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Attorney D. Wayne Bush is the owner of his firm, where he focuses his practice of law on achieving justice for workers, families, consumers, patients and small-business owners. With a diverse practice, Mr. Bush has handled cases in federal and state courts. These cases have included issues ranging from complex personal injury litigation to federal securities act claims to death penalty defense. He considers it the highest compliment to his practice that a substantial portion of the cases he handles originates as referrals from other attorneys.
Mr. Bush is also dedicated to the community he serves. He has provided indigent defense services as well as accepted nonpaying civil clients through the CENLA Pro Bono Project. Counts for these cases have been well in excess of the Louisiana and American Bar Associations' pro bono recommendations.
Mr. Bush is a Louisiana native and received his law degree from Louisiana State University, Paul M. Hebert Law Center. He is admitted to practice within the state of Louisiana as well as the District of Columbia. He is also admitted to practice in the Middle, Western and Eastern U.S. District Courts of Louisiana, the U.S. Tax Court, the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals and the U.S. Supreme Court.
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Chat withState: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2011
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State: Louisiana
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
119 South First Street, Leesville, LA, 71446
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Posted by anonymous | April 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Excellent Legal Representation
Mr. Bush has handled several cases for me and/or family members ranging from child custody to car accident to criminal, always with excellent results. In addition to his impressive legal skills, he is always genuinely concerned with his client's situation and takes the time to honestly assess and ex...
Posted by anonymous | January 21, 2014 | Wrongful Death
Excellent wrongful death attorney
Mr. Bush handled a wrongful death claim for my family. He was very compassionate, and kept us informed each step of the way. He fought for our family, and in the end, obtained an excellent result. I would recommend Wayne to anyone.
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Criminal defense lawyer
2016
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2015
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2014
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2013
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2013
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2016 - Present
Owne, Wayne Bush, Attorney at Law
2016 - Present
Assistant District Attorney, Beauregard Parish District Attorney Office
2008 - 2016
Partner, SmithBush, LLP
2006 - 2008
Member, The Smith Law Firm, L.L.P.
2005 - 2006
Owner, D. Wayne Bush
2011 - Present
District of Columbia BarLicensed to Practice
2009 - Present
Louisiana Association for JusticeMember
2009 - Present
Louisiana Association for JusticeBoard of Governors
2009 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
2008 - Present
Acadiana Legal Services Corporation (Pro Bono Project)Board of Directors
2007 - Present
U. S. Fifth Circuit Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
Federal Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Thirtieth Judicial District Bar AssociationPresident
2005 - Present
Baton Rouge Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
Louisiana State Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
United States Tax CourtLicensed to Practice
2009 - 2016
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2009 - 2011
Louisiana State Bar AssociationHouse of Delegates
2008 - 2016
Louisiana Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2004
JD - Juris Doctor
2004
Bachelor of Civil Laws
2001
BS - Bachelor of Science
2001
BS - Bachelor of Science
English
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