Stockwell Sievert Viccellio Clements & Shaddock LLP

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General Info: Our mission is to provide our clients in Lake Charles, Louisiana and surrounding areas the best legal representation possible. Stockwell Sievert Law Firm provides legal services to individuals and to businesses of every size, in most areas of litigation and in all kinds of personal and business law transactions, including those in industry, healthcare law, insurance law, construction law and real estate law.
Location: One Lakeside Plz
Other Link: https://www.ssvcs.com
Categories: Attorneys, Accident & Property Damage Attorneys, Bankruptcy Law Attorneys, Bankruptcy Services, Business Law Attorneys, Business Litigation Attorneys, Child Custody Attorneys, Construction Law Attorneys, Corporation & Partnership Law Attorneys, Criminal Law Attorneys, Divorce Attorneys, Employee Benefits & Worker Compensation Attorneys, Employment Discrimination Attorneys, Estate Planning, Probate, & Living Trusts, Family Law Attorneys, General Practice Attorneys, Labor & Employment Law Attorneys, Malpractice Law Attorneys, Medical Malpractice Attorneys, Personal Injury Law Attorneys, Real Estate Attorneys, Tax Attorneys, Trust Companies, Wills, Trusts & Estate Planning Attorneys, Workers Compensation Assistance, Wrongful Death Attorneys

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Phone: (337) 436-9491

Address: 1 Lakeside Plz, Lake Charles, LA 70601

Website: https://www.ssvcs.com

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Divorce
Collaborative divorce — Another option for married couples who are breaking up but want to avoid courtroom battles is collaborative divorce. During this process, the parties and their lawyers work together to share information, bring in professional assistance where needed and develop an agreement that can be incorporated into the dissolution order. Unlike mediation, there is no third party to administer the proceedings.
Child Support
Several factors go into child support determinations under Louisiana law. In addition to the standard formula, it might be in everyone’s best interests to establish particular terms concerning education costs, extracurricular activities or special medical needs. Our Lake Charles firm, Stockwell, Sievert, Viccellio, Clements & Shaddock, L.L.P., advises parents on all types of child support issues from the setting of payment terms to assisting with modifications and enforcement so that their children’s financial welfare is protected.
Child Custody and Visitation
Stockwell, Sievert, Viccellio, Clements & Shaddock, L.L.P. provides skillful representation to Louisiana clients in all types of child custody matters, including modification and enforcement proceedings. From our office in Lake Charles, our family lawyers conduct a thorough review of the relevant circumstances to foster the best possible arrangements addressing legal authority, physical custody and visitation rights.
Premarital Agreement
Guardianship
Drafting the document — By consulting with a qualified attorney, you can count on completing the will-drafting process with a document that accurately reflects your goals and minimizes the potential for confusion or conflict after you are gone. In addition to ensuring your will distributes your property according to your wishes and works in conjunction with other estate planning instruments, we can help you leave clear instructions regarding guardianship of your minor children.
Spousal Support
Resolving conflicts over alimony arrangements can be a complicated, emotional process. At Stockwell, Sievert, Viccellio, Clements & Shaddock, L.L.P. in Lake Charles, our accomplished Southwest Louisiana divorce lawyers aim to make the process easier by handling spousal support issues during negotiations and in court. After evaluating the circumstances in your case, we will explain how a judge might decide your alimony case based on the factors set forth in Louisiana law. From there, our attorneys are prepared to advocate for you, whether you depended on your spouse for income or earned most or all of the family’s funds. We are effective negotiators during settlement discussions and are always ready to argue your case in court if that’s the best way to achieve a favorable outcome.

