Ruston, LA

Stephen Babcock

Stephen Babcock, recognized as Louisiana Lawyer of the Year in 2024, is a dedicated trial attorney, and passionate conservationist and outdoorsman. He earned a BS in marketing from Louisiana Tech University in 1997 and his law degree from the Paul M. Hebert Law Center at LSU. He worked as a law clerk for Senator J. Lomax “Max” Jordan Jr. and for several law firms. After law school, he worked as a trial attorney for Allstate Insurance Company before founding Babcock Injury Lawyers. His practice focuses solely on litigation, handling cases in nearly every state and federal court throughout Louisiana. He is a licensed pilot and a strong proponent of alternative dispute resolution. He has secured many multi-million dollar results for clients. He is deeply committed to giving back to his community and actively supports various charitable organizations, particularly in conservation.

Shelley A. Goff is a Board Certified Family Law Specialist with 30 years of experience helping individuals navigate divorce, child custody, and support issues. She is also a state-registered mediator and practices federal criminal defense and civil/criminal appeals. She is a graduate of Gerry Spence Trial Lawyer’s College.

Robert Thomas Knight

Robert Knight obtained his undergraduate degree in English from Ole Miss and then graduated from the Paul M. Hebert Law School at LSU. He founded Knight Law Firm in 2006 with an emphasis in litigation. Mr. Knight holds active licenses in the states of Louisiana, Texas, Colorado, and Montana. He is also licensed by the United States Supreme Court in Washington, D.C. He has successfully handled thousands of cases and has been recognized by numerous clients, attorneys and the judiciary for his work and high achievement. Mr. Knight is a 2022 graduate of Baylor Law School’s LL.M Program, which focuses on litigation. He has over 20 years of legal experience.

A. Kennon Goff, III, known as 'Kennon', joined his father's firm in 1967. He specialized in firearms and ammunition products liability, personal injury, and was nationally recognized, named one of the 'Best Lawyers in America' for over 25 years.

Tracy Houck

Tracy Houck is a catastrophic injury, family law, and estate planning lawyer in Louisiana. He has a background in police investigations, psychology, and extensive civil and criminal trial experience. He graduated from Southern University Law School in 1999. He has served as an Assistant District Attorney for the 3rd Judicial District Court and has litigated over 120 jury and bench trials, securing personal injury settlements exceeding $61,000,000.00. He is also an Associate Professor at Grambling State University and a frequent lecturer.

Chase Tettleton

Chase Tettleton is a partner at Babcock Injury Lawyers, maintaining an exclusively litigation-focused practice on personal injury cases. Over his 15-year career, he has tried nearly one hundred trials to verdict and is a familiar face in courts throughout Louisiana. He has a successful appellate practice. His client-centered approach emphasizes empathy, transparency, and involving clients in every step. He earned his B.A. in political science from Trinity University and his J.D. from LSU’s Paul M. Hebert Law Center in 2009. He joined Babcock Injury Lawyers upon graduation and became a partner in 2014. He served as President of the Baton Rouge Chapter of the Federal Bar Association in 2014 and is on the East Baton Rouge Parish Alcohol Beverage Commission since 2018.

Adrian Paul Smith

Adrian Paul Smith is a Babcock Injury Lawyers trial attorney with a unique approach shaped by his Louisiana heritage and diverse legal experience. Born in Bourg, Louisiana, he grew up in a French-speaking household. He completed his undergraduate and law degrees at Louisiana State University, attending the Paul M. Hebert Law Center. His fluency in French led him to study abroad and clerk in France. Admitted to practice in all Louisiana state and federal courts in 2018, his career includes solo practice, insurance defense, and personal injury litigation. He now focuses on non-standard insurance defense, commercial litigation, and catastrophic personal injury cases. His experience defending insurance companies provides a unique perspective.