Maeghen Kling
Maeghen Kling – Criminal Defense attorney
Bio
Maeghen Kling is a criminal defense attorney with more than 4 years of rigorous courtroom experience. As a former Assistant District Attorney for Ascension, Assumption and St. James Parishes, Maeghen has a granular understanding of Louisiana’s justice system. Having worked in both felony and misdemeanor courts, as well as adult and juvenile courts, Maeghen is committed to protecting your rights.
Personal Biography
Maeghen Kling was born in Forth Worth, Texas but spent most of her life in rural Southeast Georgia. That love of the rugged outdoors has stuck with her in her love of hiking and all things outdoors. Maeghen also loves spending time with her family, reading, and hanging out with her beloved rescue pup, Polli.
Educational Biography
Maeghen graduated High School in Georgia and attended Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College in Tifton Georgia. There, she was a journalist for four years while attaining her Business and Journalism undergraduate degrees. Following in her grandfather’s footsteps, it was always her plan to attend law school. Maeghen is a proud graduate of Loyola University College of Law.
Training & Instruction
2020-2023 Member of Louisiana District Attorneys Association.
Employment
2023 – Present: The Ambeau Law Firm: Associate Attorney
2020 – 2023: Ascension, Assumption, St. James District Attorney's Office: Assistant DA
2016 – 2019: 23 rd Judicial District Attorney’s Office : Legal Research / Clerk
Education
Juris Doctorate Loyola University New Orleans College of Law – Graduate School 2019
Bachelor of Science in Business – 2015
Bachelor of Arts in Journalism – 2013
Memberships
Louisiana State Bar Association
Licensed Notary Public
Accomplishments/Public Service
Loyola Law – Moot Court 2017 – 2019
Phi Delta Pi Legal Honors Society 2017 – 2019