Richard Sprinkle

Richard Sprinkle serves as a dedicated senior associate at Longman Jakuback, located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where he adeptly leads the firm’s civil division. His practice areas are diverse, encompassing criminal litigation, civil litigation, civil defense, and litigation and appeals. His legal career is fueled by a steadfast commitment to helping others navigate and resolve complex legal challenges, particularly in the realms of personal injury and criminal and civil litigation.

Mr. Sprinkle embarked on his legal education at the Paul M. Hebert Law Center at Louisiana State University. During his time there, he demonstrated exceptional legal acumen by winning the prestigious Robert L. Tullis Moot Court Competition. He also served as the vice president of Judicial Relations for the moot court board, representing the university in various national trial and appellate competitions, which honed his litigation skills.

Mr. Sprinkle’s practical legal experience began while still in law school, serving as a judicial extern for Judge Marabella of the 19th Judicial District. He also clerked at the East Baton Rouge Public Defender’s office and worked as a Special Assistant District Attorney in the East Baton Rouge District Attorney’s office. These roles provided him with invaluable courtroom experience and a deep understanding of both the criminal and civil litigation processes.

Prior to his legal studies, Mr. Sprinkle earned a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, graduating magna cum laude from the University of New Orleans. His dedication to service extended beyond academia into his earlier service in the United States Marine Corps. During his military tenure, he participated in Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm in the Persian Gulf, earning numerous awards including the Combat Action Ribbon, Good Conduct Medal, and Kuwait Liberation Medal.

Mr. Sprinkle is actively involved in multiple legal associations, such as the Louisiana State Bar Association, the American Bar Association, and the National Association for Criminal Defense Lawyers. His extensive background and ongoing commitment to the law make him a formidable advocate for his clients at Longman Jakuback.