Legal Roundup
Staying mentally aware: Navigating the stressors of life and law school
Every May, Mental Health Awareness Month serves as a reminder of the importance of mental health and well-being.
Law Center hosts annual game design and esports summer camp
The Southern University Law Center’s Mixed Reality Virtual Innovation Gaming and Esports (MRVIGES) Institute will offer its annual Game Design and Esports Camp from June 17-28 taking place in the Esports Innovation which is located in the Smith-Brown Memorial Student Union on the campus of Southern University and A&M College.
Tulane Law graduation honors resiliency of the Class of 2024
Amid fanfare and celebration, Tulane Law School said goodbye to its 173rd graduating class, the Class of 2024, which overcame the early stages of the COVID pandemic and Hurricane Ida, forcing the start of their law school journey online.
Law Center professor pens op-ed piece on California Constitution
The paper draws upon social movement theory in the field of communication to examine how the California Supreme Court played a leading role from within the establishment in attempting to further the social movement for same-sex marriage in the United States.
Tulane Law student awarded prestigious Equal Justice Works Fellowship
After a 10-year journey working and organizing on juvenile justice issues, Tulane Law student Malcolm Lloyd (L’24) has earned the competitive and nationally renowned Equal Justice Works Fellowship to continue helping low-income children who face criminalization by law enforcement across Louisiana.
Professor Carlota Toledo joins LSU Law faculty as Professor of Professional Practice and Director of Academic Success
With broad experience leading law students in the development of their academic and professional practice skills, as well as their preparation for the bar exam, Professor Carlota Toledo has joined the LSU Law faculty as a Professor of Professional Practice, effective May 1.
Law school awards highlight academic achievements, service to others
Two graduates were honored by the Tulane Law faculty with the school’s highest honors, one for academic excellence and the other for service to Tulane and the community.
Professor Jennifer Cooper returning home to Louisiana to join LSU Law faculty in Fall 2024 semester
Professor Jennifer Cooper will bring her legal writing expertise to LSU Law when she returns home to Louisiana to join the faculty at the LSU Paul M. Hebert Law Center at the start of the Fall 2024 semester.
Associate vice-chancellor pens article on DEI in higher education
Kerii Landry-Thomas, associate vice-chancellor of equity, inclusion, and Title IX, publishes an article discussing the emphasis of diversity, equity, and inclusion within institutions of higher education.
United States Attorney Brandon B. Brown Recognizes the Law Enforcement Community During National Police Week
In honor of National Police Week, United States Attorney Brandon B. Brown recognizes the service and sacrifice of federal, state, local, and tribal law enforcement officers.
Law professor invited to UNM as Diversity Visiting Scholar
SULC Professor, Deleso Alford, was invited to the University of New Mexico as the 2024 UNM HSC Distinguished Diversity Visiting Scholar because of her research and work with “HER-stories”
Law graduate thrives on passion for service: ‘Her heart is in it’
Annelise Ernst expected to make social work her life’s calling, but when she decided to attend Tulane Law School instead, she went on a search for a “meaningful way to help others.”
Alvin Washington named interim chancellor of the Southern University Law Center
During their May meeting, the Southern University System Board of Supervisors named Alvin Washington as the interim chancellor of the Southern University Law Center.
Taylor Porter was pleased to sponsor the LCA/LCIA Annual Legislative Conference
Taylor Porter was pleased to sponsor the LCA/LCIA Annual Legislative Conference held today at the Hilton Downtown Baton Rouge.
Tulane Law School Hall of Fame Inducts Duane Morris Partner and Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer Joseph K. West
Duane Morris Partner and Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer Joseph K. West was unanimously inducted into the 2024 Tulane Law School Hall of Fame in his hometown of New Orleans.
Taylor Porter had the honor of sponsoring the Dream Day Foundation Fishin’ Galore event
Taylor Porter had the honor of sponsoring the Dream Day Foundation Fishin’ Galore event held this past Saturday.
Attorney General Liz Murrill Announces $10.25 Million Settlement With Wireless Carriers
Attorney General Liz Murrill announced an $10.25 million 50-jurisdiction settlement with AT&T Mobility, LLC, Cricket Wireless, LLC, T-Mobile USA, Inc., Cellco Partnership, d/b/a Verizon Wireless, and TracFone Wireless, Inc. (collectively, the “Wireless Carriers”), which resolves the state attorneys general investigations into the Wireless Carriers’ deceptive and misleading advertising practices.
Congratulations to the newly admitted attorneys sworn in on May 6, 2024
Congratulations to the newly admitted attorneys sworn in on May 6, 2024, at the Bar Admission Ceremony that was held at the Pontchartrain Convention & Civic Center in Kenner, Louisiana!
Statement From Attorney General Liz Murrill On New Title IX Rules
Statement from Attorney General Liz Murrill on the new Title IX rules issued by President Joe Bien and his U.S. Department of Education.
Tips From Attorney General Liz Murrill On Hiring A Roofer After The Storm
Following the EF2 tornado that hit parts of Slidell last Wednesday, Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill wants to make sure people avoid roofing scams.