10/05/2025
Bar Complaint
Britton Evers and Rozas Law Firm
Executive Summary
This complaint documents multiple, serious violations of the Louisiana Rules of Professional Conduct by attorney Britton C. Evers, with complicity from the Rozas firm. The evidence consists of their own written admissions and communications. These violations caused severe prejudice to my custody litigation, exposed me to unnecessary risk, and constitute malpractice and ethical misconduct.
Count I – Last-Minute Abandonment (Rule 1.16)
On February 7, 2024, less than 24 hours before trial, Mr. Evers announced he would not proceed to trial “in light of this new terrible evidence,” demanding I stipulate instead. This tactic forced an involuntary strategic collapse and denied me my day in court.
Evidence: Feb. 7, 2024 email from Mr. Evers.
Count II – Failure of Competence & Diligence (Rules 1.1 & 1.3)
Mr. Evers admitted in writing: “my failure to put [a custody] evaluation in place in a timely manner… I admitted and accepted that as my mistake.” This failure directly prejudiced my trial rights.
Evidence: Written admission, Feb. 7, 2024 email.
Count III – Retainer Leverage / Fee Manipulation (Rules 1.2 & 1.5)
After admitting his own failure and promising to continue without payment, Mr. Evers demanded a new $4,000 retainer on August 1, 2024, under threat of withdrawal. Four days later, the firm formally withdrew.
Evidence: Feb. 7, 2024 email (promise of continued work); Aug. 1, 2024 retainer email; Aug. 5, 2024 withdrawal email.
Count IV – Billing Misconduct (Rules 1.5 & 1.15)
I was billed for subpoenas never issued and motions prepared but never filed. This constitutes fee fraud.
Evidence: Invoices vs. docket filings (attached exhibits).
Count V – Admission of Responsibility (Direct Evidence)
On August 5, 2024, Mr. Evers texted: “I accept responsibility and any consequences. I’ll accept firing, refunding, taking an ass kicking, or staying the course.”
This is a confession to professional fault.
Evidence: Screenshot of text message, Aug. 5, 2024.
Relief Requested
Immediate bar investigation of Britton Evers and supervisory attorney David Rozas.
Review of billing practices and refund of unearned fees.
Disciplinary action up to and including suspension/disbarment.
