About Stephenson, Chávarri & Dawson, L.L.C.

Stephenson, Chávarri & Dawson, L.L.C. is a full-service New Orleans law firm recognized for multilingual representation and international legal capability. With more than fifty years of combined experience, the firm serves individuals, families, businesses, insurers, and foreign nationals across Louisiana, the United States, and abroad. A reputation for trusted advocacy is built on cultural fluency, courtroom experience, and consistent results in complex legal matters spanning multiple jurisdictions.

Stephenson, Chávarri & Dawson, L.L.C. delivers personalized legal solutions through thorough preparation, strategic analysis, and collaborative teamwork. Each matter is developed with careful attention to legal risk, jurisdictional complexity, and client objectives. Court-certified translation services and multilingual proficiency enhance accuracy and efficiency. This disciplined approach supports strong negotiation positioning, trial readiness, and effective problem-solving across domestic and international legal proceedings.

Stephenson, Chávarri & Dawson, L.L.C. maintains a diverse practice including family law, divorce, estate planning, criminal defense, immigration, personal injury, insurance defense, and international commercial law. Attorneys regularly act as local counsel in complex civil, maritime, and insurance matters. Experience across state, federal, and international forums enables effective representation for clients facing regulatory challenges, cross-border disputes, and high-stakes litigation.

Stephenson, Chávarri & Dawson, L.L.C. is distinguished by professional recognition, ethical standards, and long-standing client relationships. The firm holds AV peer review ratings, Women’s Business Enterprise certification, and inclusion in the Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers. Leadership within legal organizations and consistent referrals reflect credibility, trust, and service excellence. Generational relationships and international reach continue to define the firm’s enduring reputation.

Practice Areas

Family Law
  • Child Custody
  • Divorce
  • Domestic & International Adoption
Immigration Law
  • EB 5 Visas
  • Employment Sponsored Immigration
  • Family Based Immigration
  • Asylum
Criminal Defense
  • Defense of Students Tourists International Visitors
  • Drug Crimes
  • DUI/DWI
  • White Collar Federal Crimes
Estate Planning
  • Interstate International Ancillary Successions
  • Successions and Wills
  • Living Wills
  • Powers of Attorney
Business & Commercial Law
  • International Commercial Law
  • Legal Translation & Interpreter Services
Plaintiffs in Personal Injury & Wrongful Death
  • Car and Truck Accidents
  • FELA/Railroad Accidents
  • Mesothelioma and Silicosis
  • Motorcycle, Bicycle, and Pedestrian Accidents
  • Product Liability
  • Workers’ Compensation
  • Insurance Defense
  • Admiralty & Maritime Law
Bankruptcy
  • Chapter 7
  • Chapter 13
  • Collection

Fees

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Office location for Stephenson, Chávarri & Dawson, L.L.C.

Stephenson, Chávarri & Dawson, L.L.C.

400 Poydras St #1990, New Orleans, LA 70130