Catherine L Stagg

Catherine L Stagg

5.0
Rating: 7.2

Licensed for 48 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Lake Charles, LA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, DUI & DWI, Social Security

716 Hodges Street, Lake Charles, LA

About Catherine

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Louisiana for 48 years

State: Louisiana

Acquired: 1977

Eligible to Practice Law

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2017

Location

Stagg Law Office

716 Hodges Street, Lake Charles, LA, 70601

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Catherine L Stagg's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Posted by Russell | August 11, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very professional and represents her client well

I found Catherine (Ms. Staggs) to be very professional..Ms.. Staggs, listens to your concerns, very attentive. Ms Staggs answers any and all questions, never a sarcastic comment from her. She is very knowledgeable in her role as a family attorney. Catherine is a go getter, stands her ground in t...he court room and defends her clients to the best of her ability. Don't let anyone tell you, you cannot garnish social security from an individual. Catherine can do it for you and knows how to get tit done. She helped me win hands down against a dead beat. I would use Catherine again and I recommend her for any of your family law needs.

Posted by Don | September 7, 2019 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Advocates for People with Disabilities

Catherine Stagg is a member of the Disabilities Assistance Network. When a family member who has a disability became justice involved, Ms. Stagg was very responsive. I received a reply to my inquiry within minutes. Her initial consultation was very helpful and reassuring.

Posted by Maggie Nelson | January 31, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Husband's Succession

Catherine did my husbands succession recently. She was very helpful before I filed. She answered all of my question, even the ones that I was afraid sounded stupid. She returned all of my texts quickly and the succession went through smoothly. All of the paperwork was correct the first time. I'...d like to be able to give more than 5 stars.

Posted by Leann | November 6, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

I wish i could give more than 5 stars.

Mrs. Stagg has held our hands though the very difficult process of adoption. I can not stress enough how helpful this attorney is!!!! We are a family of 6 and do not have a ton of wealth but but she worked with us!! Caring, selfless, concerned, wonderful are not the typical words you hear ...when describing an attorney however she does all of these things and more. Mrs.Stagg has fought for us, stood by us, and advised us. She has been well informed about all our legal issues and has taken all our worries away. When it comes to family law and/or your children it is terrifying. It is isessential to make sure your attorney is the right choice for your family and Mrs. Stagg is just that. If are in need of an attorney, do yourself a favor and go for THE BEST first. I know we are glad we did, she has helped make our family a whole.

Posted by Summer | November 3, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Professional and dedicated

As my personal attorney for more than 10 years, both in my personal and professional life, I could not be more pleased with her! A dedicated supporter and fighter for the "common everyday blue-collar" American, she has proved herself time and time again. She has always been very thorough, careful to ...provide the best defense/advocation a client could ask for. She is passionate about her career and her desire to always help someone. She strives to make her clients feel welcome and comfortable, understanding the importance of reassurance as they are facing troubled times. I've recommended numerous friends and relatives to her throughout the years and will continue to do so.

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Catherine L Stagg's Lawyer Endorsements

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Elizabeth Traub

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the pleasure of working with Ms. Stagg over the past 5 years. She is always willing to help and is truly a great person. She practices law with integrity and is dedicated to upholding the law and providing zealous representation to her clients."

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Experience

Rating:  7.2 (Very Good)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2017.

Reprimand With Probation issued in LA, 2017

updated on 06/08/2018

Reprimand means the attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. While on probation, the State monitors the attorney's activities for a period of time in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Catherine’s comment:

“This was regarding a dispute from 2008. A consent agreement was made in order to finally resolve the matter as inexpensively as possible.”

Honors

2016

Top Lawyer, Acadiana Profile Magazine

2015

10:1 Blackstone Award, Louisiana Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Owner, Stagg Law Office

Associations

2012 - Present

Louisiana Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2001 - Present

Southwest Louisiana Bar Association

Member

2001 - Present

SW LA Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

1980 - Present

National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives

Sustaining Member

1977 - Present

Louisiana State Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State of Louisiana vs. J.R.

Charges Dismissed

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Education

1977

Louisiana State University

JD - Juris Doctor

1973

Northwestern State University of Louisiana

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2016

Acadiana Profile Fighting for the Innocent

Languages

English

Arabic

Spanish

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