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Walter M. Sanchez

Walter Marshall Sanchez is the founder of Sanchez Burke, LLC in Lake Charles, Louisiana. For more than 40 years, he has represented clients in criminal defense and family law matters across Louisiana. Admitted to the Louisiana Bar in 1984, he earned his J.D. from Louisiana State University Law Center, where he won the Flory Trial Moot Court Competition. His work has been recognized in Louisiana Super Lawyers, The Best Lawyers in America, and by the Louisiana Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers with the Judge Albert Tate Award.

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Pain and Suffering Settlement Examples in Louisiana

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Last Modified on Jan 12, 2026

When another person’s actions or negligence led to you getting hurt, it’s imperative to know your legal options when it comes to recovering damages. For instance, you can seek compensation for more abstract damages outside of medical bills and vehicle repairs. By learning about common…

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Average Truck Accident Settlement in Cameron Parish, LA

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Last Modified on Sep 04, 2025

Commercial truck accidents involve a complex web of legal issues. These aren’t simple cases. It’s essential to understand what distinguishes these claims in Cameron Parish. These differences can affect the average truck accident settlement in Cameron Parish, LA. Experienced Car Accident Attorneys in Cameron Parish…

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Amanda Noland’s Statement Following Resolution of Estate Litigation

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Last Modified on Jun 16, 2025

Amanda Noland and the McNeese Foundation have reached an agreement regarding the estate of her late father, Robert Noland. Though this process has been deeply personal and challenging at times, Amanda's support for McNeese State University has never wavered, her long-standing commitment to the university's…

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What To Do After a Car Accident in Lake Charles, LA?

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Last Modified on Dec 26, 2024

Experiencing a car accident can be difficult, especially when trying to work through the immediate aftermath. Those asking what to do after a car accident in Lake Charles, LA, should consider working with a personal injury attorney. Don’t let confusion or mistakes compromise your case…

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Considerations for same-sex divorce in Louisiana

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Last Modified on Mar 12, 2024

Same-sex marriage became federally legalized in 2015. Now, same-sex couples encounter various legal issues nonexistent before the federal decree. Depending on when and where you married your partner, you may face legal hurdles if you want a divorce. Continue reading to learn more about the…

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How do Louisiana courts divide debt in a divorce?

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Last Modified on Mar 11, 2024

Courts in Louisiana follow the community property approach to dividing spouses’ assets. For the most part, everything that couples own jointly and together is subject to division. Courts treat debts the same way that they treat assets in dividing community property. Here are some important…

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4 planning tips to help make the property division process easier

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Last Modified on Mar 12, 2024

If you and your spouse have decided to end your marriage, you may feel overwhelmed at the prospect of the property division phase of your divorce. What to do? Where to start? Here are four advance planning tips that should make the property division process…

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Custody considerations for Louisiana grandparents

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Last Modified on Mar 12, 2024

If your grandchildren live with you already or you have concerns about their home life, you may want to seek legal custody. Louisiana allows grandparents to take this step in certain situations. Review the factors that affect grandparent visitation and custody in the state before…

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Grandparents and obtaining custody of their grandchildren

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Last Modified on Feb 10, 2025

A Louisiana judge may grant a grandparent’s request to obtain visitation rights to a grandchild. However, this is only true if it would be in the child’s best interest to maintain a relationship with that extended family member. Is the child in danger? A grandparent…

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Same-sex child custody in Louisiana

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Last Modified on Mar 12, 2024

During a divorce, parents should strive to create a custody plan that fits the family’s needs and supports the child’s optimal well-being. State laws also guide decisions about child custody, including cases involving same-sex couples who have children together. Review the factors that influence custody…

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