Business Details
22 Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted Covington Personal Injury & Criminal Defense Law Firm
Tim Upton & Associates has dedicated over two decades to advocating for individuals in personal injury and criminal defense cases. Founded in 2004, our firm shifted focus from representing insurance companies to championing the rights of everyday people against large corporations and legal challenges. With extensive trial experience and a commitment to personalized service, we prioritize client needs over profit, offering contingency-based representation for injury cases and transparent fee structures for criminal defense.Our team, licensed in Louisiana and federal courts, includes seasoned attorneys and paralegals who bring both legal expertise and compassionate advocacy to every case. Memberships in prestigious legal associations underscore our commitment to professional excellence and ethical standards.
Services
Personal Injury
Criminal Defense
Auto Accidents
Slip/Fall Accidents
Wrongful Death
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 availability for urgent legal matters
- Personalized representation with selective client intake
- Contingency fee basis for personal injury cases
- Over 20 years of combined trial experience in Louisiana courts
- Active memberships in Louisiana and national legal associations
Services
Personal Injury
We represent clients injured by others' negligence in auto accidents, workplace incidents, and slip/fall cases. Our contingency-based model ensures no upfront costs, with payment only upon successful recovery. With decades of combined experience, we negotiate with insurers to maximize settlements for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
Criminal Defense
Our firm defends clients facing felony and misdemeanor charges including DUIs, drug offenses, and probation violations. We provide immediate legal intervention to protect rights during arrests and court proceedings. Transparent fee structures apply, with strategies focused on case dismissal, reduced charges, or favorable sentencing outcomes through trial experience and plea negotiations.
Auto Accidents
Specialized representation for motor vehicle collision victims seeking compensation for property damage, medical bills, and emotional trauma. We handle negotiations with insurance companies while investigating liability factors like distracted driving or traffic violations. Contingency fees ensure access to legal support regardless of financial circumstances.
Wrongful Death
We assist families pursuing justice for loved ones lost to negligence or misconduct. Our compassionate approach addresses complex legal requirements while seeking compensation for funeral costs, lost income, and emotional distress. Cases include medical malpractice, workplace fatalities, and transportation accidents.
Slip/Fall Accidents
We advocate for clients injured due to hazardous property conditions like wet floors or inadequate maintenance. Our team investigates liability, documents damages, and pursues compensation for medical treatment and lost earnings. Contingency-based representation removes financial barriers to seeking justice.
People
Timothy F. Upton
Attorney
Licensed since 2000, Timothy F. Upton transitioned from representing insurance companies to advocating for injury victims in 2004. He holds memberships in multiple legal associations and focuses on personal injury and criminal defense cases across Louisiana state and federal courts.
John C. Halfacre
Attorney
John C. Halfacre combines law enforcement experience with legal expertise, having served in the U.S. Coast Guard before practicing law. He specializes in criminal defense and injury cases, licensed in Louisiana state courts and the Eastern District federal court.
Hannah Elizabeth Bryan
Paralegal
Hannah Bryan manages critical firm operations while pursuing her Juris Doctor at Southern University Law Center. With a criminal justice background, she supports both personal injury and criminal defense cases, demonstrating future potential as an attorney.
Questions
What services does Tim Upton & Associates offer?
We specialize in personal injury cases (auto accidents, wrongful death) and criminal defense (felonies, misdemeanors, DUIs) across Louisiana.
How are legal fees structured?
Personal injury cases operate on contingency fees (no payment unless we win). Criminal defense cases have transparent, pre-agreed fees.
Are consultations really free?
Yes, we offer 100% free initial consultations 24/7 for both personal injury and criminal defense matters.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Covington and New Orleans, with representation available throughout Louisiana state and federal courts.
How quickly can you start working on my case?
Our 24/7 availability ensures immediate legal intervention, crucial for preserving evidence and meeting legal deadlines.
What makes your firm different?
We limit client intake to provide personalized attention, treating clients as family rather than case numbers.
