Jarrett Philip Ambeau

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Jarrett Philip Ambeau

4.2
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 16 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Baton Rouge, LA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Violent Crime ... +4 more

4970 Bluebonnet Blvd, Suite C, Baton Rouge, LA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Jarrett

Biography

Experienced Felony Criminal Defense and Forensic DNA Litigation Trial Attorney.

Experienced Felony Criminal Defense, we will take your case to trial and fight for your rights.

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 90%

Serious Felony Criminal Defense. Expert in Forensic DNA Interpretation.

17 years | 1,000 cases

90%
Federal Crime 5%

Criminal defense of federal crimes charged. Expert in Forensic DNA Interpretation.

5%
DUI and DWI 1%

DWI and DUI criminal defense requires experience, we have that skill and knowledge to get you through this difficult time.

1%
Juvenile Law 1%

We represent non-adult clients in Louisiana juvenile courts.

1%
Sex Crime 1%

Forensic science is the underpinning of almost all of these cases. Expert in Forensic DNA Interpretation.

1%
Violent Crime 1%

Criminal defense of murder is very difficult and requires a wide range of skills - we can win this fight. Expert in Forensic DNA Interpretation.

1%
White Collar Crime 1%

Defense of complex white collar crime in Federal and State Court.

1%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 400-500 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2016

Licenses

Licensed in Louisiana for 16 years

State: Louisiana

Acquired: 2009

Eligible to Practice Law

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2014

Location

The Ambeau Law Firm

4970 Bluebonnet Blvd, Suite C, Baton Rouge, LA, 70809

ambeaulaw.com/

Online Presence

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Jarrett Philip Ambeau's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.2 /5.0

20 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | 1 star

Posted by anonymous | October 28, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Bad legsl advice

I am posting this anonymously as I was initially told that the outcome of my case would be favorable to me. Without going into detail, I don't think this firm cares about anything other than money and how a legsl matter may impact the lives of their client.

Posted by anonymous | January 10, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Swapping out, Sell out

Jarrett has taken on to many hight profile cases and isn't properly staffed. His performance isn't what it used to be in the courtroom. Have you ever heard of the term swapping out ? Well this is what Jared has started doing. Letting the DA do whatever they want in the courtroom and not objecting. Th...en for his next client the DA will take it easy on them. This is a known fact that this goes on in the courtroom. Jarrett will probably be running for DA in a few years.

Jarrett Ambeau

Replied last April 18, 2022

This is anonymous for a reason. It's complete nonsense. At no time in my career, not one single time, have I "sold out" any client. Ever. Period. I've committed my life to service of my clients and will do whatever it takes, within the law, to get justice.

Posted by anonymous | May 31, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Paid in Full- for lies and broken promises

Mr Ambeau gave me a set price (which was paid up front) but advised (after several months) that he wanted to go to trial with my husband's case and this would be an additional 10k (which was also paid). He instructed me that if he did not go to trial, he would refund the money back. My husb...and did not go to trial and he refused to refund us the additional 10k that was paid. We paid for a couple "specialists" and was told that was included in the amount paid. He told me he used these specialists, but I have yet to see any documentation from one of "specialist". I asked for an itemized bill so I could see where the money was spent, nothing justifies the amount of money we paid this man. This was a living nightmare for my family. Mr Ambeau lied to me and my spouse (I had proof of this) but he did not budge. He lied to my husband and myself throughout the entire process. I would not recommend him to anyone for legal services. If you are looking for someone to work for you, be upfront and honest and justify the amount they have charged you, he is NOT THE ONE!!

Jarrett Ambeau

Replied last May 31, 2017

I am sorry that you feel as though we did not take care of you here at The Ambeau Law Firm; your feeling that we did not take care of you is not what we desire and indicates a certain kind of failure on our part, if only insofar as you walking away feeling like you were treated with anything other than the utmost respect and understanding. As this is an anonymous post, I am in a difficult position to address your assertions specifically without knowing who you are. None of the facts above match any case I have had in my office since opening 8 years ago. Obviously I could not actually treat anyone this way, keeping money that was not earned, and still be practicing law. If I can address any factual concerns I can be reached at my office at any time. In the end, I hope everything worked out for you and I wish you the best going forward.

Posted by anonymous | March 25, 2015 | Probate

DEVISTATED!!

