Louisiana criminal defense trial lawyer
Practice areas
6513 Perkins Rd
Baton Rouge, LA, 70808
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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LA | Eligible to Practice Law | 2006 | 04/13/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2015 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2014 |
Blackstone 10:1 Award | LACDL | 2011 |
Camille F. Gravel, Jr. LACDL Scholarship. | LACDL | 2010 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Associate Attorney | Law Office of Steven J. Moore | 2012 - Present |
Trial Attorney | East Baton Rouge Office of Public Defender | 2009 - Present |
Adjunct Instructor | Baton Rouge Community College | 2008 - Present |
Attorney | Louisiana Middle District Federal Court CJA Training Panel | 2008 - Present |
Felony Assistant District Attorney | East Baton Rouge District Attorney's Office | 2012 - 2012 |
Owner | Franz N. Borghardt, Attorney at Law, LLC | 2012 - 2012 |
Law Clerk for the Honorable Judge Tony Marabella | 19th Judicial District Court | 2008 - 2009 |
Law Clerk | Louisiana Secretary of State | 2006 - 2006 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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YMCA | Board Member | 2016 - Present |
East Baton Rouge Alcohol Beverage Control Board | Board Member | 2015 - Present |
National College of DUI Defense | Member | 2011 - Present |
Trial Lawyers College | Graduate of Death Penalty Seminar | 2011 - Present |
Louisiana Criminal Defense College | 2011 - Present |
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2011 - Present |
Trial Lawyers College | Graduate | 2010 - Present |
Trial Lawyers College | Alumni and member of Louisiana regional group | 2010 - Present |
National Criminal Defense College | Graduate | 2010 - Present |
Louisiana Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys | District Director | 2010 - Present |
Paul M. Hebert LSU Law Center | Flory Trial Judge | 2008 - Present |
US Fifth Circuit Court of Appeal | Member of the Bar | 2006 - Present |
Louisiana Federal Eastern District | Member of the Bar | 2006 - Present |
Louisiana Middle District Federal Court | Member of the Bar | 2006 - Present |
• Wex Malone American Inns of Court | Member | 2005 - Present |
Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society | Member | 2001 - Present |
Louisiana Public Defender Board | Board Member | 2015 - 2016 |
Louisiana Legislature Law Enforcement Task Force on Body Cameras | Chairman | 2015 - 2017 |
Paul M. Hebert LSU Law Center | Moot Court Instructor | 2010 - 2010 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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"Around the Bar" BRBA Magazine | Riley v. California: The Cost of Privacy: Warrantless Searches of Cellphones Subsequent to Lawful Arrests | 2014 |
"Around the Bar" BRBA Magazine | Post-trial Prospective of a Jury Foreperson | 2014 |
Around the Bar, Baton Rouge Bar Association Magazine | Social network information sharing of viral media and its effect on jury selection | 2011 |
Baton Rouge Business Report | "Order in the Court" by Penny Font | 2011 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Louisiana State University, Paul M. Hebert Law Center | J.D. | 2006 |
Louisiana State University, Paul M. Hebert Law Center | Bachelor of Civil Law | 2006 |
Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2002 |
Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2001 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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LACDL Nuts and Bolts CLE | Negotiations, Sentencing, and Collateral Consequences | 2017 |
LACDL Law and All That Jazz Seminar | Defending Confession Cases | 2017 |
LACDL Forensic Seminar | Voir Dire on Expert Witnesses in Criminal Law Cases | 2017 |
LACDL Criminal Litigation Seminar | Defending Confession Cases | 2017 |
2017 BRBA Bar Association | “Civil Rights 1983 Actions: When Criminal and Civil Issues Collide” | 2017 |
LACDL Sex Offense Seminar | Voir Dire in Sex Offense Cases | 2016 |
LACDL Law and All That Jazz CLE | The Art of Criminal Defense Warfare | 2016 |
LACDL Last Chance Seminar 2016 | Voir Dire in Criminal Cases | 2016 |
LACDL HOMICIDE CLE | Voir Dire in Homicide Cases | 2016 |
LACDL DWI CLE | Voir Dire in Felony DWI and Vehicular Homicide Cases | 2016 |
East Baton Rouge District Attorney Professional Day | Ethics | 2016 |
BRBA CLE By The Hour | Hacking The Law: Cybersecurity in the Legal Profession | 2016 |
Wex S. Malone American Inn of Court Meeting | Collateral Concerns: Criminal and Civil Issues | 2015 |
LACDL Sex Offense Seminar | Theory and Theme Development in Contact and Non-Contact Sex Offense Cases | 2015 |
LACDL DWI CLE | Creative Ways to Combat DWI Cases | 2015 |
How to Persuade Judges and Juries | Legal Ethics: Guidelines for Investigating and Communication with Jurors | 2015 |
How to Persuade Judges and Juries | Jury Selection/ Voir Dire: Building a Favorable Jury Composition | 2015 |
Baton Rouge Police DWI Task force Seminar | DWI Cases: Police Action and Courtroom Performance | 2015 |
Baton Rouge Bar Association Last Chance CLE | Collateral Damage: When Civil and Criminal Law Issues Develop and Overlap in Cases* | 2015 |
Domestic Violence CLE | Domestic Abuse Violence and Firearm Rights | 2014 |
BRBA Last Chance CLE | Jury Selection: Challenges for Cause and Hidden Bias | 2014 |
Baton Rouge Bar Association Bench Bar CLE | DWI/DUI Standard Field Sobriety Test and Wet Lab Panel | 2014 |
CLE By the Hour | Voir Dire | 2013 |
CLE By the Hour | DWI Checkpoints | 2013 |
2013 Bench Bar | DWI Checkpoints | 2013 |
Voir Dire Seminar | Jury Selection: "Rules of the Road" | 2011 |
Baton Rouge Bar Association CLE | Voir Dire on the Unspeakable: Complex topics during jury selection | 2011 |
LSU Political Science Lecture | Criminal Defense Lawyering | 2010 |
Case name | Outcome |
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State v. Donte Collins | Amended lesser charge |
State v. Rodney Cole | Plea to amended lesser charge |
State v. Linda Jones | Pled to responsive charge of Manslaughter |
State v. Landry Ricks | Pled to reduced charges and dismissal of attempted agg. rape |
State of Louisiana v. Alvin King | Dismissed |
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Perry Hicks, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 1, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Excellent attorney who fights hard for his clients.
