As to Criminal matters,  the firm does not handle routine traffic cases.  However,  all other criminal cases are considered,  and if there is available time and resources,  and the fee can be paid,  we are competent to handle most Felony and Misdemeanor matters:

HOMICIDE                                                                                                      

The most serious cases involve the death of another person.  Today,  even an accidental death can be the subject of criminal prosecution.   It is critical to have the assistance of an attorney who knows the criminal law and the rules of investigation as soon as possible if you are involved in the death of another person in any way.

Many don't realize that in Louisiana when the Court imposes "LIFE",  that is exactly what the sentence is.  A person never regains their freedom.  While the Governor retains the power to issue a "pardon",  that is a power seldom used.  Immediate attention to defending the case is essential.  Even if one is innocent,  a lawyer should be secured.   After all,  police and prosecutors are trained and experienced.  They know the rules.  A person submitting to questioning and investigation is at an extreme disadvantage 

In Louisiana,  homicide is graded on a scale depending on what causes the death.  Penalties range from Probation to the Death Penalty,  which is imposed by Lethal Injection.   Even in a fight or near miss shooting,  the State can charge "attempted murder",  with severe penalties.

When a person is killed in an auto accident by a drunk driver,  the crime is VEHICULAR HOMICIDE,  and the penalty is 5 to 20 years incarceration.  This crime also applies in cases where a driver is extremely reckless and a death results. 

CRIMES AGAINST PERSONS   Other crimes committed directly against a person, including Armed Robbery,  Attempted Murder,   Battery,  Rape and Assault comprise the next level of seriousness.  Claims of sexual abuse and child sexual attacks can ruin a person's life,  true or not.

The role of your attorney is to investigate the case,   study the law that applies,  advise you of the facts and the law,  and to represent your interests in the matter before the Court.   In order to effectively do that,  a lawyer has to be comfortable in the courtroom,  knowledgeable regarding the rules,  and practical enough to know how your case will fit into the big picture. 

Mr. Marx has extensive trial experience and has a comfort level in Court that few lawyers can match.  He has handled scores of homicide trials,  and literally hundreds of criminal cases.   His experience extends beyond the trial level to Appellate Practice.   The approach he takes to defense of these cases is that he must 1) communicate with the client and keep the client informed  2) investigate the case  (preferably through a professional investigator)  and 3) advise the client of alternatives and suggest the most reasonable choice.

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G. Paul Marx, A Professional Law Corporation