Business Details
37 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Shreveport, LA
Bowie & Beresko Aplc has been a trusted legal advocate in Shreveport, LA since 1989, specializing in family law, bankruptcy, and personal injury. Our attorneys combine decades of experience with a client-centered approach, ensuring meticulous preparation and transparent communication throughout every case. We prioritize the well-being of families, protect constitutional rights in criminal defense, and provide compassionate guidance through complex legal challenges.Our board-certified professionals are recognized for their expertise in bankruptcy and family law, offering tailored solutions to individuals and businesses. With a legacy of courtroom success and community trust, we remain committed to delivering results-driven legal representation.
Services
Family Law
Bankruptcy
Personal Injury
Lemon Law
Criminal Law
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in family law, bankruptcy, and personal injury.
- Our attorneys are board-certified by the American Board of Certification and Louisiana Board of Legal Specialization.
- We prioritize client care and keep clients fully informed throughout legal proceedings.
- Our team has successfully handled complex cases, including contested custody and bankruptcy litigation.
- We offer personalized legal strategies tailored to each client's unique circumstances.
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Certification
- Louisiana Board of Legal Specialization
What people say
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Amazing
Incredibly kind
Determined with attention to detail
Top-notch law firm
Services
Family Law
Our family law practice focuses on divorce, child custody, and spousal support, prioritizing the well-being of children and families. With over 38 years of courtroom experience, we provide compassionate guidance through emotionally challenging cases. Our board-certified attorneys ensure legal strategies align with clients' long-term stability and financial security.
Bankruptcy
We specialize in Chapter 7, 11, and 13 bankruptcy filings, offering solutions for individuals and businesses facing financial distress. Our board-certified bankruptcy attorneys help clients navigate complex federal and state laws to discharge debts or restructure payments. We emphasize transparency and client education throughout the process.
Personal Injury
Our personal injury practice represents clients with injuries ranging from fractures to traumatic brain damage. With over 33 years of experience, we advocate for fair compensation in cases involving car accidents, workplace injuries, and medical malpractice. We handle negotiations with insurance companies and litigate when necessary.
Lemon Law
We assist clients with defective vehicles, including cars, motorhomes, and boats, under Louisiana's Lemon Law. Our attorneys have decades of experience challenging manufacturers to secure refunds or replacements for consumers. We provide clear guidance on legal rights and remedies for vehicle defects.
Criminal Law
Our criminal defense practice protects constitutional rights for clients facing charges ranging from misdemeanors to felonies. We emphasize aggressive advocacy and thorough case preparation to challenge evidence and secure dismissals or reduced sentences. Our approach prioritizes minimizing long-term impacts on clients' lives.
People
Ralph Scott Bowie
Partner
Ralph Scott Bowie is a board-certified bankruptcy attorney with over 40 years of legal and engineering experience. He specializes in business and consumer bankruptcy, representing debtors and creditors in complex cases. A member of the Louisiana Bar Association and American Bankruptcy Institute, he serves on the Bankruptcy Advisory Commission.
Alfred R. Beresko
Family Law Specialist
Alfred R. Beresko is a board-certified family law specialist with over 38 years of courtroom experience. He focuses on divorce, custody, and child support cases, prioritizing children's best interests. A former chairman of the Family Law Advisory Commission, he advocates for collaborative solutions in family disputes.
Questions
What areas of law does Bowie & Beresko specialize in?
We specialize in family law, bankruptcy, personal injury, lemon law, and criminal defense, with board-certified attorneys in bankruptcy and family law.
How experienced is your legal team?
Our attorneys have over 70 combined years of experience, including board-certified specialists in bankruptcy and family law with decades of courtroom success.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide initial consultations to discuss your legal needs and develop a tailored strategy for your case.
Can you handle complex bankruptcy cases?
Yes, we represent individuals and businesses in complex Chapter 7, 11, and 13 bankruptcies, including debt discharge and reorganization.
What makes your family law practice unique?
We prioritize children's best interests and offer personalized solutions for divorce, custody, and support cases with compassionate advocacy.
