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James Gordon Knipe

Manasseh, Gill, Knipe & Belanger, PLC • Baton Rouge, LA
Personal Injury

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Contact

Email
Phone
(225) 330-7427
Address
8075 Jefferson Hwy, Baton Rouge, LA, 70809-7675, US

Professional

About

James Gordon Knipe is a distinguished attorney at Manasseh, Gill, Knipe & Belanger, PLC, located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where he focuses on personal injury law. With a robust career dedicated to advocating for individuals facing criminal charges and securing compensation for victims of negligence, Knipe has established himself as a seasoned litigator. Knipe's experience in criminal law spans a broad spectrum, from handling municipal court misdemeanors to complex cases involving drug trafficking, federal gun offenses, and homicide. His legal journey began during his undergraduate studies at Louisiana State University and continued through law school at Southern University Law Center, where he gained invaluable experience working for personal injury firms representing clients with significant injuries. He joined his current firm in 2004 and became a partner in 2006. A lifetime member of the Louisiana Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys, Knipe is also one of a select few attorneys in the state invited to join the National College of DUI Defense. He actively participates in the Baton Rouge Bar Association’s Criminal Justice section and has shared his expertise as a speaker at seminars for the Louisiana Public Defender Board and various attorney associations. Knipe's commitment to justice and advocacy for his clients exemplifies his passion for the legal profession.

About Personal Injury Law

Personal injury attorneys represent individuals who have been injured due to the negligence of others. They work to obtain compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Common matters include car accidents, slip and fall, medical malpractice, workplace injuries.

Credentials

Education
2004 Southern University Law Center JD - Juris Doctor 2001 Louisiana State University BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English

Recognition & Involvement

Awards
2019 Elite Lawyer, Elite Lawyers 2018 Elite Lawyer, Elite Lawyers 2017 Fastes Growing Tiger Businesses, LSU Top 100 2014 Fastest Growing Tiger Businesses, LSU Top 100 2014 Rising Star, SuperLawyers
Publications
2016 Louisiana Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Presentation handout: Creative Ways to Win 2015 Baton Rouge Association of Women Attorneys Presentation handout: Criminal Defense of DWI Cases 2014 Baton Rouge Association of Women Attorneys Presentation handout: DWI 2014 Baton Rouge Bar Association, Family Law Section Presentation handout: Defending a Client in Domestic Violence Proceedings
Associations
2008 - Present National College of DUI Defense 2005 - Present Louisiana Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers 2005 - Present Baton Rouge Bar of Criminal Justice 2004 - Present Louisiana State Bar Association 2004 - Present Baton Rouge Bar Association
Speaking
2016 Louisiana Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Creative Ways to Win 2015 Baton Rouge Association of Women Attorneys Criminal Defense of DWI Cases 2014 Baton Rouge Bar Association, Family Law Section Defending a Client in Domestic Violence Proceedings 2014 Baton Rouge Association of Women Attorneys CLE DWI 2012 Louisiana Public Defender Board DWI Defense Strategies
Updated: Mar 25, 2026