Louisiana Supreme Court
Recent News About Louisiana Supreme Court
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Louisiana Supreme Court honors Dr. Norman C. Francis with courthouse bust unveiling
The Louisiana Supreme Court recently held a ceremony in New Orleans to honor Dr. Norman C. Francis, President Emeritus of Xavier University of Louisiana. -
Louisiana Supreme Court holds oral arguments at state universities
The Louisiana Supreme Court recently conducted oral arguments at Southern University Law Center and Louisiana State University Paul M. Hebert Law Center in Baton Rouge. -
Justice McCallum speaks at bicentennial event for Louisiana Civil Code
Louisiana Supreme Court Justice Jay B. McCallum is scheduled to speak at an event commemorating the Bicentennial of the 1825 Louisiana Civil Code. -
Portrait ceremony honors former governor's legacy
Louisiana Supreme Court Justice Jay B. McCallum will participate in a portrait donation ceremony alongside the Judges of the 2nd Circuit Court of Appeal and Judicial Administrator/Clerk of Court Robin Jones. -
Louisiana Supreme Court shuts down claim of injured worker using fake name
The Louisiana Supreme Court has ruled an injured worker can’t pursue his civil lawsuit filed under a fake name. -
Louisiana high court overturns state law allowing lawyers in Legislature to delay their legal cases
The Louisiana Supreme Court has overturned a law allowing state legislators who are also attorneys to delay court proceedings when those schedules conflict with their legislative duties. -
Louisiana releases opioid crisis documentary during prevention month
The Louisiana Supreme Court Families in Need of Services Assistance Program (FINS-AP) has released a documentary focusing on the opioid crisis affecting Louisiana. -
Red Mass marks opening of judicial year in New Orleans
Louisiana judges convened at St. Louis Cathedral in Jackson Square, New Orleans, for the 72nd annual Red Mass, signaling the start of the judicial year. -
Retired justice Jeffrey P. Victory passes away at age 78
The Honorable Justice Jeffrey P. Victory, a retired Louisiana Supreme Court Justice, passed away on Thursday, September 26, 2024, in Shreveport, Louisiana. He was 78 years old. -
Louisiana Supreme Court mourns death of retired justice Marcus R. Clark
Retired Louisiana Supreme Court Justice Marcus R. Clark passed away on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, in Gainesville, Georgia. He was 68 years old. -
Louisiana judiciary introduces new resource for informed sentencing decisions
Today, with gratitude to the diligent efforts of Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections Secretary James M. LeBlanc and his staff, Louisiana Supreme Court Chief Justice John L. Weimer circulated a “bench book” to every Louisiana state judge with jurisdiction in criminal cases as a resource in sentencing decisions. Chief Justice Weimer stated, “Because most incarcerated offenders will eventually be released, sentencing requirements during incarceration should be tailored—as much as possible—to reducing the likelihood of committing crimes after incarceration. The... -
Military spouse attorney takes oath under new Louisiana Supreme Court rule
Louisiana Supreme Court Justice Jay B. McCallum has administered the oath of office to Katie Jo Miller, Esq., marking a significant milestone as she becomes the first military spouse attorney admitted to practice law in Louisiana under Rule XVII,... -
Louisiana Supreme Court promotes civics education for Law Day
The Louisiana Supreme Court Justices have issued a resolution to mark the 66th annual Law Day, encouraging judges across the state to engage in civics education within schools throughout May 2024. -
Justice Jay B. McCallum joins Council of Louisiana State Law Institute
Louisiana Supreme Court Justice Jay B. McCallum has been appointed to the Council of the Louisiana State Law Institute. -
Louisiana attorney disciplinary board announces leadership change
Charles B. Plattsmier, the Chief Disciplinary Counsel for the Louisiana Attorney Disciplinary Board, has announced his retirement effective March 31, 2024. -
Judiciary commission announces new officers and appointments
The Judiciary Commission of Louisiana has announced new leadership and appointments. -
Louisiana Supreme Court conducts oral arguments at Loyola University
The Louisiana Supreme Court held oral arguments at Loyola University New Orleans College of Law, offering law students, faculty, and the public a chance to observe the judiciary in action. -
Mary J. Mudrick appointed judge pro tempore for Shreveport City Court
Retired Assistant United States Attorney Mary Mudrick has been appointed as judge pro tempore of Shreveport City Court Division C. Her term began on January 8, 2024, and will continue until December 31, 2024, or until the vacancy is filled. -
Chief Judge Guidry elected finance chair for national court appeal organization
Chief Judge John Michael Guidry of the Louisiana First Circuit Court of Appeal has been appointed as Secretary-Treasurer and Chairman of the Finance Committee for the Council of Chief Judges of the State Courts of Appeal (CCJSCA).