Louisiana Supreme Court District 7
Recent News About Louisiana Supreme Court District 7
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Baton Rouge attorney surrenders law license in face of fraud investigation
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Law students receive pro bono awards from La. Bar Association
NEW ORLEANS – Four Louisiana law students have been awarded by the Louisiana State Bar Association for their efforts in providing pro bono legal work while still in law school. -
Bill meant to prevent frivolous class action lawsuits awaiting governor’s signature
John "Jay" C. Morris III (R–Monroe) -
Loyola honors longest serving La. Supreme Court Justice
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Louisiana Supreme Court celebrates 200 years
NEW ORLEANS – The Louisiana Supreme Court is celebrating its 200th anniversary today, March 1, with a ceremony that began at 11 a.m. -
First African American La. State Supreme Court Chief Justice takes oath of office
La. Supreme Court Chief Justice Bernette Johnson -
La. Supreme Court Chief Justice officially retires
Catherine “Kitty” Kimball -
First black La. Supreme Court Chief Justice takes oath of office
Chief Justice of the La. Supreme Court Bernette J. Johnson -
Louisiana makes 'Judicial Hellholes' list for third straight year; ‘Legacy Lawsuit’ reform noted as step in right direction
For the third straight year state of Louisiana’s judicial system has garnered recognition as a “Judicial Hellhole.” -
Louisiana's business climate on the ballot
Don Briggs,President,Louisiana Oil and Gas Association BATON ROUGE - The presidential elections have come and gone. However, another election is still undecided. -
Tax attorneys sued for alleged malpractice
Jacques F. Bezou BATON ROUGE – A St. John the Baptist Parish company is suing its former tax attorneys, located in Baton Rouge, for alleged malpractice. -
Supreme Court seat narrowed down to Guidry and Hughes, Runoff in December
John Michael Guidry (D-Baton Rouge) will face off against Jeff Hughes (R-Walker) in the Dec. 8 runoff election. NEW ORLEANS – Out of the eight candidates running for the La. Supreme Court District 5 Associate Justice seat to replace retiring justice Catherine "Kitty" Kimball only two received over 20 percent of the vote. -
Supreme Court rules against disbarment for judge who was removed from office due to federal probe
Joan Benge NEW ORLEANS – The Louisiana Supreme Court has ruled that Joan Benge may practice law in the state after a temporary suspension despite being removed from her elected position as a judge in the 24th Judicial District last year. -
Judicial Elections Important: Don't let someone else speak for you on Election Day
Melissa Landry Elections have consequences, for better or for worse. And while most voters are focusing on the Presidential election this November, there is another political battle brewing that has the potential to dramatically impact the state of Louisiana's legal climate. -
State Supreme Court took up arguments on Friday on the possible removal of 7th Judicial District Judge Leo Boothe
Judge Leo Boothe's signature NEW ORLEANS – The Louisiana Supreme Court heard arguments on Friday to determine if a Northeastern Louisiana judge should removed from the bench. -
Courts closed for Tropical storm Isaac
NEW ORLEANS – Local courts and Clerk of Courts Office are closed over the next few days as the area prepares for Tropical Storm Isaac's approach. -
Supreme Court to hear arguments on possible removal of Seventh Judicial District Court judge
Judge Leo Boothe's signature NEW ORLEANS – A northeastern Louisiana state judge is facing removal from the bench over alleged violations in the handling of a criminal case.
