About the Candidate
Meet Lee C. Durio
A lifelong Breaux Bridge resident with a proven record of service in law enforcement, law, and public leadership — ready to serve as your next City Court Judge.
A Family Man...
Representing Your Community Values
Lee C. Durio was born and raised in Breaux Bridge, Louisiana. He is married to Tonia Durio and together they are raising their two boys, Cole and Hudson, and their daughter, Hadlee, right here in the community they love.
Being the Breaux Bridge City Court Judge means being a problem solver — making our community safer, more engaged, stronger, and helping our juveniles. This jurisdiction is where Lee was born and raised, started his family, and operates his law practice at 241 W. Mills Avenue in Breaux Bridge.
A parishioner of St. Bernard Catholic Church, Lee serves on the St. Bernard School Foundation Board and the Athletics Committee. He has coached basketball, soccer, T-Ball, and flag football for children of all ages throughout St. Martin Parish.
When he's not working for the community, Lee enjoys fishing, boating, cheering on UL sports, and spending quality time with his family.
"A family man, bringing family values, legal, and law enforcement experience to the bench."
Career & Service
A Lifetime of Dedication
From law enforcement to the courtroom to City Hall, Lee has spent his career serving the people of St. Martin Parish.
Law Enforcement Career
St. Martin Parish Sheriff's Office
Served the citizens of St. Martin Parish as a Patrolman, Narcotics Agent, and Reserve Deputy with the rank of Sergeant. Awarded Deputy of the Quarter (2011) and Law Enforcement Officer of the Year (2011) by the Arnaudville Veterans of Foreign Affairs.
Education
UL Lafayette & Southern University Law Center
Earned a B.A. in Political Science with a minor in Criminal Justice from UL Lafayette, then graduated Magna Cum Laude from Southern University Law Center with a Juris Doctorate. Served as Junior and Senior Editor of the Law Review and has published legal articles in the Baton Rouge Bar Association Magazine and the Southern University Law Review.
Legal Career
Attorney at Law — 241 W. Mills Avenue, Breaux Bridge
Admitted to practice law in all Louisiana courts, federal district courts, the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals, and the Chitimacha Tribal Court. Practices family law, criminal law, personal injury, real estate, successions, and estate planning. Currently serves as Magistrate Judge for the Town of Henderson – Mayor's Court and as Contract Attorney for the Louisiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Chez Hope, representing victims of domestic violence.
Public Service
Parish Attorney for St. Martin Parish
Since January 2024, serves as the Chief Legal Advisor to the Parish President, St. Martin Parish Council, and all departments, offices and agencies of St. Martin Parish Government, including the library system, St. Martin Parish Fire District, Section 8, and other boards and commissions.
Community Involvement
Giving Back to Breaux Bridge
Past President of the Community Coordinated Response Team of Chez Hope. Board member of the St. Bernard School Foundation and Athletics Committee. Vice-President of the Teche Bar Association. Has coached basketball, soccer, T-Ball, and flag football for kids of all ages. Personal interests include fishing, boating, UL sports, and most of all — spending time with family.
Recognition
Awards & Achievements
Law Enforcement Officer of the Year
Arnaudville Veterans of Foreign Affairs, 2011
Magna Cum Laude Graduate
Southern University Law Center
Best of Times of Acadiana
Placed in 4 categories including Criminal Law & Family Law
Ready to Serve as Your City Court Judge
Lee's unique combination of law enforcement experience, legal expertise, and deep community roots makes him the right choice for Breaux Bridge City Court Judge.
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