Law Offices of Lester J. Gauthier - Lafayette, LA
Federal Criminal Law Lawyers in Lafayette, LA
PO Box 3371 306 South Pierce Street Lafayette, LA 70502
Lafayette Federal Criminal Law Firm
Updated: 02/28/2026
Areas of Practice
- Federal Criminal Law
- Drug Charges
- Criminal Law
- Fraud and Embezzlement
- Internet and Sex Crimes
- Theft
- Battery
Firm Information
Overview
For more than 30 years, the Law Offices of Lester J. Gauthier has provided aggressive and effective legal representation in the areas of criminal defense and administrative law. As a client of the firm, you will benefit from:
-Extensive trial experience
-Access to your attorney
-Responsive service
-A commitment to fast results
Whether you have been charged with a crime or you need representation in an administrative hearing, you will work directly with your lawyer at all times.
Languages
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French
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English
Classes and Seminars
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Political Science courses for two semesters at the University of Southwestern Louisiana, Lafayette, 1970 - 1971
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Paralegal courses for three semesters at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, 1985 - 1988
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"Family Law and Public Policy," Child and Family Studies, University of Louisiana at Lafayette, 2005 - 2007
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Medical Malpractice in Louisiana, National Business Institute, 1997, 2000 and 2002
- Handling Medical Negligence Cases in Louisiana, National Business Institute, 2002
Pro Bono Activities
- Gauthier formerly hosted a government and law talk show on Acadiana Open Channel entitled, "Law Talk"
Representative Cases
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United States v. William Bruce Hare
- Court: Western District of Louisiana, Lafayette, La
- Serial Number: No. 88-60018-44
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United States v. Ho Van Duong
- Court: Western District of Louisiana, Lafayette, La
- Serial Number: No. 01-20022-01
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United States v. Gerald Robinson
- Citation: Western District of Louisiana, Lafayette, La
- Serial Number: No. 02-60021-02
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United States v. M. Salman Farooq Qureshi
- Court: Western District of Louisiana, Lafayette, La
- Serial Number: No. 04-60057-01
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United States v. M. Salman Farooq Qureshi
- Court: Western District of Louisiana, Lafayette, La
- Serial Number: No. 04-60057-01
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State of Louisiana v. Terry Touchet
- Court: 31st Judicial District Court, Parish of Jefferson Davis
- Serial Number: No. CR-6927
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dna Walsworth v. Dr. Teresita Gonzales
- Serial Number: PCF No. 93-1009
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United States v. MJP
- Court: Western District of Louisiana, Lafayette, La
- Serial Number: No. 2:12CR0108
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State of Louisiana v. KH
- Court: Jeanerette City Court
- Serial Number: Nos. C-120242 & C-120243
Published Works
Articles
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"Directed Verdicts in Louisiana Jury Trials: A Noble Purpose?", Louisiana Bar Journal, vol. 30, No. 6, April, 1983
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"Selection: An Emerging Doctrine in the Uninsured Motorist Area or a One-Time Proposition?", Louisiana Bar Journal, vol. 31, No. 3, October, 1983
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"Camille Gravel: An Icon in the Louisiana Criminal Justice System and in Louisiana Politics,", Louisiana Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, The Advocate, winter, 2006
Attorneys
Staff
- Nicole Borel, Legal Assistant
Staff
- Nicole Borel, Legal Assistant
Contact
PO Box 3371
306 South Pierce Street
Lafayette, LA 70502
Phone: 337-366-8047
Fax: 337-366-8047
Email: Send a message
Website: https://www.lestergauthier.com
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