Derwyn Del Bunton, Civil Rights Attorney in New Orleans, Louisiana

Derwyn concentrates on civil rights, criminal defense, and juvenile. Each area below outlines the kind of case Derwyn handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Civil Rights

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• Criminal Defense

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• Juvenile

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Derwyn's primary office is at 2601 Tulane Ave Ste 700, New Orleans, LA, 70119. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new civil rights attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Derwyn usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Derwyn discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in civil rights practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Derwyn for a civil rights case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Derwyn walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Derwyn offer a free consultation?

  Derwyn charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Derwyn's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check Derwyn's current terms during booking.

• How long do civil rights cases in Louisiana typically take?

  Simple civil rights matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Derwyn gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Derwyn take my case if I'm outside New Orleans?

  Derwyn is licensed in Louisiana. Matters governed by Louisiana law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Derwyn will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

• What should I bring to my first meeting with Derwyn?

  Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Derwyn will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Derwyn accepting new civil rights clients right now?

  Derwyn's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.