Luke grew up working on a farm in Crowley, Louisiana, which taught him the importance of commitment, dedication, and the rewards gained from a strong work ethic. He attended LSU, earning a B.S. and graduating magna cum laude. Luke then attended law school at LSU’s Paul M. Hebert Law Center where he received his law degree.
During his tenure at LSU’s Law Center, Luke participated in many trial advocacy competitions. He was actively involved in the Student Bar Association and a founding member of the Student Bar Association Safety Committee. Luke achieved great academic success while in law school. He received the CALI Excellence for the Future award in Legal Research and Writing, Louisiana Civil Law Torts, and European and Comparative Health Law. Additionally, he was a recipient of the Dean’s Scholar Award, Dean’s Tuition Scholarship, LSU Board of Supervisors Scholarship, and L’ecrevisse Scholarship.
Prior to joining Kenny Habetz Injury Law, Luke worked as an insurance defense lawyer, representing several large businesses and major insurance companies in various types of legal disputes. This experience allowed Luke to gain valuable insight and experience into how the “other side” operates.
Luke chose to become a plaintiff lawyer and represent those who are injured because that is where his heart has always been. He desires to represent the “little guy” and always strives to help those in need. Luke fights for what is right and despises those who try to take advantage of others, especially when in a time of need.
Luke is admitted to practice before the Louisiana Supreme Court and all Louisiana State Courts. He is also admitted to practice in the U.S. District Courts for the Western, Middle, and Eastern Districts of Louisiana.
Luke is an active member of many professional organizations. He is a member of the Louisiana State Bar Association, Louisiana Association for Justice, Acadia Parish Bar Association, Lafayette Bar Association, Lafayette Volunteer Lawyers, and John M. Duhe, Jr. American Inn of Court.
Dedicated to giving back to the community, Luke received the Lafayette Bar Foundation Outstanding Attorney award for his commitment to providing free legal services, helping individuals obtain Protective Orders against their abusers.
In his spare time, Luke enjoys spending time with friends and family, hunting, playing tennis, and flying radio-controlled airplanes. He also has a continuing desire to learn new things. and has recently began taking acoustic guitar lessons.
