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6 distinguished criminal defense law attorneys in Louisiana, each reviewed by the Lawyers of Distinction Selection Committee.

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Barry S. Ranshi

Barry S. Ranshi

Distinguished Lawyer

Criminal Defense Law

4224 Florida Ave suite 6, Kenner, LA 70065, USA

Attorney Barry S. Ranshi is from New Orleans, Louisiana. Mr. Ranshi graduated from the University of New Orleans (B.A.) and Loyola University New Orleans College of Law (J.D.). Mr. Ranshi focuses exclusively on criminal defense, providing representation for felony and misdemeanor charges. He also practices in personal injury and jones act maritime cases. As a student practitioner at Loyola, he assisted in the representation of several indigent defendants in Orleans Parish, which including writing several preliminary motions and helping attain the release of a defendant wrongfully charged with first degree murder. During his final summer in law school, he interned for Judge Robert Pitre, of Jefferson Parish. There, he prepared memorandums of law regarding Post-Conviction Relief Applications. Mr. Ranshi began his legal career as a staff attorney to Orleans Parish Criminal Court Judge Darryl A. Derbigny, where he reviewed all criminal pleadings, while advising the Court on substantive criminal law, evidence, and procedure. One of his most memorable highlights inlcude assisting the Court in reversing a defendant's wrongful Second Degree Murder Conviction. The Louisiana Supreme Court affirmed the Court's ruling. Mr. Ranshi also drafted the Court's jury instructions and rulings, while assuring compliance with the Courts of Appeal and Supreme Court. In collaboration with his counterparts, he took part in rewriting Orleans Criminal Court's expungement procedure. Mr. Ranshi observed countless criminal jury trials and hearings, preparing him to be an effective trial lawyer. Mr. Ranshi then worked for the Orleans Parish District Attorney's Office gaining invaluable experience investigating and trying cases. There, he served as first and second chair trial prosecutor for numerous felony cases in juvenile court. One of the largest criminal defense firms in New Orlean recruited Mr. Ranshi to join its team as a trial and appeals attorney. While there, he won several writs in the appeals courts and in the Louisiana Supreme Court. He negotiated numerous plea deals, which spared his clients lengthy prison sentences. Additionally, he filed several expungements that were successfully granted. Barry S. Ranshi has the experience you need. He understands the perspective as a prosecutor, judicial attorney, and now as a defense attorney. He has trial experience, with a specific understanding of the jury selection process, examining witnesses, and introducing evidence. Mr. Ranshi handles cases in St. Tammany, Jefferson, Orleans, Lafourche, Terrebonne, Tangipahoa, St. Charles, and St. Bernard Parishes.

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Ebonee Norris

Criminal Defense Law

839 Kings Hwy, Shreveport, LA 71104

A former national beauty queen, Ebonee Rhodes Norris is no stranger to advocating for the rights of others. After clerking for the Louisiana Second Circuit Court of Appeals and Louisiana Attorney General’s Office, Norris began her career by working for a non-profit law firm, where she advocated for the rights of low income and elderly residents. Norris went on to work at a top tier private firm, where she practiced in the areas of criminal defense, personal injury, estate planning and municipal bonds. Norris operates her business on the Christian principles instilled upon her as a child, believing in the power of prayer and the Golden Rule. Norris uses her thorough understanding of the justice system and genuine compassion for others to provide a voice to the voiceless.

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Criminal Defense Law

1412 Centre Court, Suite 406, Alexandria, LA 71301

J. Michael Small is an attorney providing legal services covering Criminal Defense: White Collar and Criminal Defense. Michael Small, who practices law in Alexandria, Louisiana, was selected to Super Lawyers for 2008 - 2020. This peer designation is awarded only to a select number of accomplished attorneys in each state. The Super Lawyers selection process takes into account peer recognition, professional achievement in legal practice, and other cogent factors. Prior to becoming an attorney, he studied at Louisiana State University Paul M. Hebert Law Center. He graduated in 1969. After passing the bar exam, he was admitted to legal practice in 1969.

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Jim Holt

Jim Holt

Distinguished Lawyer

Criminal Defense Law

4720 North St, Baton Rouge, LA 70806, USA

Attorney Jim Holt is the founder and managing member of Holt Law Firm LLC, a Baton Rouge-based law firm focusing on serious personal injury, DWI & criminal defense, and general business litigation.

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