Upholding Justice in Lake Charles and Southwest Louisiana
The Louisiana Court of Appeal, Third Circuit is an intermediate appellate court seated in Lake Charles. It reviews appeals from lower courts within its jurisdiction and issues written opinions that help ensure Louisiana law is applied consistently across the region.
The court has jurisdiction over 21 parishes, including Acadia, Allen, Avoyelles, Beauregard, Calcasieu, Cameron, Evangeline, Iberia, Lafayette, Rapides, St Landry, Vermilion, Vernon, and others.
Contact Information
Physical Address
📍 Louisiana Court of Appeal, Third Circuit
1000 Main Street
Lake Charles, LA 70615
Phone:
📞 337 433 9403
Official Website
🔗 www.la3circuit.org/ (Louisiana Court of Appeal, Third Circuit)
Jurisdiction and Responsibilities
The Louisiana Court of Appeal, Third Circuit generally handles:
• Appeals and appellate review for matters arising from trial courts within its 21 parish jurisdiction
• Civil appeals and most criminal appeals that fall within the court’s authority
• Supervisory writs and related appellate matters as authorized under Louisiana law
Our appeal lawyers in Louisiana handle appeals before the Louisiana Court of Appeal, Third Circuit, writ applications, and appellate brief drafting.
Location Coordinates
📌 Lake Charles, Louisiana
📍 Latitude: 30.2266° N
📍 Longitude: 93.2174° W
Hours of Operation
🕒 Monday to Friday 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
📅 Closed on state observed holidays
Learn More
For more information on court procedures, filing guidance, court calendars, and accessing opinions, visit the Louisiana Court of Appeal, Third Circuit Official Website. If you need help with an appeal, learn more about our Louisiana appeals lawyer services.
