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Experienced Trial Lawyers in Jefferson Parish

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Put Marino & Ehle's

Knowledge Experience Reputation

To Work For You

Experienced Trial Lawyers in Jefferson Parish

Jefferson Parish Criminal Defense Attorneys

Proven Criminal Defense Representation in Jefferson Parish

If you have been arrested or charged with a crime in Jefferson Parish, the attorney you choose matters.

For decades, Marino & Ehle has built a reputation for experienced, strategic criminal defense representation in 24th Judicial District courtrooms in Jefferson Parish. Our attorneys have defended clients facing charges ranging from misdemeanors such as marijuana possession and DWI to serious felony offenses and homicide cases.

When your freedom, reputation, career, and future are on the line, you need attorneys with extensive courtroom and jury trial experience who are prepared to fight for you. Our record proves it: We know how to win jury trials.

At Marino & Ehle, criminal defense is our primary focus — and our reputation has been built one case at a time through preparation, professionalism, and proven courtroom advocacy.

Experienced Trial Attorneys

Marino & Ehle brings more than 65 years of combined legal experience representing clients in:
• 24th Judicial District Court
• First Parish Court and Second Parish Court
• City Courts throughout Jefferson Parish

Our attorneys have extensive experience handling:
• Drug Charges
• DWI / DUI Defense
• Gun Charges
• Violent Crimes
• Domestic Violence Cases
• Felony Charges
• Homicide Cases
• Probation Violations
• Expungements

Our firm has extensive jury trial experience and a long-standing reputation for thorough preparation, strong advocacy, and professional representation inside the courtroom. We know how to win a jury trial.

Criminal Defense Focused

A criminal charge can affect every part of your life:
• Your freedom
• Your employment
• Your reputation
• Your family
• Your future

The decisions you make immediately after an arrest are critical.

Marino & Ehle works quickly to:
• Protect your constitutional rights
• Evaluate the prosecution’s evidence
• Identify legal defenses
• Challenge improper police procedures
• Prepare your case for negotiation or trial

Our attorneys are committed to providing every client with direct communication, personal attention, and experienced legal representation throughout every stage of the case.

A Reputation Built in Jefferson Parish Courtrooms

For decades, Marino & Ehle has represented clients throughout Jefferson Parish with professionalism, preparation, and integrity.

Our attorneys have consistently earned recognition from the legal community.  They have achieved the AV Preeminent designation which is the highest possible peer-review rating for legal ability and ethical standards.

The firm’s criminal defense reputation has been built through years of courtroom advocacy and extensive experience handling serious criminal matters in Jefferson Parish.  Our attorneys have won trials ranging from misdemeanors to felony drug offenses to homicide.

Practice Areas

  • Drug Charges
    Experienced defense for felony & misdemeanor drug offenses, including possession, Possession with intent to distribute, and distribution.

    • DWI / DUI Defense
    Aggressive representation for first-offense and felony DWI charges, including representation at administrative hearings.

    • Gun Charges
    Defense of firearm and weapons offenses under Louisiana law including illegal discharge and illegal possession by a convicted felon.

    • Violent Crimes
    Experienced representation in assault, battery, robbery, and other crimes of violence.

    • Homicide Defense
    Strategic criminal defense representation in the most serious criminal cases. Experienced in self-defense claims.

    • Domestic Violence Cases
    Immediate and experienced representation for domestic abuse allegations and protective order matters including Gwen’s Law hearings,

    • Expungements
    Helping eligible clients clear arrest and conviction records under Louisiana law.

Personal Injury & Civil Representation

In addition to criminal defense, Marino & Ehle also represents clients in:
• Auto Accidents
• Personal Injury Claims

If you have been injured in an accident, our attorneys can help you pursue compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages.

When Experience Matters Most

If you are facing criminal charges in Jefferson Parish, do not wait to seek experienced legal counsel.

The sooner you contact Marino & Ehle, the sooner we can begin protecting your rights and preparing your defense.

Marino & Ehle
Jefferson Parish Criminal Defense Lawyers

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Knowledge

We know the law and are invited to speak and teach often at seminars

Experience

Exceptional experience as trial attorneys in Jefferson Parish

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State Representative Joe Marino, presenting a bill about medical marijuana in 2022. It was passed into law and became Act 439.

Marino & Ehle Local Lawyers

Local

We're just steps away from the Jefferson Parish Courthouse in Gretna.

Client Testimonials

Awards for Marino & Ehle

Martindale-Hubbell has spoken: Peer, client and judge reviewed. Peer, client and judge respected professional litigators.

Marino & Ehle are honest, ethical, hard-working, knowledgable, resourceful trial attorneys.

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As experienced litigators and peer-respected professionals, Marino & Ehle apply their combined experience in and out of the courtroom so your issue gets resolved in the best possible manner.

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