Criminal Defense
Kathleen graduated with honors from Louisiana College in Pineville, Louisiana, with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Pre-Law. From there she enlisted in the United States Army as a paralegal and served her 4 year active duty tour at Fort Bragg, North Carolina with the XVIII Airborne Corps at the Office of the Staff Judge Advocate. Kathleen received numerous military awards and was promoted to the rank of Sergeant after only two years of service while she worked as a paralegal in the Criminal Law Section. From there, she became the Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge of the Capital Litigation Section of the XVIII Airborne Corps Office of the Staff Judge Advocate. Upon the end of her active duty tour, Kathleen elected to serve an additional 2 years in the United States Army Reserves at the 2nd Legal Support Organization located in New Orleans, Louisiana. During her reserve tour, she enrolled in law school at Louisiana State University, where she later received her Juris Doctor Diploma and Graduate Diploma in Comparative Law. Kathleen now lives in Sulphur, Louisiana, and in her free time she enjoys reading, spending time with her family and friends, cooking, fishing, and swimming.
Wrongful Death
Andy has conducted more than 1,900 mediations (85%+ Success Rate) throughout Louisiana and in Texas. He has extensive experience in complex, multi-party litigation cases (Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home, Trucking, Railroad, Road Hazard/Defect, Oilfield Legacy, Product Liability, Insurance Coverage, Construction, Maritime, Expropriation, Environmental, Business, and Property & Casualty).
Fraud
Fraud — Claims of intentional or negligent misrepresentation often turn on small details or individual interpretations. We represent plaintiffs and defendants in all types of business fraud litigation.
Arson
Admitted to bar, 1984, Louisiana. Education: Centenary College (B.S., 1981): Louisiana State University (J.D., 1984). Alpha Chi. Served as law clerk for the 14th Judicial District Court, 1984-1985. Member: Southwest Louisiana Bar Association; Louisiana State Bar Association (House of Delegates, 1998-2002 & 2006-2012); American Bar Association; Louisiana Association of Defense Counsel (Membership Committee); Southwest Louisiana Defense Counsel; Calcasieu Industrial Relations Board; Louisiana Association of Business and Industry (Louisiana Workers’ Compensation Task Force); Louisiana Young Lawyers Association (District Representative, 1993); Louisiana State University Fire Training Program (Speaker on arson defense and investigation, 1992); and The Chamber/Southwest (Young Leadership Course, 1994). Certified in Advanced Arson Investigation and Kinesic Interviewing Techniques. V.C.C. counsel for bi-yearly meetings. Baton Rouge Bar Association.

Business and Corporate Law

Corporate Law
Corporate governance — Completing a deal demands strict adherence to legal and internal guidelines. Moreover, after the transaction is completed, corporate governance provisions might need to be amended or revised based on the new circumstances.
Mergers and Acquisitions
At every stage of a business transaction, the mergers and acquisitions attorneys of Stockwell, Sievert, Viccellio, Clements & Shaddock, L.L.P. in Lake Charles deliver valuable legal guidance. Regardless of the industry involved or the complexity of the deal, our firm helps companies perform due diligence, manage leadership issues, draft authoritative contracts and address potential legal and regulatory obstacles.
Business Formation
Business and banking law — Our attorneys offer knowledgeable counsel in litigation and advisory matters to businesses of all types and sizes. Whether you need assistance with business formation, contracts, issues relating to mergers and acquisitions or another commercial concern, you can rely on us for representation tailored to your needs. We have the skill and experience to handle complex issues, such as matters relating to the banking and healthcare industries.
Business Disputes
Admitted to bar, 1981, Louisiana. Education: Louisiana State University (B.A., 1978; J.D., 1981). Author: “The Admissibility and Weight of Expert Testimony in Toxic Tort Litigation,” The Louisiana Environmental Lawyer, Vol. 2, No. 1, 1994. Served as a Special Assistant Attorney General for the State of Louisiana in oil and gas litigation. Recognized member of “Best Lawyers in America” in commercial litigation and mass tort litigation, (2008-) and “Louisiana Super Lawyers” in business litigation, (2008-). Also listed in Chambers USA - America's Leading Lawyers for Business (2012-present), as a Top Ranked attorney for Environmental Litigation in Louisiana. Also recognized in the 2012 Top Rated Lawyers® Annual Guide to Energy, Environmental & Natural Resources Law. Member: Southwest Louisiana Bar Association; Louisiana State Bar Association (Board of Governors, 1990-1991; Mineral Law Section, Chairman, 1991-1992; Young Lawyers Section, Chairman, 1990-1991; CLE Committee, 1992-1995; Associate Bar Examiner, 1990-present; Committee on the Rules of Professional Conduct, 2004-; Bench Bar Committee, 2008-2009); American Bar Association (Natural Resources, Energy and Environmental Law Section Council, 1990-1992; Special Committee on Environmental and Toxic Torts, Vice-Chairman, 1992-1994; Corporate, Banking and Business Law Section); Southwest Louisiana Association of Defense Counsel; Louisiana State Law Institute (Advisory Council Member, 1990-1991; Mineral Code Committee, 1992-1998, Civil Procedure Committee 2010-); LSU Law Center Mineral Law Institute (Advisory Council, 1988-1991; Speakers Committee, 1989-1990); McNeese State University (Adjunct Professor, Administrative Law and Trial Practice and Procedure, 1983-1986); Member, Bench Bar Committee, 2009-2010; and Louisiana Association of Defense Counsel (Board of Directors, 2018-2020).
Business Transactions
Many of the most prominent financial institutions in Lake Charles rely on Stockwell, Sievert, Viccellio, Clements & Shaddock, L.L.P. for the skillful handling of matters relating to collections, bankruptcy, real estate loans, corporate financing, lender liability and commercial transactions. Several firm partners have extensive experience in this practice area, working on behalf of local, regional and out-of-state lenders. We have a strong grasp on the federal and state laws that pertain to these situations and real-world considerations that can be the difference between a favorable outcome and a failed undertaking. Regardless of how simple or sophisticated your particular banking concern might be, our attorneys will give you insightful advice and assertive advocacy.
Antitrust

