Alston Lyons Walker, Appellate Attorney in New Orleans, Louisiana

Alston concentrates on appellate, business, litigation, and securities. Each area below outlines the kind of case Alston handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

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Alston's primary office is at 4157 Saint Louis St, New Orleans, LA, 70119-4722. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Alston usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Alston discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Alston for a appellate case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Alston walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Alston offer a free consultation?

  Alston charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Alston's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Alston's current terms during booking.

• How long do appellate cases in Louisiana typically take?

  Simple appellate matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Alston gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Alston take my case if I'm outside New Orleans?

  Alston is licensed in Louisiana. Matters governed by Louisiana law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Alston will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

• What should I bring to my first meeting with Alston?

  Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Alston will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Alston accepting new appellate clients right now?

  Alston's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.