ABSOLUTLY THE WORST MISTAKE I HAVE EVER MADE IN MY LIFE WAS HIRING HIM !!!!!!!! HIRED HIM 1 YEAR AND 8 MONTHS AGO $ 10,000.00 LATER NOTHING DONE. HE FILED MY SUCCESSION AFTER GIVING HIM $10,000.00 WITH A NSF CHECK THAT HE ALLOWED TO SIT AT THE CLERK OF COURTS FOR 5 MONTHS, I WENT THERE AND FOUND IT... AND LET HIM KNOW, HE WAS NOT CONCERNED AT ALL

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Jarrett Philip Ambeau's Lawyer Endorsements

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Robert Keefer

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"To properly represent people charged with these offenses, an attorney has to know both the law and the science. Jarrett knows the law and he knows the science. Jarrett recently attending the 17th Annual Mastering Scientific Evidence multi-day seminar. I give Jarrett my highest endorsement as a DWI/DUI lawyer in the area where he practices."

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Dorothy Butler

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jarrett is an extremely hard working and diligent attorney. I would recommend him to my closest friends and family."

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Brant Mayer

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Jarrett. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Donald Ramsell

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"As a Regent of the National College for DUI Defense I endorse this lawyer if you have been arrested for DUI DWI in Baton Rouge."

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Benjamin LaBranche

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Franz Borghardt

Personal injury lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Leonard Harden

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jarrett Ambeau takes the time and effort to learn the science then has the common sense to know how to apply it to win cases. He is a bright, articulate and skilled lawyer. I endorse Jarett without hesitation."

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Thomas Thomassie

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jarrett is one of the most dedicated attorneys I know. His enthusiasm for the practice of law translates to zealous representation for his clients and I wholeheartedly endorse him to anyone in need of a criminal defense attorney."

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Isaac Khalid

General practice lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Ambeau has a passion for the law that outshines almost any attorney I have ever been in contact with. He also has a strong respect for individual rights and a fierce desire for justice that cannot be taught in any school. As a friend of over 10 years, I can also attest to Jarrett's moral stability, character, and respect for others. Both professionally and personally, he truly represents everything an attorney should be."

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Leonard Harden

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2014.

Suspension Deferred With Probation issued in LA, 2014

updated on 06/18/2021

Suspension deferred means the attorney has been suspended, but that the suspension is placed on hold (and ultimately removed) if the attorney complies with certain requirements.

Honors

2021

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2004

U.S. Army Commendation Medal, U.S. Army, Trial Defense Service

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Owner, The Ambeau Law Firm, LLC

2009 - Present

Public Defender, part-time, Indigent Defense Board, 23rd JDC

2008 - 2010

Attorney, Dugas, LeBlanc &Mire

2001 - 2016

Enlisted Paralegal, United States Army, 22nd LSO, Trial Defense Service

Associations

2010 - Present

Louisiana State Bar Association, Criminal Justice Committee

Member

2012 - 2013

Louisiana State Bar Association, Code of Criminal Procedure Revision Committee

Special Advisor

2009 - 2010

Louisiana State Bar Association, Right to Counsel Committee

Member

2009 - 2009

American Bar Association, Criminal Procedure and Evidence Committee

Special Advisor

2008 - 2012

Wex Malone Inn of Courts

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Dyer, Tangepahoa Parish, 21st JDC

DWI 1st - Dropped to Reckless Driving

State v. Hood, Ascension Parish, 23rd JDC

Jury Trial - NOT GUILTY

State v. Brooks, East Baton Rouge Parish, City Court

Plead to attempt with community service only.

State v. Kennedy, Livingston Parish, 21st JDC

Revocation dismissed, Probation Terminated, client released.

State v. Alsay, Ascension Parish, 19th JDC

Jury Trial - NOT GUILTY

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Education

2020

University of Florida

MA - Masters Forensic DNA and Serology

2016

National Forensic College

Cardozo School of Law

2008

Louisiana State University, Paul M. Hebert Law Center

J.D., BA - Civil Laws

Speaking Engagements

2017

LACDL Forensic CLE

Chairperson - Forensic Science

2017

LACDL Forensic CLE

DNA Litigation

2014

DUI Seminar, Continuing Legal Education

Forensic Science

2014

23rd Judicial District Indigent Defense Baord

Voir Dire

2011

Continuing Education for the Public Defender's Office of the 23rd JDC

Voir Dire

Languages

English

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