Philip Jason House

Philip Jason House

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 22 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Baton Rouge, LA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Sex Crime, Personal Injury, DUI & DWI

318 Saint Charles St., Baton Rouge, LA

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Louisiana for 22 years

State: Louisiana

Acquired: 2004

Eligible to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Balfour & Emonet

318 Saint Charles St., Baton Rouge, LA, 70802

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Philip Jason House's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

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Posted by Thomas LaBorde | November 08, 2021 | Hired Attorney

(AA) - AMAZING ATTORNEY

Mr. Philip House was extremely helpful and effective with everything he did from start to finish. Highly recommend this attorney and law firm.... thanks again Mr. Philip it was an absolute true blessing!!

Posted by anonymous | September 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Helpful Counsel Throughout and Afterwards

Mr House’s considerate, professional counsel proved to separate him from his peers. I felt fortunate to have his experience in the courtroom, but keeping my case out of court is where Mr House truly excelled. Mr House thoroughly explained the legal process to me and kept me informed throughout. Most ...importantly, Mr House stayed in close contact with me even months after the state dismissed the charges—to assist with my expungement.

Posted by Ronald | April 05, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

The lawyer that you need to hire for your next case!!

Philip House will always have nothing but your best interest for your case. He was very nice, caring, and respectful towards me during my case. He works hard to make sure you get the most out of your case no matter what the case may be based on. All I know is that I’m very grateful for all the work t...hat he did for me. At the end of my case, I got the results that we discussed. Thank you so much Philip for all that you did .

Posted by anonymous | February 05, 2019 | Hired Attorney

My “go to”

Philip, is the attorney I turn to first for any legal issue that I encounter. He has an incredibly wide breadth of experience. I have recommended him to friends and family and will continue to do so.

Posted by anonymous | January 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best decision ever

Mr. House represented me on some criminal matters. I cannot day enough about the help he provided me and without his assistance, I probably would have ended up in jail. He got to work Right away and kept me informed during my case. He also returned all my calls or emailed me back on the same day. He... was patient and explained everything to me in a way that I could understand. If you have serious problems, you need someone that is knowledgeable like Mr. House for representing. I highly recommend him for all your legal needs.

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Philip Jason House's Lawyer Endorsements

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James Manasseh

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Philip has worked for my law firm for the past 5 years. He is extremely effective in court. Before becoming a private attorney he work as a prosecutor and gained great respect from the opposition. He can handle complex legal issue and is able to strategize how to reach a successful outcome for his clients. He is honest and straight forward with his clients. He is fearless in court and able and willing to fight for his clients."

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Mark Rogers

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. House and I worked on opposing sides in a couple of criminal matters back in 2005-06, when I was a law clerk. Philip is hardworking, patient, level-headed and has an eye for detail for trial. Always prepared, and very effective."

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Beau Brock

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Phil Is a hard nosed litigator who likes to try cases and is very comfortable in front of a jury. His vast and diverse experience as a former local prosecutor, former Assistant Attorney General and in working for the Secretary of State gives clients a sound foundation of legal knowledge. He has represented clients all over the state of Louisiana on complex murder charges to DWI and is always there when you need him. A dynamic presence in the courtroom or at the negotiations table, Phil will be there for you when you need him the most!"

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Franz Borghardt

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2017

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2016

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2014

Top 10 Under 40, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Partner, Balfour & Emonet

2010 - 2018

Attorney, Manasseh, Gill, Knipe, & Belanger

2008 - 2010

Attorney, East Baton Rouge District Attorney's Office

2007 - 2008

Special Prosecutor, New Orleans District Atorney's Office

2006 - 2008

Assistant Attorney General, Louisiana Attorney General's Office

2003 - 2006

Assistant District Attorney, Caddo Parish District Attoreny's Office

Associations

2018 - Present

Louisiana State Bar Association Criminal Justice Committee

Member

2017 - Present

Louisiana State Law Institute

Member

2015 - Present

Wex S. Malone American Inn of Court

2015 - Present

East Baton Rouge Alcohol Control Board

Board Member

2010 - Present

Louisiana Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2008 - Present

Baton Rouge Bar Association

2004 - 2010

Louisiana District Attorney Association

Education

2003

Louisiana State University

JD - Juris Doctor

2000

University of Texas

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Rules of Evidence

Sex Crime Evidence Issues

2014

Voire Dire & Jury Selection

Jury Selection Strategy

2012

NBI CLE

Legal Professionalism

Languages

English

Activity

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