
At Edwin M. Shorty, Jr. & Associates, we are dedicated to helping people move forward from tough situations. Both debt overload or insolvency as well as serious injuries can derail your life, putting you into personal, emotional, and financial crisis. Dealing with the legal burdens of these situations calls for the services of attorneys who are experienced and proven in representing your best interests while protecting your rights.
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Meet The Team
Providing clients with the high-quality service they deserve.



Edwin M. Shorty Jr.
Attorney
Trendell M. Shorty
Attorney
Dwayne P. Smith
Of Counsel
About Our Legal Team
Founding attorney Edwin M. Shorty, Jr. has been representing clients in these practice areas since 2003.ย His professional admissions include:ย
- Louisiana Appellate and District Courts;
- U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeal;
- U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana;
- U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Louisiana;
- U.S. District Court for the Western District of Louisiana.ย
He is a member of the New Orleans Bar Association, the Louisiana State Bar Association, as well as the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys.
Attorney Dwayne Paul Smith has been an attorney since 1992. His primary practice area consists of representing individuals and families in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy.
Attorney Trendell M. Shorty joined the firm in 2024 and practices both bankruptcy law as well as personal injury law.
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