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

Practice Areas

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 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

Avvo Review Score

4.2 /5.0

25 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Devan | August 03, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

The Best Lawyer & Team

Dustan and Ms.Tracy have shown me and my family nothing but LOVE! Dustan has been my attorney since 2018-NO EXPIRATION LOL and he fought for me like no other to prove my innocence! My case was fabricated and he did everything he could to help me. He’s well liked and highly intelligent just to mention.... Ms.Tracy answered all of my calls and even kept in touch with my family on my behalf. The entire office assisted me and I truly have no complaints. I’m forever grateful that I came in contact with him and his firm. Actually, I refer everyone to him for all legal matters. Also, first impressions speak volumes to me and Dustan treated me like a human, he showed empathy for me and my family. He heard my side of things and never judged me. I appreciate that and trust him and his advice on everything. I will never be able to pay him or Ms.Tracy back for their hard dedicated work so I’ll leave this review in hopes that whoever reads this can rest assured that they’ve reached a knowledgeable, dedicated, reasonably priced law firm. Dustan’s knowledge of the law along with his strong work ethic is truly unmatched! Schedule a consult with him TODAY and become a FOREVER client like ME! Thanks DUSTAN!!!! #TOPLAWYER #BESTOFFICESTAFF

Posted by Lydia | August 01, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Family

Grateful for his loyalty

February 1, 2019 was the worst day of my life. In a state of shock and panic, I hired the wrong attorney which ultimately put me in a greater state of fear, confusion and loss. I finally took someone’s advice and hired Dustan and felt some relief. Family court does NOT move at a fast pace. Especial...ly when you are being victimized, nor when Covid and hurricanes strike. Family court can be an extremely scary place where families are torn apart because of bitter parents. The system is broken, but trusting in your attorney is important. Dustan helped me, and still does, realize the process, and making baby steps to it takes to navigate the mess we call custody. I wouldn’t be able to get through it without Dustan and his wonderful team! It has been almost 4 years of this process, and we are so close to the end. But I wouldn’t be where I am without Dustan and the ladies in the office. They are absolutely caring, compassionate and trustworthy. When it comes to children and family, cost is off the table. I paid a high price to the WRONG attorney prior to Dustan… Please invest in him. It’s worth it.

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!!

Posted by Xavier Darbone | November 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Criminal defense

Dustan is very fair with his pricing. He handle with problems very fast and timely. Dustan new is law and gave me very good advise. I would very much use him again.

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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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