Licensed for 33 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Ruston, LA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Elder Law, Estate Planning ... +2 more

About Addison

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 30%

34 years

30%

Elder Law 30%

Planning and litigation focused on guiding elderly clients and their families regarding various issues concerning financial wellbeing, long term care, and other end of life decisions and planning.

18 years

30%

Estate Planning 20%

Assistance of those wanting to maximize their estates for their and their family's future well-being.

18 years

20%

Personal Injury 15%

This area of law includes representation of victims of another's fault in civil or "tort" cases. The victims have suffered serious injuries such as brain injuries, wrongful death, paralysis, back injuries, neck injuries, whiplash, amputations, and broken bones.

33 years

15%

Defective and Dangerous Products 5%

Complex litigation representing victims of dangerous and defective equipment and products, including guns, ammunition, and workplace equipment. This area of law is a very technical and hard-fought. The manufacturers of the products are well-financed and defended by top lawyers from large firms throughout the country, making this a difficult area of law within which to practice.

33 years

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Licenses

Licensed in Louisiana for 33 years

State: Louisiana

Acquired: 1992

Eligible to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Licensed in Texas for 27 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1998

Inactive

No misconduct found

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Location

Goff & Goff Attorneys

P.O. Box 2050, 612 North Vienna Street, Ruston, LA, 71273

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Addison Kennon Goff IV's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Recommendation

Posted by anonymous | February 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Pure perfection!!

Mr Goff handled my case with absolute professionalism and care!! Couldn't ask for a better attorney!! Would absolutely recommend Mr Goff and his team to anyone!! They care about you and when they say don't worry about this anymore that's my job they mean it!! I personally would use Mr Goff and his ...team again without hesitation if I needed to!! Thank you again!! You guys are awesome!!

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Posted by Colton | October 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent Attorney

Mr. Goff handled my case personally, the diligence and expertise he provided excelled above and beyond my expectations. He took time to address any issues or concerns I had, provided guidance, and made sure I was informed of everything taking place throughout the suit. I'm highly pleased with the ser...vices Mr. Goff provided and would not hesitate to use him in the future.

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Posted by Randy | September 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Testimonial

My case has been ongoing for the past 4 years with no results, until I decided on Goff & Goff Law Firm. My prayers were answered, and you accomplished in 1 year what others could not succeed in doing. I am so very grateful you accepted my case. I would like to take the opportunity to express my ...gratitude and thanks for representing me this year. Your hard work and dedication has really helped me throughout this ordeal and received the results that I knew could be done. If you need results call Goff & Goff

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Posted by Viveca | May 15, 2012 | Personal Injury

Great person

I came to Goff and Goff clueless after a car accident. He and his wife were so nice and explained everything so thoroughly. He got me into the doctor the very same day which was great because I actually had a sprain that I did not know about. Add Goff is a great person and lawyer

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Experience

Rating: 10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2001

Presidents Award, Louisiana Association Criminal Defense Lawyers

1999

Presidents Award, Louisiana Association Criminal Defense Lawyers

N/A

Eagle Scout, Boy Scouts of America

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Work Experience

1993 - Present

Partner, Goff and Goff Attorneys

1992 - 1993

Law Clerk, Louisiana Supreme Court, Justice James L. Dennis

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Associations

2010 - Present

Louisiana Public Defender Board

Board Member

2001 - Present

American Association for Justice

Chairman, Firearms & Ammunition Litigation Group

Louisiana Trial Lawyers Association

Board of Governors

Louisiana Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

President

Ruston Jaycees

President

2004 - 2008

Louisiana Med-Camps

Board Member

2002 - 2009

Louisiana Attorney Disciplinary Board

Hearing Committee Chairman

1999 - 2004

Christian Community Action

President

1998 - 2006

Louisiana Indigent Defense Assistance Board

Board Member

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Sample of Legal Cases

Junkins v. Modern Muzzleloading,

$2,120,000 jury verdict upheld on appeal

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Education

2005

Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College

College Graduate Program

2004

Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College

College

1992

Louisiana State University, Paul M. Hebert Law Center

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Speaking Engagements

2011

Seize Success - Trials that Work

Discovering the Story of Your Trial

2004

LTLA New Orleans

Professionalism

2001

Nuts and Bolts of Criminal Defense

Professionalism

2001

2001 ATLA Annual Convention-Montreal

Guns 101-Firearms & Ammunition Product Liability Litigation

1998

LACDL Last Chance

Forensic Ballistics and Firearms Design in Criminal Cases

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Publications

1999

Louisiana Law Review Mixed Signals: A Look at Louisiana’s Experience with Harmless Error in Criminal Cases

1999

The Champion magazine Point the Finger at the Gun

1993

Louisiana Law Review Variations of a Common Theme: An Analysis of Louisiana’s Experience with Harmless Error in Criminal Cases

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Languages

French

German

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Activity

Legal Answers

Q&A

Can a 10 year old dui be counted against you

09 Jan 2012

Q&A

Will I be drug-tested at my pre-trial diversion orientation (the 1st) meeting?

04 Jan 2012

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