Civil Rights Attorneys in Louisiana
Civil rights attorneys handle cases where government officials — including police officers, correctional staff, and other public employees — violated your constitutional rights. These cases are most commonly brought under 42 U.S.C. § 1983, the federal law that allows individuals to sue state and local government officials personally for constitutional violations. Whether you were beaten, falsely arrested, denied due process, or targeted because of who you are, a civil rights attorney can help you hold the government accountable.
NonprofitACLU of Louisiana
The ACLU of Louisiana Justice Lab is a litigation-focused initiative of the American Civil Liberties Union of Louisiana, dedicated to challenging systemic civil rights violations through strategic lawsuits and legal advo... Read More →
AttorneyAndrew Bizer
Andrew Bizer is a New Orleans-based civil rights attorney and co-founder of Bizer & DeReus, LLC, a firm dedicated to representing individuals whose constitutional rights have been violated by law enforcement and governme... Read More →
Law FirmThe Cochran Firm
The Cochran Firm is one of the most recognized civil rights and personal injury law firms in the United States, built on the legendary legacy of Johnnie L. Cochran Jr., whose career defined a generation of civil rights l... Read More →
State Filing Deadlines & Legal Limits
For general reference only — not legal advice. Deadlines may vary based on facts and should be verified with an attorney.
La. Civ. Code art. 3492
Federal § 1983 civil rights claims borrow the state personal injury statute of limitations.
La. Rev. Stat. § 13:5107
Notice requirements vary by entity. Claims against many Louisiana political subdivisions require notice; consult counsel promptly given the 1-year prescriptive period.
Louisiana has not modified the federal qualified immunity doctrine. Federal standards apply to § 1983 claims.