Douglas Lee Bryan

Attorney Doug Bryan has been serving the local community since 1991 with individualized, experienced legal counsel. As a lifelong resident of Louisiana, he understands the needs of clients and their families. You can rely on his knowledge and compassion throughout your case, whether you were in a car accident, injured at work, want to adopt a child or were charged with a traffic offense. The Bryan Law Firm L.L.C. provides representation in a range of areas of law with a focus on personal injury and work injuries. Doug Bryan began his legal career with a personal injury law firm and remains committed to helping injury victims and their families recover the compensation they need. He understands the importance of treating clients with care while tenaciously pursuing damages from the negligent parties.

Loyola University New Orleans

J.D. (1991) | Law

1988 - 1991

Activities: Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity; Loyola Law Clinic

University of Louisiana - Monroe

B.A. (1988) | Pre-Law

1985 - 1988

Honors: Graduated Cum Laude. Member Phi Alpha Theta Honor Society

Activities: Fiat Justicia Pre-Law Organization

Owner and Principal

The Bryan Law Firm, L.L.C.

2001 - Current

Owner and Principal of law firm focusing on personal injury, worker's compensation, social security, adoption, divorce, family law, and other civil matters.

Associate

Riddle Law Offices

1995 - 2001

Associate attorney for general civil practice law firm

Associate

Neblett, Beard & Arsenault

1991 - 1995

Associate attorney focusing on personal injury, worker's compensation and social security matters.

Notary Public, commissioned statewide

Louisiana Secretary of State

Avoyelles Parish Bar Association

President 1998; President-Elect 1997; Secretary/Treasurer 1996

1995 - Current

Louisiana State Bar

Legal Services for Persons with Disabilities Comm. 96-pres.; House of Delegates 96-pres.; Bd. of Governors 08-09

1991 - Current

Louisiana Association of Justice

Bd. of Governors 99-2000

1995 - 2009

Louisiana

5th Circuit

Since 1999

Federal Circuit

Since 1991

• Free Consultation
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• Contingent Fees
• Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
  Provider firm for many legal service plans, including Legal Shield, ARAG, Hyatt Legal, Legal Resources, CLC, and Workplace Options, among others.

Personal Injury

Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death

Social Security Disability

Workers' Compensation

Family Law

Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law

Estate Planning

Guardianship & Conservatorship Estate Administration, Health Care Directives, Trusts, Wills

Probate

Probate Administration, Probate Litigation, Will Contests

• Car Accidents

Q. I need immediate assistance with my Dad's estate. Fraud has been committed, what do I do to resolve this matter?

24 February 2021

A: You should consult with an attorney who handles successions or estate matters. You should get an attorney immediately if you suspect fraud.

Q. Can a hearing officer order a drug screen without any evidence, in a custody battle?

19 February 2021

A: The law requires that there be good cause shown to order a drug screen. If a hearing officer orders one, that order can be appealed to a trial judge immediately. In a "good cause" standard of review, however, the courts are given a wide range of deference, and such an order is rarely overturned if the matter ever makes it to a court of appeal.

Q. i know my "parents" use my checks that i get from the state for drugs. they never buy me things that need

17 February 2021

A: I'm sorry to hear about your situation. You would have to be emancipated to legally leave the house at 16. I would recommend that you contact an adult family member who may be able to help with your situation, or contact DCFS (Child Protection) to intervene and get you the help that you need. If you feel that you are not safe, you should call 911.

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