Free Consultation
$0 first 30 minutes
also known as Sam Ducote, Samuel Ducote
Hard-working, honest, and passionate legal advocate. A highly motivated and ethical professional who strives to deliver the best legal representation for every client, every day.
3
Practice Areas
3 years | 112 cases
3 years | 62 cases
3 years | 24 cases
Free Consultation
$0 first 30 minutes
$ 250-300 per hour
25%-35%
Always
Quickly connect with top attorneys through our legal directory to get help with your legal issue.
Chat with a live agent who can match you with the right attorney for your legal needs.
Chat withState: Louisiana
Acquired: 2022
No misconduct found
3615 Kirkman Street, Lake Charles, LA, 70607
Showing 1 - 5 of 7 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Jared | October 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Samuel is an exceptionally hardworking attorney who is dedicated to his clients and their cases. Samuel’s work ethic is top tier. He will put in countless hours of his time to ensure he knows exactly what is going on regarding your particular case. I highly recommend Samuel for your litigation needs!...
Posted by Chase | October 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I can’t say enough great things about Samuel Ducote and his team. Samuel is not only an incredibly smart and thorough attorney, but also a genuinely kind and caring person. He went above and beyond for me during one of the toughest times in my life — fighting for me not just as a client, but as a fri...
Posted by Darren | April 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I am extremely impressed with Samuel's legal expertise. He possesses a remarkably sharp legal mind and has been managing several of my legal matters with great skill. I have complete confidence in his ability to litigate effectively and resolve these issues on my behalf. I'm truly grateful to have fo...
Posted by Denise | March 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Having family problems with sister stealing elderly mothers money while mother still alive. It is sad that a family member would do such a thing especially when there was just the two of us. We are still in the courts. Attorney Sam Ducote has been handling my case for 2 yrs now. There has been a few...
Posted by Randy | May 5, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Sam represented our family with outstanding professionalism. His communication skills are excellent and kept us informed throughout this time. He was very prepared and thorough at trial. He will fight for you, and without hesitation, I recommend Sam to my closest friends and family.
"Samuel is an incredibly responsive, personable, and hardworking attorney. If you are looking for someone to fight for your interests, hire Samuel."
Insurance lawyer
Estate planning lawyer
Litigation lawyer
Litigation lawyer
2024
Board Member, Young Lawyers Section (Elected; 2025–2027 term), Southwest Louisiana Bar Association
2025 - Present
Managing Attorney, Ducote Law Firm, LLC
2023 - 2023
Staff Attorney, Louisiana Court of Appeal, Third Circuit
2023 - 2025
Trial Attorney, O'Dowd Law Firm, LLC
2022 - 2023
Associate Attorney, Scofield, Gerard, Pohorelsky, Gallaugher & Landry, LLC
2021 - 2021
Summer Associate (2L), Stockwell, Sievert, Viccellio, Clements & Shaddock, L.L.P.
2021 - 2021
Summer Associate (2L), Keogh, Cox & Wilson, Ltd.
2020 - 2020
Summer Associate (1L), Stockwell, Sievert, Viccellio, Clements & Shaddock, L.L.P.
2020 - 2021
Academic Tutor & Research Assistant for Prof. Lecia Vicente, Paul M. Hebert Law Center, Louisiana State University
2016 - 2017
Deputy Clerk of Court, Calcasieu Parish Clerk of Court (14th JDC)
2022 - Present
Southwest Louisiana Bar AssociationMember
2022 - Present
Louisiana State Bar AssociationMember
2022 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
Affirmed
Write Granted
2022
JD - Juris Doctor
2022
D.C.L.
2022
Graduate Certificate - Energy Law & Policy
2018
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Legal Answers
I was in an accident and it wasn't my fault will their insurance company be liable to pay if I don't have commercial insurance?
08 Jan 2025
Is the house considered community property ?
26 Dec 2024
Does a Judgement of Possession close the succession process or must the executor be discharged by an order from the court?
23 Jul 2024