Elizabeth Bagert Carpenter

Elizabeth Bagert Carpenter is a respected New Orleans attorney who concentrates her practice on criminal defense, personal injury, and professional license defense. With a career rooted in advocacy, she is known for protecting clients’ rights in both state and federal courts. Her client-first approach has earned her recognition among Louisiana’s top attorneys.

Elizabeth received her Juris Doctor from Loyola University New Orleans College of Law and further advanced her training through the Title IX compliance and litigation program at Tulane University Law School. She studied French Literature at L’Université d’Orléans in France before completing her B.A., magna cum laude, in French Literature with a minor in Psychology. She also pursued graduate studies in Clinical Psychology at the University of California, Los Angeles, graduating summa cum laude.

Elizabeth’s professional path reflects a strong commitment to justice and advocacy. Before entering private practice, she worked in the mental health field, an experience that inspired her focus on nurse advocacy and professional license defense. In 2016, she expanded into personal injury law, driven by personal experience with catastrophic injury in her family. She now represents victims of accidents with dedication and empathy, striving to secure justice and compensation.

Elizabeth has been honored as a Louisiana Super Lawyer, listed among the National Trial Lawyers Top 100, and recognized by numerous publications for excellence in criminal defense and DUI representation. Licensed in all Louisiana District Courts and the Federal District Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Louisiana, she brings extensive trial and negotiation experience.

Elizabeth Bagert Carpenter’s contributions extend beyond the courtroom through community service with organizations such as the Justice and Accountability Center, the Pro Bono Project, and NAMI New Orleans. A member of multiple professional associations, she continues to lead with passion, skill, and integrity, making her a trusted advocate for clients across New Orleans and beyond.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founder, Elizabeth B. Carpenter, Esq
• Member, Louisiana State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Louisiana

Education

• Loyola University Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Louisiana State University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

Awards & Badges