Louisiana Record Report News
Louisiana Supreme Court Congratulates Local American Judges Association Honorees
The Louisiana Supreme Court congratulates several local honorees recently recognized at the 2023 American Judges Association’s (AJA) 62nd Annual Conference.
Justice Department Awards Over $4.2 Million in Grants to State and Local Agencies
U.S. Attorney Ronald C. Gathe, Jr. announced that the Department of Justice’s Bureau of Justice Assistance has awarded $4,202,037 collectively to the Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement, East Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Office, Baton Rouge Police Department, Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Office, and Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office.
Lawsuit claims Pelicans star Zion Williamson and his family failed to repay $2 million loan
NEW ORLEANS – A California-based Web3 and blockchain infrastructure services company has filed a lawsuit against New Orleans Pelicans basketball star Zion Williamson and his family members claiming that they allegedly failed to fully repay a $2 million loan that was given under the condition that the basketball player would agree to promote the company.
The Rolling Stones files motion to dismiss copyright infringement case filed against them by Spanish guitarist
NEW ORLEANS – The Rolling Stones have filed a motion to dismiss a copyright infringement lawsuit against them by a Spanish guitarist who claims that they stole his work for their record "Living in a Ghost Town."
Tulane Law professor and artist team up for legal DIY books for creatives
Making life a little easier for those in creative industries is the goal of a new book collaboration by Tulane Law Professor Elizabeth Townsend Gard and her offspring and artist, Sidne K. Gard.
Barton Presenting at Patterson Resolution Group Fall CLE
On Friday, October 20th from 9 AM – 12 PM, The Patterson Resolution Group will host a Fall CLE.
SULC to host Community Health and Wellness Event to Tackle Disease Stigma, October 26
Health and wellness are booming conversations within our communities specifically, during the month of October. In effort to educate and raise awareness surrounding regarding overall health, the Southern University Law Center (SULC) in partnership with Southern University Alumni Federation is proud to host “GOALden Living!,” a total wellness event, on Thursday, October 26 from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the Smith Brown Memorial Union on the campus of Southern University and A&M College.
Your Gifts at Work: Ryan McNeil
Of the roughly 150,000 Americans who earn a GED each year, just 1% go on to pursue a professional degree.
LSU PAUL M. HEBERT LAW CENTER: LSU Law alumna Olivia Maynard (’23) returns to alma mater to join staff as advocacy fellow
LSU Law Class of 2023 graduate Olivia Maynard has returned to the LSU Paul M. Hebert Law Center to join the staff as advocacy fellow.
Taylor Porter Managing Partner Selected as a Member of the Committee of 100
Robert W. Barton has been selected for membership of the Committee of 100 for Economic Development.
United States Attorney Brandon B. Brown Convenes Annual Training, Leadership Development and Award Conference in Bossier City
United States Attorney Brandon B. Brown announced that the Western District of Louisiana’s United States Attorney’s Office Annual Training and Leadership Development Conference will be held September 20-22, 2023, at the Bossier Parish Sheriff Substation in Bossier City, LA.
Louisiana First Circuit Court of Appeal holds oral arguments at the Southern University Law Center
A panel of the Louisiana First Circuit Court of Appeal held oral arguments at the Southern University Law Center on Monday, September 18, 2023.
Trailblazing alumna Judge Karen Wells Roby (L’87) honored for lifetime of service in law
For a life dedicated to making the profession better, Judge Karen Wells Roby (L’87), a U.S. Magistrate Judge for the Eastern District of Louisiana and a stalwart supporter of Tulane Law, has received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Greater New Orleans Louis A. Martinet Legal Society.
Anti-Hazing Prevention Week on September 24 - 29, 2023
Join Loyola's Fraternity & Sorority Life community to recognize and raise awareness during Anti-Hazing Prevention Week.
Taylor Porter is excited to sponsor the Will Kimbrough concert
Taylor Porter is excited to sponsor the Will Kimbrough concert at the Hartley/Vey Studio Theatre at the Manship Theater on October 6.
Highlights employment opportunities for local law students
Taylor Porter’s Diversity committee is proud to have developed a program that highlights employment opportunities for local law students.
30th Annual Admiralty Symposium on September 15, 2023
REGISTER NOW for this popular annual program! RICHARD J. ARSENAULT, seminar chair since the program’s inception leads the discussions leaving you prepared with a solid understanding of the latest issues on the high seas!
BREADA Farm Fête
Taylor Porter is pleased to be a Farm Friend Sponsor of the BREADA Farm Fête.
Five Seasoned Litigators Join Taylor Porter
Taylor Porter is pleased to welcome Charles A. Schutte, Jr., Andrew Wallace Eversberg, Stephen Dale Cronin, Sean P. Avocato and Imelda T. Frugé to the firm.
Supreme Court to Hold Argument Docket at Marshall University
The Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia will hold an Argument Docket at Marshall University’s Joan C. Edwards Performing Arts Center on Wednesday, Sept. 13.