Legal Roundup
Federal Judge Sides with Louisiana and Mississippi to Protect Strong Accommodations for Pregnant Workers
A federal judge has sided with Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill and Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch issuing a preliminary injunction against the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s (EEOC) attempt to hijack the protections of the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act.
Congratulations John F. Mcdermott
Recently, Taylor Porter Partner John McDermott was awarded Board Member of the Year of The Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Louisiana.
Attorney General Murrill’s Office arrests former president of parents club in Madisonville for embezzling over $60,000
Attorney General Liz Murrill’s Office arrested a Covington woman for allegedly embezzling more than $60,000.
Four Attorneys and Two Deutsch Kerrigan Practices Honored in Chambers USA 2024
Deutsch Kerrigan is pleased to announce that five firm attorneys and two practice areas have been recognized in the 2024 edition of Chambers USA, a prestigious legal ranking guide and highly regarded directory of America’s leading attorneys.
Groundbreaking Study Unveils Role of Neanderthal Genes in Autism
A landmark study recently published in the prestigious science journal Nature: Molecular Psychiatry has unveiled a new discovery in autism research.
Richard Pittman joins LSU Law faculty as Professor of Professional Practice, Director of Field Placement and Pro Bono Programs
After serving as Deputy Public Defender-Director of Juvenile Defender Services for the Office of the State Public Defender (formerly known as the Louisiana Public Defender Board) for the past 11 years, Richard Pittman has joined the LSU Law faculty as a Professor of Professional Practice and Director of Field Placement and Pro Bono Programs, effective June 1.
Deutsch Kerrigan Elects Four New Partners in Three Offices
Deutsch Kerrigan is pleased to announce that the firm has named four new partners in 2024.
Alvaro de la Cruz-Correa honored with PILS Ginger Berrigan Worker Bee Award in recognition of pro bono work
For his dedication to serving the legal needs of the community and his work with the Immigration Legal Services department of the Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Baton Rouge, LSU Law Class of 2024 graduate Alvaro de la Cruz-Correa has been honored with the Ginger Berrigan Worker Bee Award from the Public Interest Law Society at LSU Law.
Attorney General Murrill’s Cyber Crime Unit arrests Raceland man for Pornography Involving Juveniles
Attorney General Liz Murrill’s Cyber Crime Unit arrested a man on May 31, 2024.
Law Center partners with East Baton Rouge City-Parish to host expungement intake event for parish residents
The Southern University Law Center’s Office of Innovation and Strategic Partnerships and Initiatives is partnering with East Baton Rouge City-Parish to host an expungement intake event for East Baton Rouge Parish residents on Friday, June 7 from 8 a.m.- 3 p.m. in the Law Center’s Atrium.
Lafayette man arrested for possession of child porn, sexual abuse of an animal, by AG Murrill’s Cyber Crime Unit
Attorney General Liz Murrill’s Cyber Crime Unit arrested a Lafayette man for multiple sex-crime related charges on Tuesday, May 28.
Monique Gonzalez named LSU Law Associate Dean, Director of the Law Library and Information Technology Services
Monique Gonzalez has been named LSU Law Associate Dean and Director of the Law Library and Information Technology Services, effective June 1.
Louisiana Supreme Court Justice Jay B. Mccallum Administers the Oath to First Military Attorney Spouse Admitted to Louisiana Bar Under Rule Xvii, Section 15
Louisiana Supreme Court Justice Jay B. McCallum administered the oath of office to Katie Jo Miller, Esq., who is the first military spouse attorney to take advantage of the opportunity to practice law in Louisiana under Louisiana Supreme Court Rule XVII, Section 15.
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.