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Edward Alexander Laird
also known as Alex Laird
About Edward
Biography
My name is E Alexander Laird ("Alex") and I exclusively practice criminal defense in the Baton Rouge and surrounding areas. I know first hand the fear and anxiety one feels facing criminal charges. That is why I chose this profession.
I do everything in my power to help each and every one of my clients overcome their criminal issue and come out a better person afterwards.
I know how important it is for clients to have an attorney that truly cares about them, not only for the outcome of their case but also for their overall sense of well-being while the case is pending. I give all of my clients my personal cell phone number and make myself extremely accessible. No question or concern is too small to call or text about. My motto is that clients should be treated like friends and family, not just case files
It’s my promise to fight hard for each and every client to get the best outcome possible, using every tool at my disposal.
If you are reading this and you or a loved one are facing criminal charges, please don’t hesitate to give me a call for a free consultation, or visit my website and read more about me.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Louisiana for 5 years
State: Louisiana
Acquired: 2020
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2025
Location
E. Alexander Laird Affordable Criminal Defense
9422 Common St., Suite 1, Baton Rouge, LA, 70815
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Edward Alexander Laird's Reviews
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Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | General Knowledge
Posted by Tanitha | September 21, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
The best
Alex is amazing… When I first contacted Alex I was in shambles I was confused and scared. He advised on what steps I needed to take first to get more information about my case then he informed to call him back. I reached out about a month later he still remembered me and I was so happy to hear a fr...
Posted by anonymous | October 12, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Communicative and Very Attentive
Alex was by my side the entire journey. Living states away and having to go through something scary it was a huge relief to have such a knowledgeable and dependable attorney! I feel he went above and beyond showed so much attention, and glad with the outcome. Highly recommend!
Edward Alexander Laird's Lawyer Endorsements
"Alex has everything you want in a criminal defense lawyer. He has excellent communication skills when he's in court, talking with clients, and dealing with prosecutors. He's very sharp when it comes to legal strategy and applying the law to facts. And he really cares about his clients."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2025.
Interim suspension issued in LA, 2025
updated on 01/05/2026Interim suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice during a disciplinary investigation. The suspension typically expires when the investigation is resolved.
Honors
2019
Pro Bono Award, Tulane University School of Law
Work Experience
2020 - Present
Owner-Attorney, E. Alexander Laird: Affordable Criminal Defense
2019 - 2019
Law Clerk, East Baton Rouge Office Of Public Defender
2016 - 2016
Law Clerk, Alabama Attorney General's Office
Associations
2023 - Present
The National Trial LawyersTop 40 Under 40
2023 - Present
United States District Court for the Eastern District of LouisianaMember
2021 - Present
United States District Court for the Middle District of LouisianaMember
2020 - Present
Louisiana State Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. Lambert. 18th JDC. Point Coupee Parish
Reduced to misdemeanor
State v. Hill. 19th JDC. East Baton Rouge Parish
Dismissed
State v. Norwood. 21st JDC, Tangipahoa Parish
Charges dismissed
State v. Bergeron, 18th JDC, Iberville Parish
NOT GUILTY
State v. McMorris. 21st JDC. Livingston Parish
Drug Court
State v. Etheridge, 20th JDC. West Feliciana Parish
Pretrial Diversion
Education
2019
Tulane University Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers