Lake Charles, Louisiana · Calcasieu Parish

Lake Charles Attorney
Fighting for Your Family

Divorce · Custody · Adoption · Criminal Defense · Personal Injury

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Devin Fontenot, Lake Charles Family Law Attorney
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A Lake Charles Law Firm Built Around You

Divorce is painful. Custody battles are exhausting. A DUI arrest can upend your entire life. When you're facing something like this, you don't need more confusion — you need a Lake Charles law firm that listens, tells you the truth, and fights hard for what matters to you and your family.

Devin Fontenot has been serving families in Lake Charles and Southwest Louisiana for over 10 years. As a lifelong Lake Charles resident — a graduate of Barbe High School and McNeese State University — he understands this community because he's part of it. He earned his law degree from Southern University Law Center, graduating cum laude in 2015, and opened his own firm in 2020 to build the kind of practice he believed clients deserved: one built on honesty, clear communication, and real results.

Before starting his firm, Devin represented juveniles as a public defender in Calcasieu Parish. Today, he gives back as the attorney for Oasis: A Safe Haven, a domestic abuse treatment center serving survivors across Southwest Louisiana. His role isn't to be the hero of your story — it's to guide you through one of the hardest seasons of your life and come out the other side with clarity and confidence.

J.D., Southern University Law Center — Cum Laude, 2015 B.S. Criminal Justice, McNeese State Former Calcasieu Parish Public Defender Attorney, Oasis: A Safe Haven Lake Charles Native
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Devin Fontenot
Attorney at Law · Lake Charles, Louisiana · Est. 2020

How We Help Lake Charles Families

From divorce and custody to criminal defense and personal injury — experienced representation for the legal challenges that matter most to Southwest Louisiana families.

Family Law

Protecting what matters most — your children, your finances, and your future.

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Criminal Defense

Protecting your freedom, your record, and your future in Calcasieu Parish courts.

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Personal Injury

Pursuing full compensation when someone else's negligence changes your life.

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What Makes the Difference When It Matters Most

When you're in the middle of a divorce, a custody fight, or a criminal charge, you need more than a lawyer. You need someone who shows up.

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You Get Someone Who Knows These Courts

Devin is a lifelong Lake Charles resident. He knows the judges, the procedures, and the culture of Calcasieu Parish courts. That local knowledge makes a real difference in your case.

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A Team That Stays With You

From your first call to your final court date, our firm keeps you informed at every step. You always know where your case stands and what comes next.

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You Get Honest Expectations From Day One

Our firm gives you honest expectations from day one — not what you want to hear, but what you need to know. No surprises, no false promises, just clear guidance throughout your case.

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You Move Forward, Not Just Through

The goal isn't just to resolve your case — it's to set you up for what comes next. Every strategy our firm builds is focused on outcomes that actually improve your life after the case is closed.

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Real Results for Lake Charles Families

Don't take our word for it — hear from the families we've represented throughout Calcasieu Parish and Southwest Louisiana.

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Best attorney in town! He helped me through my divorce, custody, and adoption and made a stressful process so much easier. I am extremely thankful for everything he did. You won't get anyone better than him.

SD
Shawn Duhon Divorce, Custody & Adoption
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Devin and his staff are professional, courteous, and work hard for their clients. We have used Devin for child custody, divorce, and intrafamily adoption. All cases were handled respectfully and we could not have had better outcomes.

AL
Alonnia Custody, Divorce & Adoption
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Devin was the absolute best choice for our custody and adoption! He was down to earth and all business in court, did everything possible to ensure the best outcome for our family. He nails it every single time, no matter the situation.

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Taylor Phipps Custody & Adoption
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Frequently Asked Questions

What areas of law does Devin Fontenot practice in Lake Charles?
Devin Fontenot practices family law, criminal defense, and personal injury in Lake Charles, Louisiana. His primary focus is family law — including divorce, child custody, child support, and adoption — serving Calcasieu Parish and Southwest Louisiana.
How long does a divorce take in Louisiana?
An uncontested divorce in Louisiana requires a minimum waiting period of 180 days if you have minor children, or 365 days without. A contested divorce that requires a trial can take 12 to 24 months or longer. See our divorce attorney page for a full breakdown of the process.
Does Devin Fontenot handle DUI cases in Lake Charles?
Yes. Devin handles DUI defense throughout Calcasieu Parish. After a DUI arrest in Louisiana, you have only 15 days to request a hearing to protect your driver's license. If you've been arrested, call (337) 508-2627 immediately.
Can Devin Fontenot help with stepparent or intrafamily adoption in Louisiana?
Yes — adoption is one of Devin's specialties. His firm handles stepparent and intrafamily adoptions throughout Southwest Louisiana, including cases where the biological parent's rights must be legally terminated.
Where is Devin Fontenot's law office located?
The office is located at 2706 Hodges Street, Lake Charles, Louisiana 70601. Office hours are Monday through Thursday 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM and Friday 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM. Clients throughout Calcasieu Parish, Sulphur, Westlake, and surrounding communities are welcome.