About Barbara
Barbara Watzke is an attorney primarily based in Slidell, Louisiana, with a focal point on personal damage regulation. Her in depth legal know-how additionally encompasses criminal law, DUI and DWI protection, household law, divorce, insolvency, property law, and military law. Admitted to the Louisiana State Bar, she has dedicated numerous years to serving clients throughout the area. This gives comprehensive legal help tailored to their wants. Ms. Watzke earned her Juris Doctor from Harvard Law School, a prestigious organization known for its rigorous educational requirements. Prior to her law school training, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Tulane University, the place she developed a robust foundation within the concepts of law and governance. During her time at Harvard, she interned with the U.S.
Attorney's Office in New Orleans, the place she worked in federal prosecution—a possibility that enriched her knowing of the legal system. In her private damage practice, Ms. Watzke advocates for clients who've sustained accidents from a number of incidents, including accidents, medical malpractice, and workplace accidents. She adeptly guides her clients through the facts of coverage claims, negotiations, and, when necessary, litigation. Her commitment to her clients is clear in her thorough strategy to every case, making sure that they receive the compensation they deserve. Her felony regulation practice is equally strong, encompassing many offenses from misdemeanors to serious felonies. Ms. Watzke specializes in DUI and DWI cases, employing comprehensive protection strategies to protect her clients' rights and interests.
In the realm of family law, she assists clients with divorce hearings, parental custody disputes. Spousal support matters, providing compassionate advice to help them navigate the emotional and legal demanding situations that frequently accompany household transitions. In addition to her private damage and criminal regulation practices, Ms. Watzke makes a speciality of insolvency, helping people and agencies explore debt relief alternatives such as Chapter 7 and Chapter thirteen filings. She additionally offers counsel on property transactions, ensuring adherence with Louisiana property laws. Her servicemember law practice includes representing service members in a number of matters, including court-martial defense, administrative hearings, and army discharge improvements—demonstrating her dedication to protective the rights of those who serve within the armed forces. Her workplace is centrally located at 1925-A Corporate Square Drive, Slidell, LA 70458. Clients can attain her by telephone at (985) 639-1791 or via email at barbrnjd@bellsouth.net.
Ms. Watzke is a member in good standing of the Louisiana State Bar Association and the St. Tammany Parish Bar Association. Beyond her legal practice, she is engaged in nearby network organizations, including the Slidell Chamber of Commerce and the Northshore Women's Business Association. Additionally, she volunteers with the St. Tammany Humane Society and serves on the board of the Slidell Cultural Center, reflecting her dedication to each her profession and her network.