Giles J Duplechin, Appellate Attorney in Gretna, Louisiana

Giles concentrates on appellate, business, criminal defense, family law, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Giles handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

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• Criminal Defense

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Giles's primary office is at 1000 4th St., Gretna, LA, 70053-5907. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

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

• How much does it cost to hire Giles for a appellate case?

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

• Does Giles offer a free consultation?

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

• How long do appellate cases in Louisiana typically take?

  Simple appellate 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. Giles gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Giles take my case if I'm outside Gretna?

  Giles 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 — Giles 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 Giles?

  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. Giles will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Giles accepting new appellate clients right now?

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