Atty. David Jonathan Hemken
Mr. David Jonathan Hemken is a lawyer practicing environmental law, defense litigation, civil practice and 2 other areas of law.
Civil Practice & More Attorney · Serving Shreveport, LA · 13+ Years Experience
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About David Jonathan Hemken at a Glance
David Jonathan Hemken is an Associate based in Shreveport, Louisiana, practicing at Cook, Yancey, King & Galloway. They have 13+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2013. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, estate planning, real estate, litigation, and environmental. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (2013) and Texas (2019). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center JD (—) and 2012Flagler College, St. Augustine, Florida B.A. (Georgetown University, 2009). Active member of Shreveport Bar Association, Member ◾Louisiana State Bar Association, Member ◾American Bar Association ◾Federal Bar Association. Serves clients in Shreveport, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Jonathan Hemken
- Mr. David Jonathan Hemken is a lawyer practicing environmental law, defense litigation, civil practice and 2 other areas of law
- David received a degree from 2012Flagler College, St. Augustine, Florida B.A. in 2009, and has been licensed for 13 years
- David practices at Cook, Yancey, King & Galloway in Shreveport, LA
Practice Areas Explained
David Jonathan Hemken's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Jonathan Hemken handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Shreveport.
Criminal Defense in Shreveport
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Estate Planning & Probate in Shreveport
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
David Jonathan Hemken is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Louisiana →
Real Estate Law in Shreveport
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
David Jonathan Hemken is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Louisiana →
Civil Litigation in Shreveport
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
David Jonathan Hemken is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Louisiana →
Environmental Law in Shreveport
Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.
David Jonathan Hemken is one of 55,977 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Louisiana →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Shreveport
Practicing law in Louisiana. Legal matters in Louisiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Shreveport are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Louisiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Louisiana brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Louisiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Shreveport Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Shreveport-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Shreveport Choose David Jonathan Hemken
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish David Jonathan Hemken's practice in the field of criminal defense, estate planning, real estate, litigation, and environmental.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Jonathan Hemken brings 13+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Louisiana and Texas, David Jonathan Hemken can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, estate planning, and real estate, David Jonathan Hemken can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Shreveport
A Shreveport-based practice means David Jonathan Hemken attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues David Jonathan Hemken Handles in Shreveport
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters David Jonathan Hemken has experience with under Louisiana law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact David Jonathan Hemken directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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