Since graduating from law school at LSU in 2023, Karleigh Gwyn has worked exclusively in private criminal defense. She joined the Manasseh & Gill Law Firm in 2025. With experience practicing in over 25 parishes in the state of Louisiana, she has successfully represented clients in complex and varied matters before a broad spectrum of the state’s judiciary. Outside of work, she loves hunting for vintage furniture and hanging with her dog, Olive.
• J.D., LSU Paul M. Hebert Law Center, 2023
• B.A., University of Alabama, 2020
• U.S. District Court: Middle District of Louisiana
• Louisiana Supreme Court
• Louisiana Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Member
Client Reviews
“Ms. Karleigh handled my case diligently and effectively making sure to keep me updated throughout the process of beating my criminal case. Mr. Manasseh and Ms. Karleigh were very straightforward with my case and made sure that I understood what I was up against, but also assured me that they would handle my case with compassion and concern.” – Kaed