April Rolen-Ogden

Competent on maritime regulatory issues, but communication was inconsistent

I engaged April Rolen-Ogden at Liskow & Lewis for a regulatory compliance matter related to my small vessel operation on the Gulf Coast. Her knowledge of Louisiana's specific maritime and administrative regulations was evident, and the final outcome for our Coast Guard documentation issue was satisfactory. With six years in the Lafayette market, she understands the local legal landscape. However, the process felt somewhat disjointed. There were periods of several days where I received no updates on my case status, requiring me to follow up. While her legal work was technically sound, managing client expectations on timelines and maintaining proactive communication could be improved. She is a capable attorney for general practice needs in this region, but you may need to be prepared to drive the communication.