Patrick Mclain, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 5, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Franz Borghardt is a leader in the criminal defense community in Louisiana. He is known as a trial lawyer who gets good results for his clients. I have worked with Franz at the Trial Lawyers College and seen his passion and abilities as an advocate for his clients. Franz fights and wins his cases because he works smarter and harder than his opponents. You would do well in hiring Franz if you are accused of a crime in Louisiana. Semper Fi, Patrick J McLain
Andrew Delaney, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 5, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Franz knows his stuff. If you've been accused of a crime, you should hire him.
Joshua Schiffer, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 2, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I am a huge fan of Franz and the work he performs. Having known and worked with him for several years now, Franz is the next generation of national leaders in Criminal Defense. He is dedicated, genuine and compassionate. Never afraid to speak "truth to power," Franz is at the top of my Louisiana list. A fantastic lawyer and advocate.
William Luse, Criminal defense Attorney on May 26, 2016
Relationship: Friend
I endorse this lawyer. Franz is a top self litigator and a great lawyer. I would highly recomend him to any friend or family member who was charged with a crime.
Scott Ogden, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 21, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Franz is the guy you want in your corner. He's very well connected and incredibly savvy. He taught me as a law student. I'm a lawyer now and I still go to him when I need legal advice.
Kelly Carmena, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 9, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I have known Franz for many years, and was fortunate to have him as a mentor when I began practicing as a criminal defense attorney in 2009. His attention to detail in each and every case he handles is impeccable, and his enthusiasm is one that cannot be beat. If you are looking for someone to advocate for you or your family member, Franz is definitely the guy to trust.
Beau Brock, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 23, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Franz is a great attorney who cares about his clients and our profession! He is a passionate advocate for his clients and has had remarkable success due to his outstanding skill and preparation.
Philip House, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 16, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Mr. Borghardt for many years and find him to be a first class advocate for his clients.
John Harris, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 7, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I have had the opportunity to work with Franz several times and have found him to be professional, efficient, and extremely knowledgeable in his practice areas. I would highly recommend him to any individual who needed his services.
Michael Waddington, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 2, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Franz. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.
André Bélanger, Criminal defense Attorney on May 11, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Franz is a scholar of the law with a passion for trial work. That is a very rare combination but is the secret ingredient for the quality of his practice. If you want someone who will truly fight for you in court then you will do yourself a service by considering Franz for your attorney.
Michael Fiser, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 16, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
Gilbert Nason, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 31, 2013
Relationship: Friend
I endorse this lawyer, he will fight for you.
Keeley Blanchard, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 5, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Franz Borghardt is an incredibly talented and experienced criminal defense attorney who cares a great deal about his clients. He is a graduate of the Trial Lawyers College, and has remarkable skill both in and out of the courtroom. If you are in need of representation in Louisiana, Franz Borghardt is the attorney to represent you!
Bryan Jeansonne, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 14, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Franz is a knowledgeable and experienced criminal defense attorney. His skills and talents in the courtroom have been refined and honed through numerous jury trials.
Kelly Patrick, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 15, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
When I decided to start my own practice, Franz was the first person I contacted for advice. He has been extremely helpful in showing me how to get started. Whether it's through asking him for help or observing him in his own practice, it can easily be seen that Franz has a deep knowledge of and passion for the profession. From my perspective, he's a great mentor for young attorneys and a strong advocate for his clients. When I come across a matter I am unable to take on, Franz is the first person I would recommend.
Kennet Phillipson, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 13, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Franz is a caring and compassionate attorney. But more importantly, he is one heck of a trial lawyer. If you want someone to go to battle for you, Franz is your soldier. I highly recommend him.
Monique Sparks, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 8, 2011
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I had the opportunity to work up a case with Franz at the trial lawyer’s college. Franz is extremely dedicated to the profession. He has gone through great lengths to receive extensive training in the area of trial. He is a tenacious lawyer, who fights for his client's whole heartedly. He is honest, trustworthy and will not treat you just like another client, more like a friend going through a difficult time. I am a lawyer in Texas, but if any of my client's ever get in any trouble in Louisiana, I know they will be in good hands with Franz!!
Aida Spahic, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 8, 2011
Relationship: Friend
I endorse this lawyer. Franz and I attended the Trial Lawyers College together. I have gotten to know him very well and am amazed by his trial skills. I have learned a great deal from him. I look up to him and would recommend him to anyone that needs a criminal defense attorney in the Louisiana area.
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