Daniel H Taylor, Criminal Defense Attorney in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Over 52 years of legal practice · focused on Criminal Defense, Family Law, and Personal Injury
PrincipalatDaniel H. Taylor
Baton Rouge, LA
Practicing criminal defense in Baton Rouge since 1974.
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Daniel H Taylor is a principal based in Baton Rouge, LA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Family Law, and Personal Injury. Daniel has over 52 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Daniel H. Taylor.
- Based in
- Baton Rouge, LA
- Experience
- over 52 years
- Known for
- Criminal Defense · Family Law · Personal Injury
- Handles Criminal Defense, Family Law, and Personal Injury matters from Baton Rouge, LA.
- Over 52 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Daniel H Taylor: Daniel H Taylor is a principal based in Baton Rouge, LA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Family Law, and Personal Injury. Daniel has over 52 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Daniel H. Taylor.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Daniel takes on
Daniel concentrates on criminal defense, family law, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Daniel handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Criminal Defense
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Family Law
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Personal Injury
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Criminal Defense cases in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Daniel takes criminal defense matters in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.
Family Law cases in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Daniel takes family law matters in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Daniel takes personal injury matters in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Daniel H Taylor — criminal defense lawyer in Baton Rouge
Daniel H Taylor is a principal based in Baton Rouge, LA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Family Law, and Personal Injury. Daniel has over 52 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Daniel H. Taylor.
Daniel H Taylor is a lawyer practicing personal injury, criminal law, family law. Daniel received a B.S. degree from University of Southwestern Louisiana in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years. Daniel practices at Daniel H. Taylor in Baton Rouge, LA.
Daniel's approach to criminal defense cases
Daniel H Taylor is a lawyer practicing personal injury, criminal law, family law. Daniel received a B.S. degree from University of Southwestern Louisiana in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years. Daniel practices at Daniel H. Taylor in Baton Rouge, LA.
The kind of cases Daniel takes
Daniel reviews new inquiries case-by-case for criminal defense, family law, and personal injury matters in Baton Rouge and the surrounding Louisiana area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Louisiana State University and A. and M. College
J.D. · 1974
University of Southwestern Louisiana
B.S. · 1971
Jurisdictions
Daniel's state bar admissions
Louisiana
1974 · ACTIVE
Daniel studied at J.D. in Louisiana State University and A. and M. College and B.S. in University of Southwestern Louisiana.
Law school and academic background
Daniel completed J.D. in Louisiana State University and A. and M. College and B.S. in University of Southwestern Louisiana. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Daniel runs in Louisiana is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Daniel H Taylor's office in Baton Rouge
Daniel's primary office is at 7460 Oakmount Dr., Baton Rouge, LA, 70817. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Daniel H Taylor — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Daniel usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Daniel charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Daniel will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a criminal defense attorney in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
A short list to run through before you commit: How many criminal defense matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Daniel
Daniel discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every criminal defense matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Daniel confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Daniel's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many criminal defense practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Daniel H Taylor
How much does it cost to hire Daniel for a criminal defense case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Daniel walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Daniel offer a free consultation?
Daniel charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Daniel's current terms during booking.
How long do criminal defense cases in Louisiana typically take?
Simple criminal defense 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. Daniel gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Daniel take my case if I'm outside Baton Rouge?
Daniel 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 — Daniel 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 Daniel?
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. Daniel will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Daniel accepting new criminal defense clients right now?
Daniel's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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