Sanchez Burke, LLC - New Iberia, LA
Family Law Lawyers in New Iberia, LA
223 East Main Street New Iberia, LA 70563
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New Iberia Family Law Firm
Updated: 02/16/2026
Areas of Practice
- Family Law
- Criminal Defense
- Personal Injury
- Car Accident Cases
Litigation: 90%
Firm Information
Overview
At Sanchez Burke, LLC, located in New Iberia, Louisiana, we acknowledge the critical impact a successful resolution of your case can have on your life. As a team, we commit to guiding you through every stage of the legal process with thoroughness and clarity. From the initial fact-finding to exploring your legal avenues and potential outcomes, our aim is to equip you with a solid understanding of your position to facilitate well-informed decisions about your representation.
The breadth of our practice areas is comprehensive, encompassing personal injury, family law, criminal defense, wrongful death and survival actions, professional disciplinary actions, adoption, child custody and divorce. This diversity in practice areas enables us to serve a wide range of clients with varying legal needs.
Our dedication extends beyond mere counsel. Where beneficial, we collaborate with a network of professionals, including investigators, psychologists and financial specialists, to fortify your case with robust evidence. This multidisciplinary approach ensures that every facet of your case is meticulously handled, keeping you in the loop with all significant updates.
Our attorneys are relentless in their pursuit of favorable outcomes. Recognized for their vigorous advocacy, they are well-prepared to navigate the complexities of criminal defense, family law, personal injury and professional discipline cases. We are not just your attorneys; we are your staunch advocates, ensuring that each step taken is strategically aligned to secure a positive result for you.
Choosing Sanchez Burke, LLC, means opting for a team that stands with you, equipped with the determination and skill required to tackle serious legal challenges. We are more than just your legal representatives; we are your steadfast allies, here to guide you through challenging times with professionalism and care. So, explore our services with a free initial consultation, offered both virtually and in person, to meet your needs.
Awards and Honors
Honors
- Recipient, Judge Albert Tate Award, Louisiana Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, 2007
- Listed in "Louisiana Super Lawyers", Criminal Law, 2007 - 2009
- Listed in "The Best Lawyers in America", Family Law, 2007 - 2009
- Recipient, Pro Bono Publico Award, Southwest Louisiana Bar Association, 2004
- Recipient, Philanthropist Day Award, Family Foundation of Southwest Louisiana, 2003
- Citizen of the Year Award, Southwest Louisiana Chapter, National Association of Social Workers, 1995
- Member, Order of St. Charles, Diocese of Lake Charles, June 3, 1990
- Selected, "Best Aggressive Attorney", Times of Southwest Louisiana, Reader's Poll, 2003
- Member, American Mensa, Ltd., 1977
- Fellow, Louisiana Bar Foundation, 1999 - Present
Languages
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English
Classes and Seminars
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Faculty Member, Trial Advocacy Training Program, LSU Paul M. Hebert Law Center, 1993 - Present
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Speaker, Paul M. Hebert Law Center
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Speaker, Loyola University School of Law
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Speaker, Louisiana Judicial College
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Speaker, Louisiana Association of City and Juvenile Judges
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Speaker, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
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Speaker, American Civil Liberties Union
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Speaker, National Legal Aid and Defenders Association
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Speaker, Louisiana Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
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Speaker, Louisiana Public Defenders Association
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Speaker, Southern University School of Law
- Speaker, Southwest Louisiana Bar Association
Pro Bono Activities
- Hearing Committee Chair, Louisiana Attorney Disciplinary Board, 2003 - 2009
- Member, Louisiana State Bar Association Board of Governors, 2006 - 2008
- Right to Counsel Committee, 2005 - 2009
- Louisiana Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers: President, 1998
- Louisiana Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers: Board Member, 1990 - 2008
- Member, Joint Legislative Committee for the Study of the Indigent Defense System (Appointed by the Chief Justice), 1996 - 1997
- Member, Committee on Family Court Rules of the Judicial Counsel of Louisiana (Appointed by the Supreme Court), 2009
- Vice-Chairman, Louisiana Indigent Defender Board (Appointed by the Chief Justice), 1994 - 1996
- Member, Louisiana Public Defender Board, (Appointed by the Speaker of the House), 2004 - 2006
- Member, Louisiana Public Defender Board (LSBA President), 2007
- Member, Louisiana Task Force on Indigent Defense Services (Appointed by the President, Conference of Court of Appeals Judges), 2004 - 2007
- Member, Louisiana State Law Institute, Special Committee to Study Reinstatement of Fault in Divorce, 1998 - 2001
- Member, Louisiana State Bar Association Family Law Advisory Commission (Secretary), 2003 - 2004
- Chairman, Indigent Defender Board, 14th Judicial District, 1988 - 1996
- Assistant Examiner, Committee on Bar Admissions, 1992 - 2004
- President, Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Southwest Louisiana, Inc., 1989 - 1992
- Board Member, Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Southwest Louisiana, Inc., 1987 - 2006
- Member, Board of Trustees, LifeShare Blood Centers, 2003 - Present
- Trustee, Finance Council, Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, 2002 - Present
- Past President, Southwest Louisiana State Fair and Trade Exposition, Inc.
- Past Member, Board of Directors, Lake Charles Symphony
- Past Chair, Professional Division, United Way of Southwest Louisiana, Inc., 1992 - 1993
- President, Advisory Board, Lake Charles Seafarer's Center, Port of Lake Charles, 1986 - 1999
Representative Cases
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State v. Bartholomew Cross
- Citation: 747 So. 2d 94
- Court: LA Supreme Court
- Year: 1995
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State in the Interest of D.W.
- Citation: 865 Sol 2d 45
- Court: LA Supreme Court
- Year: 2004
Ancillary Businesses
Appointed by LA Supreme Ct., Judge Pro Tempore, Sulphur City Ct. 1999
Staff
- Hannah Authement, Receptionist
- Laurie Fontenot, Paralegal
- Chelsea Guillory, Legal Assistant
Staff
- Hannah Authement, Receptionist
- Laurie Fontenot, Paralegal
- Chelsea Guillory, Legal Assistant
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Contact
Additional Louisiana Locations
Lake Charles, LA (Main Office, 85.2 miles)
1200 Ryan Street
Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: 337-417-9244
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