UPDATE (6/16/24): The Louisiana Supreme Court and the state legislature have reopened the courthouse doors through June 2027 for adult Louisianans subjected to childhood sexual assault. During that “lookback window,” survivors may bring claims and seek justice from their abusers. Lamothe Law Firm attorney Kristi Schubert was interviewed by WDSU-TV regarding recent Louisiana… Read More
Lamothe Law Firm Attorney Kristi Schubert Remarks on Louisiana Supreme Court Oral Argument
UPDATE (6/16/24): The Louisiana Supreme Court and the state legislature have reopened the courthouse doors through June 2027 for adult Louisianans subjected to childhood sexual assault. During that “lookback window,” survivors may bring claims and seek justice from their abusers. John Simerman’s article in The Advocate, “Louisiana high court weighs ‘lookback’ window for child sex… Read More
Kristi Schubert – Leadership in Law Honor by New Orleans CityBusiness
For the third year in a row, Lamothe Law Firm attorney Kristi Schubert has been selected by New Orleans CityBusiness to be a member of their Leadership in Law Class of 2023. Honorees have been chosen because they have distinguished themselves within the legal community by their professional and community involvement, and achievements. Ms. Schubert… Read More
STAR 2023 Champion of Change – Kristi Schubert
We are pleased to announce that STAR – Sexual Trauma Awareness and Response – is honoring our attorney Kristi Schubert as a 2023 Champion of Change. She has been selected for helping to transform the community to help end sexual violence through her civil litigation work for survivors. STAR is honoring Ms. Schubert and hosting… Read More
Lamothe Law Firm Obtains Favorable Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Ruling
UPDATE (6/16/24): The Louisiana Supreme Court and the state legislature have reopened the courthouse doors through June 2027 for adult Louisianans subjected to childhood sexual assault. During that “lookback window,” survivors may bring claims and seek justice from their abusers. The Lamothe Law Firm is pleased to report that we have obtained an appellate… Read More
Louisiana Third Circuit Court of Appeal Upholds Constitutionality of “Lookback Law”
UPDATE (6/16/24): The Louisiana Supreme Court and the state legislature have reopened the courthouse doors through June 2027 for adult Louisianans subjected to childhood sexual assault. During that “lookback window,” survivors may bring claims and seek justice from their abusers. The Louisiana Third Circuit Court of Appeal recently issued a ruling upholding the constitutionality… Read More
Lamothe Law Firm Attorney Featured in the News
Lamothe Law Firm attorney Kristi Schubert was featured in recent media about the Louisiana Supreme Court decision pertaining to the constitutionality of Act 322 which revived previously prescribed child sex abuse claims. The Louisiana Supreme Court declines to address constitutionality of old child sex abuse claims, was written by David Hammer, Eyewitness Investigator, 4WWL. Ms…. Read More
Lamothe Law Firm Attorney Top 40 Under 40
Lamothe Law Firm attorney Kristi Schubert has been selected as a 2023 Top 40 under 40 Civil Plaintiff Trial Lawyer in Louisiana by The National Trial Lawyers. Only a select few of the most qualified attorneys from each state receive this honor. Ms. Schubert has been a member of the Louisiana Association for Justice for… Read More
Sexual Abuse by a Counselor or Therapist
A close trusting relationship is an essential part of successful therapy. Therapists are skilled in cultivating the trust of their patients and making them feel safe to share their deepest doubts, fears, and insecurities. When this trust is used properly, it can be powerful tool in helping the patient achieve therapeutic success. Unfortunately, a small… Read More
Former Sheriff Jack Strain Faces Civil Suits from Survivors of Sexual Abuse Seeking Justice
Former sheriff Jack Strain is facing civil suits filed by survivors of sexual abuse, who are seeking justice for the trauma they endured. The suits accuse Strain of abusing his position of power to engage in sexual acts with inmates and employees of the jail he oversaw. The survivors allege that Strain’s behavior was not… Read More
