Tara Hawkins | Lake Charles Criminal Defense Lawyer

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About Tara

At HAWKINS LEGAL, principal attorney Tara Bell Hawkins, offers experienced and aggressive representation for people facing serious criminal charges, family law disputes, and traffic and accident cases in Louisiana.  Hawkins is a former senior felony prosecutor and is widely-recognized as a skilled trial lawyer and effective negotiator. The clients at Hawkins Legal receive prompt and personal contact with Attorney Hawkins and her team, and are kept informed about each step of the process as they are smoothly guided through the system.  Clients at Hawkins Legal are never treated as case numbers, but always receive priority treatment:  

"When clients hire me to stand with them, I become their advocate and their voice.  I understand what is often at stake-- the loss of jobs, reputations, property, family, and  freedom.  So, each client and each case is personal. I never give up or give in."  

--Tara Bell Hawkins

Hawkins Legal is dedicated to providing the best legal representation to persons of all walks of life. Clients can expect predictable flat fees, which are quoted on an individual basis. Payment schedules may also be available for those who qualify, and all major credit cards are accepted. Contingency fees are accepted in accident cases. Clear billing and no hidden fees— this is what we are known for.

Experience

Founder | Principal Owner

Hawkins Legal

Present

Lake Charles, LA

Admission

Verified Louisiana

1997

Education

Jackson State University

Bachelors (Business Administration)

1994

Recognitions & Achievements

Associations
  • Member | Louisiana State Bar Association
  • Member | Southwest Louisiana Bar Association
Honors / Awards
  • Peer Reviewed | Martindale-Hubbell

Founded 2016

Hawkins Legal Highlights

Criminal, Divorce & Family Law, Personal Injury, Car Accident

Firm Size: less than 5
Firm Locations: 1
Languages: English