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General Practice Lawyers in Houma, LA: 2026 rankings

38 general practice lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Highest LFR Score in Houma: Law Office of Heather C. McAllister, LLC, LFR Score 67/100; 4.8★ from 78 Google reviews.

  2. 4

    Open 24 hours (per Google): Paul Lapeyrouse Attorney at Law, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #4 of 38.

  3. 3

    Most-reviewed: AMO Trial Lawyers, 121 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 38 ranked; ranked #3.

Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

38 Houma general practice lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 2 are open 24/7, 2 open Saturdays and 1 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.3★ across 38 rated law firms.

Top 10 general practice lawyers in Houma at a glance

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

Top 10 general practice lawyers in Houma at a glance
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursNotable for
1Law Office of Heather C. McAllister, LLC674.8★ (78)Houma—Top score
2Derrick Prentice Law Firm664.6★ (18)Houma——
3AMO Trial Lawyers655.0★ (121)Thibodaux, 15 mi away—Most reviews
4Paul Lapeyrouse Attorney at Law654.2★ (6)HoumaOpen 24 hrs (Google)Open 24 hours
5Southern Legal Clinics654.6★ (41)Houma——
6Thompson Kevin D644.3★ (12)Houma——
7Jerri G Smitko Law Offices643.6★ (21)Houma——
8Dennis J Elfert Law Office634.7★ (7)Houma——
9Gregory Schwab LLC634.6★ (7)Houma——
10Waitz & Downer634.4★ (27)Houma——

All 38 general practice lawyers in Houma, in rank order

Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

  3. #3 AMO Trial Lawyers

    Based in Thibodaux, 15 mi away

    65/100LFR Score

    Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 121 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 121 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    604 W 3rd St, Thibodaux, LA 70301
    View profile for AMO Trial Lawyers(985) 446-3333

  5. Based in Houma

    65/100LFR Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 41 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.6★ from 41 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1340 W Tunnel Blvd Ste 315, Houma, LA 70360
    View profile for Southern Legal Clinics(985) 868-9100

  6. #6 Thompson Kevin D

    Based in Houma

    64/100LFR Score

    Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.3★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 4.3★ from 12 Google reviews
    Address
    7921 Park Ave, Houma, LA 70364
    View profile for Thompson Kevin D(985) 876-4399

  9. #9 Gregory Schwab LLC

    Based in Houma

    63/100LFR Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 4.6★ from 7 Google reviews
    Address
    100 Ramey Rd # B, Houma, LA 70360
    View profile for Gregory Schwab LLC(985) 223-4457

  10. #10 Waitz & Downer

    Based in Houma

    63/100LFR Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.4★ from 27 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.4★ from 27 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–4:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–3:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    423 Goode St, Houma, LA 70360
    View profile for Waitz & Downer(985) 876-0870

  11. #11 Fairchild Heather P

    Based in Houma

    63/100LFR Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.5★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 3.5★ from 11 Google reviews
    Address
    510 Roussell St, Houma, LA 70360
    View profile for Fairchild Heather P(985) 876-7757

  13. #13 The Shoultz Law Firm

    Based in Houma

    62/100LFR Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Trial attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    1750 Martin Luther King Blvd Ste 109-265, Houma, LA 70360
    View profile for The Shoultz Law Firm(985) 664-4269

  14. #14 Abel Law Firm, LLC

    Based in Thibodaux, 15 mi away

    62/100LFR Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 51 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 51 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    501 W 3rd St, Thibodaux, LA 70301
    View profile for Abel Law Firm, LLC(985) 387-8919

  15. #15 Bordelon and Shea, LLP

    Based in Houma

    62/100LFR Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 4.5★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    407 Roussell St, Houma, LA 70360
    View profile for Bordelon and Shea, LLP(985) 876-3377

  16. #16 Christen, Rhymes & Pellegrin

    Based in Houma

    61/100LFR Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.5★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    518 School St, Houma, LA 70360
    View profile for Christen, Rhymes & Pellegrin(985) 851-1516

  18. #18 Randall M. Alfred, APLC

    Based in Houma

    61/100LFR Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.9★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 3.9★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–4 PM · Fri 9 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    106 Ramey Rd, Houma, LA 70360
    View profile for Randall M. Alfred, APLC(985) 876-4292

  19. #19 Fairchild Law Firm LLC The

    Based in Houma

    61/100LFR Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.2★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 3.2★ from 22 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    510 Roussell St, Houma, LA 70360
    View profile for Fairchild Law Firm LLC The(985) 876-7757

  20. #20 Todd Joffrion

    Based in Houma

    61/100LFR Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.7★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 3.7★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    7921 Park Ave, Houma, LA 70364
    View profile for Todd Joffrion(985) 223-3392

  21. #21 Joan Malbrough & Associates

    Based in Houma

    60/100LFR Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.6★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 3.6★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    319 Roussell St, Houma, LA 70360
    View profile for Joan Malbrough & Associates(985) 873-2849

  22. #22 The Stark Law Firm

    Based in Houma

    60/100LFR Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.9★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 3.9★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    275 Gabasse St, Houma, LA 70360
    View profile for The Stark Law Firm(985) 223-3213

  25. #25 Tracy Schwab Law

    Based in Houma

    59/100LFR Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 2.9★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 2.9★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    7836 Park Ave, Houma, LA 70364
    View profile for Tracy Schwab Law(985) 262-0587

