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Lawyers in Libraries Week: 

For the past 11 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 21-26, 2024. 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 here.

With the hopes of reaching those who are not able to make it to the library in person, the Lawyers in Libraries program also will feature two virtual event types. The first, virtual Ask-a-Lawyer consultations--which matched attorneys and patrons by phone--was a pandemic-era innovation that proved to be useful beyond the threat of the virus. The second online option comprised of daily legal presentations livestreamed on Facebook by attorney volunteers, focusing on common legal issues.

For a full schedule of events, click here.


'Law Talks' Educational Series 

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 our list of 2024 Law Talks events. Upcoming events are listed below.

 
December 4, 2024
12:00–1:00 PM
Law Talks: 
Navigating Online Civil Legal Resources
Zoom registration or attend via Facebook Live. Download flyers: 
in PDF 
January 21, 2025
12:00-1:00PM
Law Talks: 
Heirs' Property 
 
Zoom registration or attend via Facebook Live. Download flyers:
in PDF
February _, 2025  Law Talks:
Workers' Rights: Labor & Employment
Zoom registration or attend via Facebook Live. Download flyers:
in PDF
March 18, 2025
12:00-1:00PM
Law Talks:
Understanding Common Consumer Debt Issues
Zoom registration or attend via Facebook Live. Download flyers:
in PDF
April _, 2025 Law Talks:
Child Custody & Grandparents' Rights
Zoom registration or attend via Facebook Live. Download flyers:
in PDF
May _, 2025 Law Talks:
Disability Awareness & Rights
Zoom registration or attend via Facebook Live. Download flyers:
in PDF
June _, 2025 Law Talks:
Disaster Prep & Contractor Fraud
Zoom registration or attend via Facebook Live. Download flyers:
in PDF
July 10, 2025
5:30-6:30PM     
Law Talks:
Landlord and Tenant Issues
Zoom registration or attend via Facebook Live. Download flyers:
in PDF
August _, 2025 Law Talks:
Making A Will
Zoom registration or attend via Facebook Live. Download flyers:
in PDF
September _, 2025 Law Talks:
Adoptions
Zoom registration or attend via Facebook Live. Download flyers:
in PDF
October 20, 2025
12:00-1:00PM
Law Talks: 
Filing for Bankruptcy                         
  (Lawyers in Libraries Week)
Zoom registration or attend via Facebook Live. Download flyers:
in PDF
October 21, 2025
12:00-1:00PM
Law Talks: 
Child Custody & Visitation                         
  (Lawyers in Libraries Week)
Zoom registration or attend via Facebook Live. Download flyers:
in PDF
October 22, 2025
12:00-1:00PM
Law Talks: 
Interdictions, Guardianships & Alternatives 
  (Lawyers in Libraries Week)
Zoom registration or attend via Facebook Live. Download flyers:
in PDF
October 23, 2025
12:00-1:00PM
Law Talks:
Wills & Estate Planning
  (Lawyers in Libraries Week)
Zoom registration or attend via Facebook Live. Download flyers:
in PDF
October 24, 2025
12:00-1:00PM
Law Talks: 
How to Navigate Online Legal Resources 
  (Lawyers in Libraries Week)
Zoom registration or attend via Facebook Live. Download flyers:
in PDF 
November _, 2025 Law Talks: 
Public Benefits & SSI 
Zoom registration or attend via Facebook Live. Download flyers:
in PDF


For more information about and Law Talks, contact Stephanie Beaugh or Rachael Mills.
 

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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