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Rusty M. Messer
Big River Trial Attorneys • Baton Rouge, LA
Criminal DefensePersonal Injury Criminal Defense
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Contact
Email
rusty@bigriverlaw.com
Phone
(225) 401-3337
Address
4626 Sherwood Common Blvd., Baton Rouge, LA, 70816, US
Professional
About
I believe that one of the most important skills a lawyer can have is the ability to listen. If I don't understand your needs and goals for a case we can never acheive a successful outcome. Before I went to law school I owned a small business in Baton Rouge and had hired lawyers on more than one occasion. It seemed that they never heard my concerns and I never knew what was going on in the cases. Because of that experience I make it important to hear the concerns of my clients and to keep them informed of the progress of their cases. The legal system is complex and if you are dealing with a legal issue you need to know that someone is on your side.
About Criminal Defense Law
Criminal defense attorneys represent individuals accused of crimes, protecting their constitutional rights throughout the legal process. They work to achieve the best possible outcome through negotiation or trial. Common matters include dui/dwi, drug charges, assault, theft.
Credentials
Education
2006 Southern University Law Center JD - Juris Doctor 2003 Louisiana State University BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
Spanish | English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2011 US News, Best Criminal Defense Attorney
Publications
2017 Youtube Setting and Modifying Bail in Louisiana. 2017 Book Surviving the Louisiana Criminal Justice System. 2006 Southern University Law Review Contributor
Associations
2013 - Present Louisiana State Bar Association Delegate 2012 - Present State Bar of Texas Member 2010 - Present Baton Rouge Bar Association Lawyer Referral 2007 - Present Baton Rouge Bar Association Member 2006 - Present Louisiana State Bar Association Member
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Updated: Jun 02, 2026