Dustan J Abshire

Dustan J Abshire

4.2
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 10 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Lake Charles, LA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Unknown

334 Kirby Street, Lake Charles, LA

About Dustan

Biography

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Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

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Licenses

Licensed in Louisiana for 10 years

State: Louisiana

Acquired: 2015

Eligible to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Abshire Law Firm, LLC

334 Kirby Street, Lake Charles, LA, 70601

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Dustan J Abshire's Reviews

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4.2 /5.0

25 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 10 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | August 01, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

great lawyer

Dustan has been my lawyer for the past 4 years, he has been amazing. I would totally recommend him. He has helped so much with my divorce, child custody case, which is on going. He also helped with a wreck I was involved in. Mrs. Angie is the best, she has worked so hard at helping me understand all ...the stuff I am confused about and she always answers my questions. I recommend this law firm over any other. They fight for their clients, I know because they have fought for me and are still doing so.

Posted by Danielle | October 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Outstanding Lawyer with a big heart

Mr. Dustan and his paralegal Mrs. Angie were absolutely amazing to work with. My case was a child-custody matter. I'll never forget the day i met the them. First i met Mrs. Angie, i immediately got close to her. It was like family at first sight. Then eventually that day i met Mr. Absire. He was comi...ng in from a trial in Court with tears in his eyes. And yet sucked up his emotions and discuss my case with me. I had chills from his sadness. I read Mr. Dustan's and the other lawyer profile and if you did to, you can just imagine what he has seen and been through in the law business. He worked me on his fees. I quickly learned that he is not a heartless lawyer who is all about money and not justice. If children are involved in your case, he is gonna do whatever is best for the children and i admired that about him and Mrs. Angie. They tore my children's father a new one. Everything was in me and my children's favor. We never even had to go to court, everything was nipped in the bud during the hearing. Which i almost died holding in my laughter. Let me explain... his lawyer came out about 10+ times asking him questions about his personal information and and other stuff that he should have know about his client as to where my lawyer came out ZERO times asking me any questions. They kept me full of hope and my mind clear. If the law is on your side you will definitely win your case with this wonderful man and his amazing paralegal. Thank you so much for everything Mr. Dustan and Mrs. Angie

Posted by anonymous | April 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

INEXPERIENCED

I hired Dustan for an ex parte and child custody. Dustan seemed to have experience in the very beginning. I presented all of my evidence to Dustan for the ex parte and it was granted by the judge. We went to court 30 days later and let me just say, Dustan bowed down to my ex's attorney, allowing her ...attorney to call ALL the shots! I would NEVER refer anyone to Dustan. He is fair in pricing and even has payment plans. If you're hiring an attorney get your money's worth! I have since fired him and hired someone who is very experienced and confident will get the job done.

Dustan Abshire

Replied last April 12, 2018

I am sorry to hear how you feel with regards to your matter. I have never and will never bow down to another attorney, but unfortunately the law is not always on our side and you have to pick your battles in the courtroom. Good luck in your case.

Posted by anonymous | April 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

God send!

Dustan was truly sent to me from God! With him there to represent me I grew my spine back! His background, attention to detail and extensive knowledge of my case and the law gave me the confidence I needed not to back down! I am so thankful for him and his staff. I do and will continue to tell the wo...rld to call him if they need an attorney!

Posted by anonymous | April 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

BEWARE!!