Workers Compensation
Attorneys with Stockwell, Sievert who specialize in labor have extensive experience in management representation and counseling on all aspects of labor relations and employment matters. The firm has been especially active in the representation of industry within the courts and in private organizations.
Wrongful Termination
Employment Discrimination
Employment Litigation
John graduated from Louisiana State University School of Law in 1974 and has been with the law firm of Stockwell, Sievert for the last 36 years. He has tried approximately 100 jury cases to decisions on different matters in State and Federal Court. He has also been involved in over 70 labor arbitration matters representing various industries. He has taught trial tactics as a faculty member of the International Association of Defense Counsel (IADC) Trial Academy in Boulder, Colorado, and has given lectures for the Louisiana Bar Association and IADC on the issues of trial tactics, bad faith, fraud, medical malpractice, and employment issues. John litigated the first reported jury trial in Louisiana involving the Americans for Disability Act. He has been a member of the Steering Committee in Class Litigation representing Louisiana medical providers where he assisted in securing a Judgment for $260 Million Dollars and other Multi-Million Dollar settlements. He has also been a contributing writer to the IADC Arson and Fraud Handbook. As a result of his work, he has been recognized for his accomplishments by the following peer reviews...

Real Estate Litigation
Real estate — With a strong background in real estate law, several firm attorneys assist with residential and commercial property issues, such as transactions, title matters and foreclosures.
Construction Litigation
Since 1989, Stockwell, Sievert’s mediators have conducted in excess of 1200 mediations in personal injury areas such as Jones Act, products liability, and automobile and homeowners' casualty claims, and in business disputes and construction claims.
Property Damage

Personal Injury
Our extensive personal injury practice represents individuals who have claims coming within these same categories of litigation. However, our ethics preclude us from representing clients that would pose a conflict of interest with any of the firm’s established corporate clients.
Medical Malpractice
Stockwell, Sievert represents the two tertiary care facilities in Southwest Louisiana, as well as other hospitals, self-insured physicians, doctors of chiropractic, and medical clinics in the area. Our attorneys who are specifically dedicated to medical malpractice defense maintain contact with a number of healthcare experts who aid in the comprehensive defense of medical malpractice cases. Those of our attorneys who are specifically dedicated to healthcare law also provide general business and litigation advice to clients regarding specific compliance with healthcare laws, risk management and risk prevention.

Trusts and Estates

Estate Planning
Making suitable revisions — As your life changes, your estate planning goals will likely change as well. Neglecting to update wills, trusts and advance directives could create a problem if something unexpected occurs. Whether you’ve gotten married or divorced, had children, experienced a change in financial assets or just adjusted your priorities, we’ll review your current choices and make any necessary revisions.
Wills
Trusts
After evaluating your objectives, we assess whether a trust could serve your interests effectively. These legal instruments can meet all types of particular needs whether you are looking to transfer ownership of a business, direct that funds be used for a specific purpose or save your intended beneficiaries from having to go through a lengthy probate process. If you believe this is a proper solution, we’ll further explain the differences between revocable and irrevocable trusts along with the mechanics of how these instruments are created and administered.
Power of Attorney
Advance directives help people control their medical decisions in the event they are unable to express their wishes due to illness or injury. Our firm drafts durable power of attorney documents where you can name a trusted person to serve as your agent in treatment matters should you become incapacitated. We can also help set up a living will that states what type of extraordinary measures you want, and don’t want, to prolong your life.
Probate

Bankruptcy
Bankruptcy issues frequently arise as an adjunct to general commercial banking transactions, foreclosures and collections. The firm has several attorneys who practice daily in the United States' Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Louisiana, and who have practiced in the other bankruptcy courts in the state. The firm represents creditors in all forms of consumer and business bankruptcy cases.
Foreclosure
Tax Law
Stockwell, Sievert is actively involved in providing legal advice and representation in matters of state and local taxation, including income and franchise tax, ad valorem tax, and sales and use tax. The firm represents its business and industry clients in state and local tax protests at the administrative level, before the Louisiana Tax Commission, the Louisiana Board of Tax Appeals, and the Louisiana Department of Revenue and Taxation.
Debt Collection
We use a variety of methods to secure proper payment and are highly conversant with the federal and state Fair Debt Collection Practices Acts as well as other laws governing these situations. Our business litigation attorneys can also handle supplemental proceedings such as orders for arrest.

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