Louisiana Supreme Court Announces Rule Updates and Enhanced Electronic Filing SystemOn Dec. 22, 2025, the Louisiana Supreme Court issued an
order that repealed and re-enacted Rules I through XII and XLII, repealed Rule XIV, and adopted new Appendices G-1 and G-2, effective Jan. 1, 2026. The changes modernize court procedures and enhance electronic filing for attorneys practicing before the Louisiana Supreme Court.
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U.S. 5th Circuit Adopts Amendments and Local Rule ChangeThe U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit has adopted amendments to its local rules, effective December 1, 2025, to align with recent changes to the Federal Rules of Appellate Procedure.
The full text of the amended rules and related guidance is available on the Fifth Circuit’s website at www.ca5.uscourts.gov. More...
A Message from the LSBA President on Recent Malpractice Insurance ChangesA Message from 2025-26 LSBA President Edward J. Walters, Jr.
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LSBA Names Old Republic as New Endorsed Malpractice Insurance ProviderEnhanced coverage and new benefits for Louisiana lawyers begin January 2026.
After a year-long review process, the LSBA has selected Old Republic Lawyers Specialty Insurance (ORLSI) as the Association’s endorsed provider of lawyer’s malpractice insurance, partnering with Gilsbar to manage and administer the program. The change marks a major enhancement to the LSBA Insurance Program, which now offers more flexible pricing, additional premium credits, and stronger risk management benefits designed to reward careful, claims-free practice.
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Registration Open and Sponsor Opportunities Available for 2026 Conclave on Diversity in the Legal ProfessionThe 18th Annual Conclave on Diversity in the Legal Profession, with the theme Our Diversity, Our Strength, is scheduled for August 7, 2026, at the Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans, 2 Canal Street. The deadline for sponsorship opportunities is April 24, 2026. Learn more about the event, register, or access sponsorship information at
www.lsba.org/goto/conclave.
Board Certified Specialists and 2026 Applicants Under the Age of 65 in 2026 May Earn up to Four (4) Hours of Approved Specialization “Computer-Based CLE” Credits in 2026The Louisiana Supreme Court amended Rule XXX of the Rules for Continuing Legal Education, modifying the long-standing age-based exemption for attorneys, by Order dated Nov. 10, 2025.
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Louisiana Supreme Court Amends Plan of Legal SpecializationThe Louisiana Supreme Court has issued an order amending Sections 8.4, 9.2, and 10 of the Louisiana State Bar Association Plan of Legal Specialization.
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LBLS Accepting Applications for Business Bankruptcy Law and Consumer Bankruptcy Law Certification through Sept. 30The Louisiana Board of Legal Specialization (LBLS) is accepting applications for board certification in business bankruptcy law and consumer bankruptcy law through Sept. 30, 2026.
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Attorneys Apply for Recertification as Legal SpecialistsPursuant to the rules and regulations of the Louisiana Board of Legal Specialization, notice is hereby given that the following attorneys have applied for recertification as legal specialists for the period January 1, 2026 to December 31, 2030. Any person wishing to comment upon the qualifications of any applicant should submit his or her comments to the Louisiana Board of Legal Specialization, 601 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans, LA 70130 or maryann.wegmann@lsba.org, no later than Friday, December 19, 2025.
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Attorneys Apply for Certification as Legal SpecialistsPursuant to the Rules and Regulations of the Louisiana Board of Legal Specialization, notice is hereby given that the following attorneys have applied for certification as a legal specialist. Any person wishing to comment upon the qualifications of any applicant should submit his/her comments to the Louisiana Board of Legal Specialization, 601 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans, LA 70130, c/o Mary Ann Wegmann, Specialization Director, no later than December 19, 2025.
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Free Trust Accounting & Billing Software by SmokeballThe Louisiana State Bar Association Partners with Smokeball to Grant All Members Free Access to Trust and Billing Software
Registration Open and Sponsor Opportunities available for the 2026 Conclave on Diversity in the Legal ProfessionThe 18th Annual Conclave on Diversity in the Legal Profession, with the theme “Our Diversity, Our Strength,” is scheduled for August 7, 2026, at the Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans, 2 Canal Street. The deadline for sponsorship opportunities is April 24, 2026. Learn more about the event, register, or access sponsorship information at
www.lsba.org/goto/conclave.
Mandatory Bar ChallengeA member of the Louisiana State Bar Association filed suit against the LSBA, the Louisiana Supreme Court and the Justices of the Court on August 1, 2019, challenging mandatory bar membership on First and Fourteenth amendment grounds.