Sanchez Burke, LLC - Lake Charles, LA
Family Law Lawyers in Lake Charles, LA
1200 Ryan Street Lake Charles, LA 70601
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- 2 Super Lawyers®
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21
Years
Experience
Lake Charles Family Law Firm
Updated: 02/16/2026
Areas of Practice
- Family Law
- Personal Injury
- Criminal Defense
- Car Accident Cases
- Professional Disciplinary Actions
Litigation: 90%
Firm Information
Overview
At Sanchez Burke, LLC, based in Lake Charles, Louisiana, we understand the profound impact a successful legal outcome can have on your life. We are committed to providing you with comprehensive and thoughtful representation, ensuring that you are involved and informed at every step of the legal process. We strive to ensure that you receive credible legal counsel and fierce representation in matters of:
- Personal injury
- Family law
- Criminal defense
- Professional disciplinary actions
- Insurance claims
From the initial consultation to the resolution of your case, you will work directly with our attorneys, who are dedicated to examining every detail and exploring all potential legal avenues. We believe in clear and open communication, providing you with a realistic assessment of your situation and enabling you to make informed decisions about your representation.
In the realm of personal injury, we have successfully represented numerous clients who have suffered due to the negligence of others. From auto accidents to workplace injuries, our goal is to ensure that our clients receive the maximum compensation they deserve. Family law is another cornerstone of our practice. We handle sensitive cases involving divorce, child custody and adoption with the utmost care and discretion. Our attorneys are skilled negotiators and litigators who strive to achieve outcomes that are in the best interests of the families we serve.
Our criminal defense team is well-versed in dealing with charges ranging from misdemeanors to serious felonies. We are committed to upholding the presumption of innocence and work tirelessly to defend the rights of our clients. In cases of wrongful death and survival actions, we provide compassionate representation to families coping with the loss of a loved one due to wrongful acts. We aim to bring some measure of peace and financial stability to these families during their time of grief. Additionally, we handle professional disciplinary actions, helping professionals maintain their licenses and continue their careers.
With our firm’s offices located in Lake Charles and New Iberia, Sanchez Burke, LLC, believes in justice, not just for the few but for all members of our community. We invite you to reach out to us with your legal concerns, where you will be met with understanding, professionalism and relentless advocacy. Trust us to handle your case with the determination and thoroughness it deserves. Our firm offers free initial consultations, available both virtually and in person. We also accept credit cards as a mode of payment.
Awards and Honors
Super Lawyers® Selectees
Sanchez Burke, LLC selected for a Super Lawyers® list
- Burke, Clare S. On a Super Lawyers® List
- Sanchez, Walter Marshall On a Super Lawyers® List
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
Reviews
Customer Reviews for Sanchez Burke, LLC
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Verified ClientHired Law firm 2001-2019Excellent attorneys, paralegals and support staff. You will not find a better firm in this town. They are worth every dime.
Attorneys
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
New Iberia, LA (85.2 miles)
223 East Main Street
New Iberia, LA 70563
Phone: 337-417-9244
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