WOULD NOT RECOMMEND THIS ATTORNEY TO ANYONE! HE SEEM VERY NICE AND ACTS LIKE HE CARE. HE WILL WORK WITH WHAT YOU HAVE AND LET YOU CALL OR TEXT AFTER HOURS BECAUSE DURING THE DAY HE HAVE ANOTHER JOB! HE WOULD TELL YOU WANT YOU WANT TO HEAR AND MAKE YOU FEEL LIKE YOU WILL WIN BUT WHEN HE START YOUR CA...SE AND TIME TO REPRESENT YOU HE WILL THROW YOU UNDER THE BUS! HE FIND EASY WAY OUT HE DOESN'T WANT TO EVEN TRY. HE WILL TELL YOU HE KNOW THE JUDGE AND WORKING ON BIG CASE TO MAKE YOU THINK YOUR IN GOOD HANDS! HE DOESN'T EVEN HAVE ANYONE WORKING FOR HIM HE DOES HIMSELF. MOST IMPORTANT HE IS VERY UN EXPERIENCE! WHEN YOU ASK HIM SOMETHING HE WOULDN'T KNOW IT HE WOULD HAVE TO GET BACK TO YOU AND ASK ANOTHER ATTORNEY. HE WILL MAKE YOU LOOSE THE CASE!! WHEN I TOLD HIM TO APPEALS HE DIDN'T DO IT AND COST ME TO HAVE A JUDGMENT! HE WILL MAKE YOU LOOK BAD INFRONT OF THE OTHER ATTORNEY AND MEETATOR. HE WOULD TALK AND LAUGH WITH THE OTHER ATTORNEY THAT WE FIGHTING AGAINST AND NOT FOCUS ON YOUR CASE AND MAKE YOU THINK HE WORKING WITH THEM INSTEAD OF YOU! REASON I MADE A REVIEW IS TO WARN OTHERS BECAUSE I KNOW CUSTODY BATTLES COST A LOT OF MONEY , TIME AND STRESS! IF YOU DECIED TO HIRE HIM YOU BETTER OFF REPRESENTING YOURSELF!!

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Dustan J Abshire's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joseph Franks

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Dustan since law school. He is an extremely smart and capable attorney. His background gives him that much more of an edge in criminal defense matters. I strongly recommend him for your criminal defense team."

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Lance Mixon

Litigation lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Dustan Abshire worked together with me on several cases during his time as a law clerk for my office. This was when he was still in law school. Dustan demonstrated an advanced level of knowledge, skill, and probably more importantly, sincere care about the client and his/her case. His career has really taken off as a practitioner in Louisiana, and I will not hesitate a moment to fully recommend him."

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Cody Vidrine

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Scott Ogden

Unknown lawyer | Dec 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Dustan is a talented attorney, a zealous advocate, and a decent human. In my experience, this is a rare combination of traits."

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Elizabeth Traub

Unknown lawyer | Aug 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I had the pleasure of working with Dustan as opposing counsel on hundreds of cases. He was always fair, easy to work with, and willing to listen to both sides of every story.. Dustan is committed to providing the best legal services possible and I highly recommend him for all legal needs."

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James Sudduth

Family lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I had the pleasure of working with Dustan at the District Attorney's Office. Once he started at the office, Dustan was able to quite literally hit the ground running with very little training or supervision. He understands the legal system and is supremely capable to navigate it. Any client would be in good hands with Dustan at the helm."

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Lawrence Corcoran

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I worked with Dustan at the District Attorney's office in Calcasieu Parish. Nearly 20 years experience in law enforcement prior to becoming a lawyer gives Dustan a unique perspective which is beneficial to his clients. Dustan is driven, hardworking, and stays up to date on the law. I recommend him highly."

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Alvin Hunt

Family lawyer | Mar 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have been opposing counsel with Dustan on many cases. He is always well prepared and diligently represents his client in a professional manner. Happy to recommend him."

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Laketha Holmes

Family lawyer

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Joseph Franks

Unknown lawyer

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Aaron Parker

Criminal defense lawyer

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Aaron Hommell

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Kevin Stewart

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Victor Carmody

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Lance Mixon

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Cody Vidrine

Family lawyer

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Brent Hawkins

Criminal defense lawyer

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Scott Ogden

Criminal defense lawyer

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Samara Winfrey

Family lawyer

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David Green

Criminal defense lawyer

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Elizabeth Traub

Criminal defense lawyer

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James Sudduth

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Honors

2022

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Attorney at Law, Abshire Law Firm

2015 - 2016

Assistant District Attorney, Calcasieu Parish District Attorney

2012 - 2013

Law Clerk, Carmody, Stewart, and Mixon

1996 - 2011

Detective, Calcasisu Parish Sheriffs Office

Associations

2015 - Present

Louisiana State Bar Association

South West Louisiana Bar

Education

2014

Mississippi College School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2011

McNeese State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

N/A

Calcasieu Traing Academy

Sex Crimes

Languages

English

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