Tara B. Hawkins

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Tara B. Hawkins: Attorney with Hawkins Legal
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Biography

At HAWKINS LEGAL it is understood that when you are in a fight for your freedom, reputation, and future, you don't need gimmicks or slick marketing to to get you the outcome you deserve. Real people in a time of crisis need a serious lawyer with the knowledge and ability to handle their case.

Hawkins is a 1997 Tulane Law School graduate who has over 23 years of legal experience in Louisiana. Ms. Hawkins ended her almost decade-long career as an assistant district attorney as a Chief Felony Prosecutor. Prior to that she served for several years as a law clerk and Administrative General Counsel to the chief judge of the Louisiana Third Circuit Court of Appeal. Hawkins has also worked at large law firms as an associate attorney, working on legal teams for state and national corporations.

People facing divorce or fighting for their kids have repeatedly relied on Ms. Hawkins as someone they can trust. Clients facing criminal charges have trusted Ms. Hawkins to use her experience as a felony prosecutor to fight for fair and just results. She understands that underlying issues such as poverty, mental illness, trauma, and addiction should be addressed while helping clients maintain their freedom. She fights for results other than jail and life-changing convictions. Clients facing injuries due to accidents know that Ms. Hawkins always works to eliminate wasted time and unnecessary costs to get results her clients expect. Clients at Hawkins Legal learn that they have options and hope for a positive outcome.

Areas of Practice (19)

  • Family Law
  • Criminal Defense
  • Homicides
  • Burglary/Theft
  • Drug Offenses
  • DUI/DWI
  • Expungements
  • Probation Violations
  • Divorce
  • Community Property
  • Criminal Law
  • Sex Crimes
  • Drug Crimes
  • Domestic Violence Crimes
  • Assault & Battery
  • Theft
  • Immigration
  • Green Cards
  • Deportation

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
Jackson State University, B.B.A., cum laude, 1994
Law School Attended:
Tulane University of Louisiana, J.D., 1997
Year of First Admission:
1997
Admission:
1997, Louisiana; 1997, United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana; 1997, United States District Court for the Middle District of Louisiana; 1997, United States District Court for the Western District of Louisiana; 1997, United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit
Memberships:

Louisiana State Bar Association

Southwest Louisiana Bar Association

Languages:
English
ISLN:
912891338

Peer Reviews

4.7/5.0 (6 reviews)
Peer Reviewed
  • Legal Knowledge

    4.7/5.0
  • Analytical Capability

    4.7/5.0
  • Judgment

    4.7/5.0
  • Communication

    4.5/5.0
  • Legal Experience

    4.8/5.0
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4.9/5.0 (3 reviews)
Silver Client Champion

I hired Ms Tara Hawkins from out of state. She was very helpful in helping me understand the process of the case. She was determined to get the best possible outcome. Thank you Tara for all of your ha...

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Contact Information:

337-508-1275  Phone

844-494-9304  Fax

www.tarabhawkins.com

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