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On September 1, 2016, the Abshire Law Firm was formed to handle Family Law matters related to divorce, child custody and support. On October 14, 2016, Dustan left his position as an Assistant District Attorney to operate the Abshire Law Firm on a full-time basis. Upon leaving the DA's Office the Abshire Law Firm expanded to handle matters involving Criminal Defense and Personal Injury.
Background of Dustan:
Dustan J. Abshire is a lifelong Lake Charles resident and a graduate of Barbe High School. Dustan began his career with the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office after high school and stayed there for 15 years. He spent time in corrections, patrol and as a detective in the Sex Crimes/Severe Child Abuse Unit.
After passing the bar exam, Dustan was given the opportunity to serve as an Assistant District Attorney for the Calcasieu Parish District Attorney’s Office. Currently, he was a felony prosecutor handling a wide variety of cases.
Dustan joined the law office of Bryant, Sigler, & Abshire, L.L.C. where his private practice focuses on Family Law involving matters of divorce, child custody, child support, wills, and successions for the people of Southwest Louisiana that are in need of assistance.
Dustan is passionate about both areas of law because they both provide opportunities to genuinely help people in need. Dustan has been a lifelong public servant.
While at CPSO, Dustan obtained a Criminal Justice degree from McNeese State University and went on to graduate from the Mississippi College School of Law in Jackson, Miss. He received a Doctorate of Jurisprudence and a Civil Law Certificate. His career with the Calcasieu Parish District Attorney's Office began in June 2014 as an intern. Shortly after, Dustan was an investigator up until he was admitted to the Louisiana Bar in April 2015.
Dustan has been married for 22 years and has one son and two stepdaughters. He served on the USSSA Board for baseball from 2008-2011 and has been a member of the Knights of Columbus with Our Lady Queen of Heaven.
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334 Kirby Street, Lake Charles, LA, 70601
25 Client Reviews
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Posted by Mandy | August 01, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Family
Awesome!!!!!
If there would be a higher rating I would by far double it. Dustan has handled my case since 2016 and even now if i call they will help. He has done so mush for my kids and I. Also very fair in pricing and work with people in a troubling time. Would not go any where else. His staff is nice and always...
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 ...
Posted by anonymous | July 31, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Litigation
Better call Saul. Not Abshire!
I wouldn’t hire Dustin if no other was available. No only does he not do his job he is hired for, his assistants will talk to you with zero respect, like they hired you not the other way around. The absolute worst experience I have ever had with a team that is hired to look out for my best interest. ...
Posted by anonymous | November 30, 2020 | Family
Horrible
Exactly what other rating says he does not care . he acted as a pub defender and tuck tale and ran passing my file to real pub defenders off in a diff parish he hopefully has not ruined our lived be careful of him We hired lawyer who knows him says he dont work for pub def office Sounds like he do...
Posted by anonymous | November 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
MY HIGHEST RECOMMENDATIONS!!!
I am not able to express in words how GRATEFUL I am to and for Dustan Abshire and his team! From the first consultation he has gone above and beyond, the world needs more dedicated people like them. He is kind, caring and passionate about his work. His prices are very reasonable. For the effort and c...
"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."
"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."
"Dustan is a talented attorney, a zealous advocate, and a decent human. In my experience, this is a rare combination of traits."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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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Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
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
2015 - Present
Louisiana State Bar Association
2014
JD - Juris Doctor
2011
BS - Bachelor of Science
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