Ariel K. DiGiulio

Ariel K. DiGiulio is a criminal defense attorney with DiGiulio Utley, LLC in New Orleans. She represents adults and juveniles facing federal, state, municipal, and parish charges. Her firm’s criminal defense practice includes misdemeanors, felonies, DWI charges, drug crimes, property and theft offenses, white-collar matters, violent offenses, federal investigations, and conspiracy cases. Her work includes advising clients from the early stages of an investigation through negotiation, motion practice, and trial.

Ariel earned a J.D. from Loyola New Orleans School of Law, graduating cum laude as a William L. Crowe, Sr. Scholar. She participated in the Loyola Maritime Law Journal and received Law Excellence Awards in Copyright Law, Sales and Leases, and Constitutional Law Seminar. She earned a B.S. from the University of New Orleans, also graduating cum laude and in the top portion of her class. Her academic record reflects strong legal research and analytical training.

Ariel’s practice focuses on criminal defense across multiple court systems. She works on matters involving drug allegations, DWI, theft and property charges, white-collar offenses, violent crimes, and federal cases, including pre-indictment target and witness representation. The firm emphasizes investigation, analysis of defenses, explanation of legal rights, and preparation for negotiated resolutions or trials. Her work requires evaluating evidence, identifying procedural and constitutional issues, and helping clients understand the risks and options at each stage.

Ariel K. DiGiulio is a member of the Louisiana State Bar Association, New Orleans Bar Association, American Bar Association, and Louisiana criminal defense organizations. She has received recognition from Super Lawyers and St. Charles Avenue Magazine and has held leadership roles on bar-related committees. Her career combines criminal defense advocacy with professional service and legal writing. She represents clients facing serious accusations while focusing on evidence, procedure, constitutional protections, and practical defense strategy.

Law Office Affiliations

• Managing Partner, DiGiulio Utley, LLC
• Delegate, LSBA House of Delegates, Louisiana State Bar Association (2008 – Present)
• Chair, Animal Law Section, Louisiana State Bar Association (2008-2017)
• Member, Louisiana Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (2008 – Present)
• Member, New Orleans Bar Association
• Member, ABA (Tort Trial & Insurance Practice Section (TIPS) – Animal Law Committee)
• Chair, LACDL Legislative Committee on Expungements (2013 – 2015)
• Director, Humane Society of Louisiana
• Member Since: , Governor appointed, Pet Overpopulation Advisory Council (2007 – 2010)
• Attorney, Orleans Parish Juvenile Conflict Panel

Licensed State

• Louisiana

Education

• Loyola New Orleans, School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of New Orleans
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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