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Lafayette Criminal Defense Law Firm
Overview
At the law firm of Donald D. Cleveland, APLC, I emphasize professionalism, integrity and compassion in my legal representation. I became a defense lawyer because I truly believe in your Constitutional right to legal representation. Contact me today.
I know the importance of quality criminal defense; in fact I became an attorney and opened my own law firm to help individuals and their families through the difficult legal process when a loved one has been accused of a crime.
From my Lafayette, Louisiana, office, I stand beside the accused and fight for your future. I believe everyone in this country should have access to quality criminal defense representation. I offer a free initial consultation, and I work hard to provide the best defense possible. Either call my Lafayette Parish office at 337-205-0319 or Toll Free at 888-314-0461 or send me an e-mail.
About Donald D. Cleveland, APLC
Practice Areas
- Criminal Defense
Honors
- Member, National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial Lawyers
- One of the Top 40 Lawyers under 40 in Louisiana by The American Society of Legal Advocates
Office Information
Address
113 West Convent Street Lafayette, LA 70501
Phone
Fax
- 337-572-9876
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