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Lawyers in Libraries Week: 

For the past 13 years, the Louisiana State Bar Association, the Louisiana Library Association, the State Library of Louisiana, the Law Library of Louisiana, and local libraries have hosted “Lawyers in Libraries” events during National Celebrate Pro Bono Week. This year's events will be held October 26 - 31, 2026. During this week, LSBA members and libraries across Louisiana came together to provide free, limited services to the public in-person and virtually.  Check out the Governor's  Proclamation declaring it Pro Bono Week in Louisiana from 2025 here.

There are mnways to volunteer during Pro Bono week. Meet library patrons in person or by phone for brief legal consultations, sign up as an on-call backup volunteer, or assist at a wills clinic (happening in limited areas). Prefer a virtual format? Present a monthly Zoom webinar on a legal topic of your choice. You can also respond to civil legal questions online at LA.FreeLegalAnswers.org on your own schedule, any time of year.

Interested in volunteering?

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                        Law Talks

The Access to Justice Commission's Justice For All Project has launched a "Law Talks" educational series, which are virtual presentations on important legal topics hosted quarterly by legal aid & volunteer attorneys. Presentations will be via Zoom & streamed on the Louisiana Lawyers in Libraries Facebook page. Also, you can check with your local library to see if they are hosting an in-person watch party. 

Click
here for a list of all Law Talks events. Upcoming events are listed below.

 Date: Topic: Registration: Flyer:
August 12, 2026
12:00-1:00 PM
Child Custody and Visitation Zoom registration or attend via Facebook Live. Download flyer in PDF
September 16, 2026 
12:00-1:00 PM 
Disability Rights and Court Accessibility  Zoom registration or attend via Facebook Live. Download flyer in PDF
October 26, 2026 
12:00-1:00 PM
Protective Order vs. Temporary Restraining Order Zoom registration or attend via Facebook Live Download flyer in PDF.
October 27, 2026 
12:00-1:00 PM
Common Issues for Low-Income Taxpayers Zoom registration or attend via Facebook Live Download flyer in PDF.
October 28, 2026 
12:00-1:00 PM
Divorce & Spousal Support Zoom registration or attend via Facebook Live Download flyer in PDF.
October 29, 2026 
12:00-1:00 PM
Wills & Estate Planning Zoom registration or attend via Facebook Live. Download flyer in PDF.
October 30, 2026 
12:00-1:00 PM
Navigating Civil Legal Resources Zoom registration or attend via Facebook Live.   Download flyer in PDF.
November 26, 2026 
12:00-1:00 PM
Immigration Rights    
For more information about and Law Talks, contact Stephanie Beaugh or Rachael Mills.

Below are a list of the Law Talks that occurred earlier this year. To access the recordings of these prior presentations, please visit our 
Law Talks Archive.

  • Workers' Compensation - January 21, 2026
  • A Divorce Lawyer's Guide to Getting Married - February 4, 2026
  • Expungements - March 18, 2026
  • Housing & Landlord-Tenant Issues - April 15, 2026
  • Grandparents' Rights - May 12, 2026
  • Public Benefits - June 9, 2026
  • Disaster Prep & FEMA Updates - July 14, 2026


For Public

It is always important to know what options are available to you if you have a legal issue. LEAP provides legal information and can connect you with attorneys and services in your area.

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For Lawyers
Addressing the legal needs of Louisiana communities requires widespread participation from Bar members. Sign up to participate in statewide "Lawyers in Libraries" events organized by the LSBA.

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For Librarians
LEAP offers Louisiana's public libraries specialized legal "Libguides," training for staff on how to respond to legal questions, and assistance with "Lawyers in Libraries" pro bono events.

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