All 38 general practice lawyers

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #38, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile.

general practice lawyers in Houma, ranks 26 to 38
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Woody Falgoust, Title, Law, Estates594.5★ (20)15 mi
27Ann Mallett Barker593.7★ (6)12 mi
28Brunet & Kliebert, Attorneys at Law, LLC595.0★ (3)In Houma
29Robert P Cuccia Inc582.1★ (7)In Houma
30Leslie J Clement Jr LC584.1★ (20)15 mi
31Michael J Billiot LLC Law Office582.7★ (3)In Houma
32Donegan Bartell & Henry584.0★ (4)15 mi
33Caillouet Law Office585.0★ (3)14 mi
34Gouaux Law Firm584.6★ (9)11 mi
35Zeringue Law Group575.0★ (8)15 mi
36Soignet & Gautreaux575.0★ (3)15 mi
37Naquin Law Firm573.7★ (10)15 mi
38Law Office of Jeremy P. Robichaux553.0★ (6)15 mi

Also serving Houma

20 more general practice lawyers within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked general practice lawyers serving Houma
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Cancienne Law Firm4.5★ (13)In Houma
Craig J. Landry, Attorney4.9★ (11)In Houma
Damon J Baldone & Associates4.5★ (58)In Houma
Dudley DeBosier Injury Lawyers4.9★ (43)In Houma
Gaidry Law Group4.0★ (4)In Houma
Harrington & Myers5.0★ (28)In Houma
Jessica L. Duet Attorney at Law3.5★ (4)In Houma
John Sirois3.0★ (6)In Houma
Kerry P Byrne Attorneys At Law5.0★ (2)In Houma
Kopfler & Hermann, Attorneys at Law4.9★ (62)In Houma
L. Clayton Burgess | Houma Attorney4.6★ (10)In Houma
Law Office of Will Schieffler4.8★ (8)In Houma
Law Offices of William S. Bordelon4.0★ (2)In Houma
Malbrough & Gottschalk, Attorneys at Law5.0★ (2)In Houma
Ory Law Group5.0★ (123)In Houma
Patrick Yancey Law Firm4.9★ (235)In Houma
Philip A Spence LLC Law Office5.0★ (6)In Houma
Scott Vicknair Personal Injury Lawyers5.0★ (116)In Houma
Teresa King, Esquire, LLC4.4★ (21)In Houma
The Law Offices of Brent J. Rhodes4.7★ (24)In Houma

How we ranked Houma general practice lawyers

We scored 38 Houma general practice lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

LFR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Houma data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Bar status10%An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded)Not yet collected
Review volume10%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the listMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability5%Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7Measured
Practice focus15%How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity5%An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same)Measured
Law Firms Ranked reviews10%Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there areMeasured

How to choose a general practice lawyer

  1. Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
  2. Ask how many general legal matters matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
  3. Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
  4. Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
  5. Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
  6. Ask how often the firm handles your kind of matter, and whether it would refer it elsewhere.
  7. Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.

Questions to ask a general practice lawyer

  • How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
  • How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
  • Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
  • How often do you handle matters like mine?
  • Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?

Terms explained

Contingency fee
A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
Retainer
Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
Flat fee
One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
Limited-scope representation
Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
Statute of limitations
The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
Good standing
A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
Law society
The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
Board certification
Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
Attorney–client privilege
The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
Conflict check
The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
Pro bono
Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
Legal aid
Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.

General practice lawyers in Houma: frequently asked questions

Which general practice lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Houma?

By LFR Score, the highest-ranked general practice lawyer in Houma, LA is Law Office of Heather C. McAllister, LLC with an LFR Score of 67/100. It has 4.8★ from 78 Google reviews. Derrick Prentice Law Firm (#2) and AMO Trial Lawyers (#3) follow. We ranked 38 general practice lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many general practice lawyers are there in Houma?

LawFirmsRanked ranks 38 general practice lawyers serving Houma, LA. 26 of them are based in Houma; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.

Which general practice lawyers in Houma are open 24/7?

2 ranked general practice lawyers in Houma post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Paul Lapeyrouse Attorney at Law (#4) and The Shoultz Law Firm (#13). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.

Which general practice lawyers in Houma work on weekends?

2 of 38 ranked general practice lawyers post Saturday hours and 1 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Paul Lapeyrouse Attorney at Law (#4) and The Shoultz Law Firm (#13). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.

What Google rating do Houma general practice lawyers have?

The median Google rating among 38 rated general practice lawyers in Houma is 4.3★, with a median of 10 reviews. AMO Trial Lawyers has the most, 121 reviews, and ranks #3. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does LawFirmsRanked rank general practice lawyers?

Each general practice lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Do general practice lawyers outside Houma count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Houma city center, our service radius for general practice lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.

Can general practice lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?

No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.

How do general practice lawyers in Houma, LA charge?

General practice lawyers usually charge flat fees for routine work such as simple wills or closings and hourly rates for disputes. Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.

When is a general practice lawyer a good fit?

For common matters such as wills, home purchases, small business contracts or minor disputes, especially in smaller cities. For complex cases, ask how often the firm handles your kind of matter. This is general information, not legal advice.

How is this list of general practice lawyers in Houma, LA ranked?

By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.

Does a lawyer need an office in Houma?

No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.

Update log for Houma

  1. November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 38 general practice lawyers serving Houma.

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