the divorce. I asked them to return some of my retainer but they said no, that I owed them more money if she gave me an itemized bill. Bhyllie claimed that the $5,400 was a flat fee that was charged to complete my case. I was not told this up front, I assumed it was a true “retainer” that would be drafted as my case proceeded. They did not have me sign any contract that explained the flat fee to initiate my case. Bhyllie then told me that “I don’t meet with Ex-clients who think we have done nothing.” She did offer to give me an itemized bill which would show that my “retainer” was used up. If you want a good attorney use Phil Kobetz. He will be very upfront about the charges and is one of the best attorneys in Lafayette.

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Shane Michael Mouton's Lawyer Endorsements

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Afif Jebara

Family lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I do not like to endorse anyone, because it is a responsibility that I take seriously. But in this case I am honored to do that. Bhyllie and Shane are simply outstanding. It takes more than knowledge of the law to be a great lawyer. It also takes integrity, and honesty. Bhyllie and Shane are the the kind of lawyers I am proud of."

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John Ralls

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this talented and knowledgeable attorney, who is well-respected in the legal community.."

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Laura Davenport

Family lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Shane Mouton is a hightly professional and compassionate attorney who works diligently to achieve the desired results for his clients."

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Joshua Guillory

Unknown lawyer | Aug 10

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Shane is an excellent attorney. I have seen him in his capacity of both a private attorney and as an assistant district attorney. He works hard, and he is honest. You can't really ask for more than that. He contributes to our profession greatly."

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Henry Adams

General practice lawyer | Jul 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. He is an excellent attorney who truly cares about his clients. He is known in the legal community as an honest, hard working attorney. I have never seen him in a situation where he looks distressed, he is always collected and prepared. I have known him for 20 years and I have sent him several cases myself because I know he will do a good job for the clients I refer to him. Highly recommended!"

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Experience

Rating:  4.8 (Concern)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2020.

Suspension Deferred With Probation issued in LA, 2020

updated on 02/23/2021

Suspension deferred means the attorney has been suspended, but that the suspension is placed on hold (and ultimately removed) if the attorney complies with certain requirements.

Probation issued in LA, 2020

updated on 02/23/2021

Probation means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The State monitors the lawyer's activities for a period of time in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Honors

2017

Top Lawyers, Legal Network

2016

Top Lawyers, Acadiana Profile Magazine

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Assistant District Attorney, District Attorney's Office (15th JDC)

1985 - 1990

Sgt., US Marine Corps

Associations

2000 - Present

American Legion, Post 77

Judge Advocate

1995 - Present

Louisiana State Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Automobile Accident

Successfull

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Education

1994

Louisiana State University, Paul M. Hebert Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

1990

University of Louisiana, Lafayette

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2009

Louisiana Support Enforcement Child Support Enforcement Techniques

Languages

English

French

Activity

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