Carl Henry Franklin, Attorney at Law - Shreveport, LA

Over Forty Years of Skilled Legal Counsel in North Louisiana

Navigating the legal landscape can be deeply challenging, especially when dealing with the loss of a loved one, planning for your family's future, or facing serious criminal charges. If you need to find a lawyer who combines decades of professional expertise with compassionate, one-on-one personal attention, Carl Henry Franklin, Attorney at Law, is dedicated to standing by your side. Since 1985, our Shreveport-based law firm has proudly served families, business owners, and individuals throughout Haughton, Mansfield, Stonewall, and the surrounding parishes.

Founded on a commitment to service, our firm focuses on protecting what you care about most. As a sole practitioner, Carl Henry Franklin works directly with each client to understand their unique needs, analyze complex legal issues, and craft personalized solutions. Whether you need to order an attorney to guide you through Louisiana's unique succession process or require a strong advocate in the courtroom, we provide the steady, ethical leadership you deserve.

Trusted Louisiana Successions and Probate Administration

Louisiana's inheritance laws are unique and often complex. When a loved one passes away, executing their final wishes involves succession, which is Louisiana's probate process. Carl Henry Franklin has guided administrators, executors, and beneficiaries through succession administration for over 30 years. We take care of the intricate details so you can focus on your family. We assist clients with:

• Transferring assets and property with or without a valid will
• Completing comprehensive estate administration and settling debts
• Protecting the interests of heirs and beneficiaries in will contests
• Navigating small successions and expedited asset transfers

Strategic Estate Planning, Wills, and Trusts

Securing your legacy and planning for future life stages is a gift to your family. As an active member of both Wealth Counsel and Elder Counsel, attorney Carl Henry Franklin leverages national resources and deep local experience to help clients protect their assets and minimize future tax liabilities. We help parents, grandparents, and business owners establish robust estate plans, including last will and testaments, living trusts, medical directives, and powers of attorney.

Assertive Criminal Defense and DUI Protection

When your personal freedom and livelihood are at stake, you need a criminal defense attorney immediately. Carl Henry Franklin brings extensive trial experience, including serving as a former Assistant City Attorney for Shreveport. Our firm provides aggressive defense strategies in state and federal courts for individuals accused of drug offenses, DUI/DWI, and probation revocations. We work tirelessly to analyze the state's evidence and defend your constitutional rights to the utmost.

Compassionate Family Law and Personal Injury Advocacy

We also support clients through major family milestones, handling contested divorce, child custody agreements, and stepparent adoptions. If you have been injured in an accident, we help you seek relief and fair compensation for physical, financial, and emotional harm resulting from motor vehicle and truck crashes.