John J. Mason is a seasoned criminal defense attorney dedicated to representing clients throughout southeast Louisiana, including St. Tammany, Tangipahoa, Lafourche, Terrebonne, Orleans, Jefferson, East Baton Rouge, Washington, and St. Mary Parishes. Mr. Mason’s academic achievements include a Bachelor’s degree from Louisiana State University, followed by both a Master’s and PhD from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, and a Juris Doctor from Loyola University New Orleans College of Law. With a foundation in diverse legal disciplines, including prior service as a United States Patent Attorney in Washington, D.C., and experience as a law clerk to Judge Paulette Irons in Orleans Civil District Court, Mr. Mason brings both precision and tenacity to his practice. He is recognized for his pragmatic, fearless representation, whether negotiating favorable plea agreements or litigating cases at trial. Licensed in both Louisiana and Texas, Mr. Mason provides principled, effective advocacy for clients facing serious criminal charges.