LSBA Headlines

• LSBA Letter to Senators Explains Position on SB 418

  The Louisiana State Bar Association on May 18 sent a letter to all State Senators explaining the LSBA’s position on SB 418, noting that the opposition is based solely on particular provisions of the bill which could impede access to justice and/or the administration of justice in Louisiana. Click here to view the letter.
  

• LSBA Creates Webinar Series for COVID-19 Related Practice Issues

  The COVID-19 situation is changing rapidly, and lawyers are having to adapt quickly. To that end, the LSBA is creating a series of free, timely CLE webinars on topics that will help ease your practice into this new reality.

• Louisiana Supreme Court Orders for Louisiana Courts Regarding COVID-19

  On May 15, Louisiana Supreme Court Chief Justice Bernette Joshua Johnson issued the following two Orders in consideration of ongoing public health recommendations. One Order addresses statewide court operations and lifts the prohibition on in-person proceedings. The second Order extends filing deadlines for the Louisiana Supreme Court.

• Louisiana Supreme Court Lifts Online MCLE Limit for 2020

  In consideration of the continuing need to take measures to stop the spread of COVID-19, the Louisiana Supreme Court issued the following Order lifting the limitation on “self-study” credits. 
  

• Supreme Court, LSBA Extend Deadline for Payment of Fees

  Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact, the Louisiana Supreme Court and the LSBA have extended until Aug. 1, 2020, the deadline for payment of fees (LSBA dues and Louisiana Attorney Disciplinary Board assessment) and filing of the Attorney Registration Statement. Post cards will be mailed to all Louisiana lawyers in mid-May but will reflect a due date of Aug. 1 rather than the usual July 1. Click here to view the Court Order.

• Supreme Court Order Addresses Emeritus Status

  The Louisiana Supreme Court, by order signed April 9, 2020, amended Louisiana Supreme Court Rule XVIII with reference to emeritus status. Amendments to Section 3 address conditions and procedures for applications for transfer to emeritus status. The court order is effective immediately. Click here to view the Court Order. Click here for more information.
  

• 24th JDC Institutes Remote Check-In System

  The 24th Judicial District Court has instituted a check in system to assist with limiting the number of people in the courthouse at any given time when the building reopens for those permitted to attend hearings in-person.

• 2020 LSBA Annual Meeting & Joint Summer School Cancelled

  Due to the ongoing public health and safety issues related to COVID-19, the Board of Governors, in conjunction with the Louisiana Judicial College, has made the difficult decision to cancel the 2020 LSBA Annual Meeting and Joint LJC/LSBA Summer School.

• Changes to July 2020 Bar Examination Announced

  The Louisiana Supreme Court and the Louisiana Supreme Court Committee on Bar Admissions jointly announce that the 3-day bar examination previously scheduled for July 20, 22 and 24, 2020 has been cancelled. The LASCBA will now administer a one-day bar examination on two dates: July 27, 2020 and October 10, 2020. Click here to view the full press release.
  

• COVID-19 Updates and Information

  View the LSBA's list of COVID-19 resources, including updates on meetings and events, free and discounted member services, and a link to pro bono volunteer opportunities.
• Ongoing News
• • Application Deadline is June 26 for Leadership LSBA 2020-21 Class
  • Law Library of Louisiana Offers Virtual Reference Desk
  • Louisiana Supreme Court Launches New Website
  • 2020 Regular Legislative Session: Board of Governors Adopts Positions on Bills
  • Board Certified Specialists May Earn Up To 12.5 Hours of Approved Specialization “Self-Study” Credits in 2020
  • Cancelled: 2020 Suit Up for the Future High School Program
  • LSBA Online CLE Available
  • Nominations Accepted Through June 30 for Citizen Lawyer Award
  • Appellant Files Reply Brief in Challenge Case