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James E. Sudduth, III is the founder and driving force behind Sudduth and Associates. As a Lake Charles native he witnessed the lack of growth and direction present in his beloved city and decided to become the force of change the city needed. James knew that to accomplish this goal he would have to temporarily relocate to Baton Rouge. After law school, James returned home to serve as an Assistant District Attorney in the Calcasieu Parish District Attorney’s office, and during his tenure he was promoted to Misdemeanor Section Chief. When offered a second promotion, to the Felony Division, James declined stating that he was being called to serve the public in a different arena.
"At the end of the end of the day it isn't about the amount of money you bring home or the prestige attached to your name; rather it is the satisfaction of a job well done and knowing that despite your limited resources you have accomplished the near impossible. It is about making a difference in people's lives and having the desire to serve them when no one else will. This is what it means to be a true servant to the public."
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Acquired: 2013
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1109 Pithon Street, Lake Charles, LA, 70601
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Posted by Brent | September 22, 2016 | Criminal Defense
High caliber professional
I have worked with James on a multitude of cases as an adversary when he was a prosecutor. James was alway professional and considered all of the facts when working towards resolution of matters. He exercised great wisdom in the execution of his job a prosecutor. As a private attorney, I have ...
Posted by Chris | September 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
HIGHEST RECOMMEDATION
Having led a Billion Dollar Project, retiring from the Military and retiring as a Sr. Federal Government Employee, you might say “I have high standards for selecting an Attorney”. I approached James with my EEOC case that was complicated with both Retaliation and Discrimination. EEOC cases are time...
Posted by Rodney | September 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Business
Trustworthy and reliable
He helped us with our legal needs, e.g. Representation, legal advise both in business and personal. He takes time to explain things, and I feel at ease that I am doing the right thing based on his advise. I consider him as my personal lawyer and a friend. I highly recommend him to anybody who needs l...
Posted by Charles McLemore | January 25, 2016 | Limited Liability Company (LLC)
Professional, knowledgeable
I consulted Mr. Sudduth about creating an operating agreement and independent contractor contract as part of an existing LLC. He was "Johnny on the spot" as he responded to my questions and made recommendations and suggestions. He was easy to reach and communicate with. He finalized my project in...
Posted by anonymous | January 14, 2016 | Employment & Labor
Professional, knowledgable, and compassionate
James was crucial in the process of navigating my way through a difficult time at my job. I consulted him on a number of occasions about how to properly (and legally) handle my problem with the office administration and human resource professionals. Throughout the entire ordeal, James could not have ...
"James is an excellent attorney who represents his clients with thoroughness, diligence and advocates their case to the best of his ability: a formidable opponent. I am comfortable recommending James to anyone needing a highly skilled attorney."
"I had the distinct pleasure of dealing with Mr. Sudduth on several employment and personal injuries cases. He is an outstanding and passionate lawyer who never gives up fighting for his clients. I can personally attest to Mr. Sudduth's resilience and dedication. The phrase "cut and run" is something he clearly has never heard before. When the odds are stacked against him, he simply digs in and fights that much harder for his client until he obtains the results they deserve. I have in the past and will continue to recommend Mr. Sudduth given these attributes."
"James takes a practical approach when discussing his clients' cases. He is well versed in his particular client's situation and offers a fair and intelligent resolution. I have never had a case with James where I doubted his word--this goes a long way in my book."
"I fully endorse James Sudduth. James is dedicated, diligent, compassionate, and very knowledgeable. James fully understands criminal law because he has been on both sides of the law. As a prosecutor, James was successful in protecting the public. James uses his experience gained as a prosecutor to defend his clients and fully protect their interests. James' work-ethic is second to none."
"I had the pleasure of working with James both at the DA's Office as well as opposing counsel in criminal defense. He works tirelessly for his clients and is dedicated and very knowledgeable in the area of criminal defense. I highly recommend him."
"James is one of the hardest working attorneys I know, and is dedicated to achieving the best results for all of his clients. His knowledge of the law and the criminal justice system is exceeded only by his work ethic."
"I had the pleasure of working with James at the District Attorney's Office. James is one of the most dedicated attorneys to our profession. He truly cares about the people he represents and is a seeker of justice. Any client would be in great hands with James representing their legal matters"
"Very professional, honest, and caring. Will fight for his clients when others will not. If more lawyers were like James, the world would be a better place."
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Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates
2017
Top 10 Under 40, National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys
2016
Top 10 Under 40, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2012
Ira S. Flory Trial Advocacy Competition - 1st Place, Paul M. Hebert Law Center at Louisiana State University
2015 - Present
Managing Partner, Sudduth & Associates, LLC
2014 - Present
Adjunct Professor, Mcneese State University
2014 - 2015
Misdemeanor Section Chief, Calcasieu Parish District Attorney's Office
2013 - 2014
Assistant District Attorney, Calcasieu Parish District Attorney's Office
2012 - 2012
Clerk, 14th Judicial District Court
2012 - 2013
Law Clerk, Western District of Louisiana
2011 - 2011
Clerk, 14th Judicial District Court
2016 - Present
Sowela Foundation BoardBoard Member
2016 - Present
Planning & Zoning Commission for the City of Lake CharlesAlternate Member
2014 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
2014 - Present
Southwest Louisiana Law CenterBoard Member
2013 - Present
Southwest Louisiana Bar Association, Young Lawyers SectionMember
2013 - Present
Southwest Louisiana Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
St. Thomas More SocietyMember
2011 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Louisiana State Bar AssociationMember
In Progress (Motion to Dismiss - Denied)
2013
JD - Juris Doctor
2010
BS - Bachelor of Science
2016
How To Start a Solo Practice
2016
DWI - 894
2014
Search and Seizure Law
2018
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