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Mary Katherine “Katie” Shoenfelt, a Baton Rouge native, is a divorce and family law attorney who focuses on complex and high-conflict cases involving custody, support, and community property. She also handles personal injury cases resulting from automobile accidents. As the founder of Shoenfelt Law Firm, LLC, she represents clients in East Baton Rouge Parish and surrounding parishes with a strategic, results-driven approach tailored to each case.
Katie regularly handles matters involving contested custody, intricate financial issues, and high-stakes community property partitions. She is known for her ability to analyze complex facts, identify key legal leverage points, and advocate effectively both in and out of the courtroom. Her practice is built on clear communication, thorough preparation, and a commitment to protecting her clients’ rights, financial interests, and families. Whether resolving disputes through negotiation or litigation, Katie provides focused, practical guidance to help clients move forward with confidence.
Katie is a recognized leader in Louisiana family law. She has handled numerous trials and successfully litigated matters before the Louisiana First and Fifth Circuit Courts of Appeal. She currently serves on the Louisiana State Bar Association’s Family Law Section Council and previously held leadership roles as Chair (2022–2024), Vice Chair (2019–2022), and Secretary (2017–2019). She also served on the Legislative Child Support Review Committee for the 2024 legislative session, where she helped develop proposed changes to Louisiana’s child support laws that were enacted by the legislature.
She earned her Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, with a minor in Communication Studies, from Louisiana State University in 2006, and her Juris Doctor from LSU Law Center in 2009, after which she was admitted to practice law in Louisiana. She developed a strong foundation in litigation while practicing alongside her father, Oscar Shoenfelt, III, a respected Baton Rouge trial attorney with more than 40 years of experience in medical malpractice and personal injury.
Her professional experience also includes practicing with Rowe Law Firm and Sternberg, Naccari & White, LLC, as well as serving as a managing partner at Carleton, Hebert & Shoenfelt, LLC and Carleton, Shoenfelt & Chapman, LLC.
You can call her office today and schedule a consultation if you are interested in representation. Scheduling is NOT through Avvo.
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State: Louisiana
Acquired: 2009
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Posted by Kori | February 08, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Great Attorney!
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I cannot recommend Mary Katherine Shoenfelt highly enough. From the very first consultation, she was professional, compassionate, and incredibly knowledgeable. She took the time to truly listen to my concerns and explained every step of the process in a clear, straightforward way, which immedi...
Posted by sam | May 26, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Family law
Katie shoenfelt was a beacon of hope at a time when things were limited and resolution seemed 50/50 not only did she defend me from multiple unjust accusations but she was determined and empathetic. when I felt lost she was able to pick up the pieces and gather all the information to make me win in ...
Posted by Tajha | December 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Great communication, Aggressive, Reassuring, Positive, Hard working
I contacted Katie, scheduled a consultation , explained my situation and she wrote down every detail. She gave me realistic expectations and quoted me on the cost. She warned me that this could be very costly but she worked with my situation. I was feeling so hopeless and lost before I spoke with her...
Posted by Karla | November 01, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Long Haul
I have used Katie for child custody and support issues for many years. Having been forced to go to court many times for these issues, every time she has been fully prepared. She has been very responsive and understanding of frustrations and setbacks over the years and has given very sound and hones...
Posted by anonymous | July 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Best Choice I EVER Made: Professional and Personal Care
Upon my consultation with Ms. Shoenfelt (Katie), I knew minutes into the meeting that I wanted her to be my attorney. At that time in this process, I knew my divorce would be difficult. She demonstrated absolute care and professionalism regarding my case, my concerns, and calmed my worries. Throughou...
"I highly recommend Katie for any family law matter you may have. I happily refer clients with complicated divorce issues, child custody and support, and other family law matters to her."
"Katie Shoenfelt is a dynamic advocate for her clients and offers a range of services whenever possible. She is confident and a skilled advocate for her clients. I am glad to refer cases to her knowing she will handle them with integrity and respect."
"I worked with Katie on a custody matter prior to actually working with her at the same firm. My experience in having her as opposing counsel was that she was very knowledgeable, and was very professional and courteous. Working with the same firm, I have seen first hand her dedication to her clients, and her genuine passion for what she does."
"I've known Katie for almost a decade. She has a true passion for helping her clients. What distinguishes Katie from other attorneys in her field is the tireless effort she devotes to her cases. Whether she's working late hours to research a novel legal issue or preparing for an important hearing, Katie will leave no stone unturned to help her clients. I wholeheartedly endorse her and recommend that anyone needing competent, tenacious counsel in a family law matter."
"Mary Katherine Shoenfelt is an energetic and diligent family lawyer. I have worked with her on many matters, and know her work is of very high quality, and she cares about every individual client. I endorse this lawyer."
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2024
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2024
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2024
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2023
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2023
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2022
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2022
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2021
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2019
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2019
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2008
Pre-trial Litigation Excellence, LSU Law School
2024 - Present
Owner/Attorney, Shoenfelt Law Firm, LLC
2023 - Present
Attorney, Sternberg, Naccari & White
2017 - 2023
Partner, Carleton Shoenfelt & Chapman, LLC
2013 - 2017
Attorney, Rowe Law Firm, LLC
2009 - 2013
Attorney, Shoenfelt Law Firm, LLC
2007 - 2009
Law Clerk, Shoenfelt Law Firm, LLC
2016 - Present
Family Law Section of the Louisiana State Bar AssociationCounsel Member
2010 - Present
Louisiana Association for JusticeMember
2009 - Present
Baton Rouge Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2022 - 2024
Louisiana State Bar Association, Family Law SectioPresident/Chair
2021 - 2022
Louisiana State Bar Association, Family Law SectionVice President
2019 - 2021
Louisiana State Bar Association, Family Law SectioSecretary
Favorable to Plaintiff Brecheen
2009
J.D.
2009
Graduate Degree in Civil Law
2006
BS - Bachelor of Science
2020
Solo and Small Firm Success
2013
English
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