Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Lake Charles, LA
Sanchez Burke has built a reputation for handling complex legal matters with professionalism and efficiency, both individually and as a team. With over 60 years of combined experience, our attorneys specialize in criminal defense, family law, personal injury, and professional disciplinary cases. We work diligently to achieve positive outcomes, offering personalized legal strategies tailored to each client's unique needs.Our team collaborates with investigators, financial specialists, and other professionals to develop strong evidence-based cases. We maintain transparent communication throughout the legal process, ensuring clients are fully informed of all developments. Our attorneys are recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch and Acadiana Profiles Top Lawyers of Acadiana, bringing a steady, results-driven approach to every case.
Services
Personal Injury
Family Law
Criminal Defense
Wrongful Death
Professional Disciplinary Actions
Highlights and features
- Over 70 years of combined family law expertise in Lake Charles
- Proprietary asset analysis tool for complex property division cases
- Board-certified family law specialist on staff
- Proven trial attorneys with decades of criminal defense experience
- Collaboration with certified valuation analysts and financial professionals
Associations and certifications
- Louisiana Legal Specialization Board
What people say
Fabulous team
Best attorneys
Super professional
Excellent service
Knowledgeable and honest
Services
Personal Injury
Our personal injury attorneys handle car accidents, truck collisions, and premises liability cases. We help clients recover compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain suffering. With decades of litigation experience, we build strong cases supported by evidence and expert testimony to secure fair settlements.
Family Law
We provide comprehensive family law representation including divorce, child custody, and property division. Our board-certified specialist develops personalized strategies to protect clients' rights and assets. We handle complex cases involving business valuations and high-value assets with precision and care.
Criminal Defense
Our criminal defense team handles felony and misdemeanor charges including drug crimes, DWI, and sex offenses. With over 70 combined years of experience, we challenge government evidence and build strong defenses using investigators and expert witnesses to protect clients' freedom and future.
Wrongful Death
We represent families in wrongful death cases resulting from negligence or misconduct. Our attorneys help recover compensation for funeral costs, lost income, and emotional suffering. We handle complex cases involving medical malpractice, vehicle accidents, and industrial incidents with compassion and legal expertise.
Professional Disciplinary Actions
We defend professionals facing disciplinary actions before licensing boards. Our representation includes doctors, nurses, engineers, and accountants. We protect careers and reputations through strategic defense against allegations of ethical violations or professional misconduct.
People
Walter Marshall Sanchez
Attorney
Board Certified Family Law Specialist with the Louisiana Legal Specialization Board since 1995. Over 70 years combined experience in complex family law matters including divorce, child custody, and property division.
Joseph M. W. Burke
Partner
Specializes in personal injury cases with recognition in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch. Focuses on helping individuals recover after serious injuries through thorough case preparation and evidence gathering.
Clare Sanchez Burke
Attorney
Experienced family law attorney with demonstrated success in complex divorce cases. Known for responsive communication and detailed case analysis to develop effective legal strategies for clients.
Jennifer E. Jones
Attorney
Recognized for excellence in criminal defense and family law. Provides dedicated representation with a focus on achieving favorable outcomes through negotiation or trial when necessary.
Questions
What areas of law does Sanchez Burke specialize in?
We specialize in personal injury, family law, criminal defense, wrongful death claims, and professional disciplinary actions.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations for all practice areas. Contact us at 337-433-4405 to schedule yours.
How does your firm handle complex property division?
We use a proprietary asset analysis tool and work with certified valuation analysts to handle complex property division cases.
What experience do you have with criminal defense cases?
Our attorneys have over 70 combined years of experience handling felony and misdemeanor cases including DWI, drug crimes, and sex offenses.
How do you bill for legal services?
We use contingency fees for personal injury cases and provide transparent billing for all other services during your free consultation.
