Leon T. Roché, II is a native of the Westbank of New Orleans, and a highly respected criminal defense attorney. He has dedicated the past 13 years to representing clients in various criminal defense matters and conducting over 100 trials at the Orleans Public Defenders Office. In addition to his work as an attorney, Leon is also a member of various organizations dedicated to justice and public service, and he frequently speaks to the next generation about professionalism and the criminal justice system. As a judge, Leon will continue to defend the constitutional rights of the accused, victims, and their families, while also seeking alternatives to incarceration for those suffering from mental illness, drug addiction, or veteran status.