Business Details
13 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Lake Charles
Founded in 2013, Colonna Law Firm has established itself as a trusted legal advocate in Lake Charles, Louisiana, offering comprehensive representation in criminal defense, family law, and personal injury cases. Our practice is built on a foundation of compassion, courtroom experience, and a commitment to protecting clients' rights. With deep roots in the local community, we combine personalized legal strategies with extensive knowledge of Louisiana's legal system to deliver results-driven solutions. Our team prioritizes open communication, ensuring clients remain informed throughout every stage of their case. From navigating complex divorces to defending against criminal charges or pursuing compensation for personal injuries, we approach each matter with the same dedication to excellence.Our founder, Jacob Colonna, brings specialized expertise in litigation across civil, criminal, and family law domains, supported by a network of professional referrals for specialized needs. We maintain active memberships in the Louisiana State Bar Association and Southwest Louisiana State Bar Association, reflecting our commitment to professional standards. By offering flexible payment plans and affordable options for uncontested divorces, we strive to make quality legal representation accessible to all clients.
Services
Criminal Defense
Family Law
Personal Injury
Brain Injury Claims
Truck Accidents
DWI Defense
Child Custody
Domestic Violence
Wrongful Death
Probation Violations
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We offer 10+ years of litigation experience in Louisiana courts
- Our founder maintains active memberships in state and local bar associations
- We provide personalized legal strategies for each client's unique situation
- We offer affordable options for uncontested divorce proceedings
- We combine courtroom experience with compassionate client communication
Services
Criminal Defense
We provide aggressive defense representation for clients facing criminal charges in Louisiana. Our practice covers DUI/DWI, drug crimes, violent offenses, and probation violations. With extensive courtroom experience, we protect clients' constitutional rights while navigating complex legal procedures. Our approach combines strategic negotiation with trial-ready preparation to achieve optimal outcomes.
Family Law
Our family law practice handles divorce, child custody, and domestic violence cases with compassionate advocacy. We offer both contested and uncontested divorce options while prioritizing clients' family relationships. Through mediation or litigation, we work to protect parental rights and secure fair property divisions in accordance with Louisiana law.
Personal Injury
We represent clients injured through others' negligence in motor vehicle accidents, workplace incidents, and premises liability cases. Our contingency fee basis ensures access to justice while we pursue compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain suffering. We handle complex cases involving brain injuries and wrongful death claims.
Brain Injury Claims
Our firm specializes in traumatic brain injury cases resulting from accidents and negligence. We work with medical experts to document long-term impacts while pursuing compensation for medical care, vocational rehabilitation, and quality-of-life changes. Our litigation strategy addresses both economic and non-economic damages.
Truck Accident Litigation
We handle complex truck accident cases involving commercial carriers and regulatory compliance issues. Our investigation process examines driver logs, maintenance records, and federal regulations to establish liability. We pursue full compensation for catastrophic injuries while navigating insurance company defenses.
People
Jacob Colonna
Managing Attorney
Jacob Colonna founded Colonna Law Firm in 2013 after serving as litigation head at a local firm. A Louisiana State University graduate with dual degrees in law and civil law, he brings extensive trial experience in criminal, family, and personal injury law to each case.
Questions
What areas of law does Colonna Law Firm specialize in?
We focus on criminal defense, family law, and personal injury cases, including specialized areas like DWI defense, brain injury claims, and truck accident litigation.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide free case evaluations for all new clients to discuss their legal options and develop appropriate strategies.
How does the firm handle out-of-court settlements?
We prioritize negotiated resolutions when beneficial, but maintain full trial readiness to protect clients' interests in all family law and personal injury matters.
What payment options are available?
We offer flexible payment plans and competitive rates for uncontested divorces, with personal injury cases handled on a contingency fee basis.
How quickly can I expect case resolution?
Timelines vary by case complexity, but we work efficiently to resolve matters promptly while ensuring thorough preparation for all legal proceedings.
