Atty. Richard Sprinkle
Richard Sprinkle chose to pursue a legal career in order to help others solve problems. He now holds the title of Senior Associate Attorney at Longman Jakuback, and spearheads the civil division of the firm.
Civil Defense & More Attorney · Serving Baton Rouge, LA · 9+ Years Experience
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About Richard Sprinkle at a Glance
Richard Sprinkle is a Senior Associate based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, practicing at Longman Jakuback APLC. They have 9+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2017. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, litigation, and appellate. Educated at Louisiana State University, Paul M. Hebert Law Center J.D. / D.C.L. Honors: Robert L. Tullis Moot Court Competition, Winner; Vice President of Judicial Relations for the Moot Court Board (—) and University of New Orleans B.A. Philosophy, magna cum laude (—). Serves clients in Baton Rouge, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Richard Sprinkle
- Richard Sprinkle chose to pursue a legal career in order to help others solve problems
- He now holds the title of Senior Associate Attorney at Longman Jakuback, and spearheads the civil division of the firm
- Mr. Sprinkle attended the Paul M. Hebert Law Center at Louisiana State University, where he was a winner of the Robert L. Tullis Moot Court Competition, and served as the Vice President of Judicial Relations for the school’s moot court board
- During his time at the Law Center, Richard was invited to represent the school in multiple trial and appellate competitions across the country
- While in law school, Richard served as a judicial extern with the Honorable Judge Marabella of the 19th Judicial District, worked as a clerk with the East Baton Rouge Public Defender’s office, and as a Special Assistant District Attorney within the East Baton Rouge District Attorney’s office
- The courtroom experience Richard received prior to graduation ultimately led him to his work in criminal and civil litigation, and he joined the firm of Hymel Davis & Petersen in 2017
- Before law school, Mr. Sprinkle earned a Bachelor of Arts in philosophy, graduating magna cum laude from the University of New Orleans
- After high school, Richard served in the United States Marine Corps
- While in the service, he participated in Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm in the Persian Gulf
- Mr. Sprinkle was the recipient of various awards including the Combat Action Ribbon, Good Conduct Medal, Kuwait Liberation Medal, Naval Unit Citation and a Commanding General’s Certificate of Commendation
- Between his time in the Marines and college, Richard worked in the computer industry, as well as film and television
- Honors • Combat Action Ribbon • Good Conduct Medal • Kuwait Liberation Medal • Naval Unit Citation • Commanding General’s Certificate of Commendation Past Positions • Honorable Judge Marabella of the 19th Judicial District, Judicial Extern • East Baton Rouge Public Defender’s office, Clerk • East Baton Rouge District Attorney’s Office, Special Assistant District Attorney • United States Marine Corps Professional Associations • Louisiana State Bar Association • American Bar Association • Louisiana Association for Justice • American Association for Justice • Baton Rouge Bar Association • National Association for Criminal Defense Lawyers • Louisiana Association for Criminal Defense Lawyers
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Richard Sprinkle's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard Sprinkle handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Baton Rouge.
Criminal Defense in Baton Rouge
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Civil Litigation in Baton Rouge
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Appellate Practice in Baton Rouge
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Baton Rouge
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 Baton Rouge 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.
Baton Rouge Courts and Legal Process
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Why Clients in Baton Rouge Choose Richard Sprinkle
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 Richard Sprinkle's practice in the field of criminal defense, litigation, and appellate.
9+ Years of Legal Practice
With 9 years in the profession, Richard Sprinkle has developed the procedural fluency and courtroom instincts that come from handling real cases under real deadlines.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, litigation, and appellate, Richard Sprinkle can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Baton Rouge
A Baton Rouge-based practice means Richard Sprinkle 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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