Legal Roundup
Vice Chancellor Marla Dickerson appointed to serve on several ABA committees
Marla Dickerson, vice chancellor for Innovation and Strategic Partnerships and Initiatives at the Law Center, has been appointed to serve on several 2024-2025 American Bar Association committees.
2nd Disaster Law Collaboration Summit in Lafayette
The LSBA, along with Acadiana Legal Service Corporation and Southeast Louisiana Legal Services, hosted the 2nd Disaster Law Collaboration Summit in Lafayette on Thursday, June 20, and Friday, June 21.
John Paul Stevens Foundation names four SULC students as 2024 John Paul Stevens Foundation Public Interest Fellows
The John Paul Stevens Foundation has named four Southern University Law Center (SULC) students as 2024 John Paul Stevens Foundation Public Interest Fellows.
Attorney General Murrill’s Cyber Crime Unit arrests Crowley man for Pornography Involving Juveniles
Attorney General Liz Murrill’s Cyber Crime Unit arrested a Crowley man on June 26, 2024 for Pornography Involving Juveniles under the age of 13.
Committee selected for Southern University Law Center chancellor search
The Southern University System announced members of the search committee for the next chancellor of the Southern University Law Center.
Attorney General Liz Murrill announces new Director of Gaming for the Louisiana Department of Justice
Following the appointment of Chris Hebert as the new Chairman of the Louisiana Gaming Control Board by the Governor, Attorney General Liz Murrill has appointed Dawn Himel as his successor.
U.S. Attorney Brandon B. Brown Announces the Availability of Project Safe Neighborhoods Grant Funds for the Western District of Louisiana
United States Attorney Brandon B. Brown and the Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN) Task Force announced the availability of approximately $152,565 in PSN grant funds for the Western District of Louisiana.
Ukraine Now Being Impacted by President Biden’s Unlawful LNG Ban
President Biden’s unlawful LNG ban has now hit Ukraine in the middle of its war with Russia.
Tips from Attorney General Liz Murrill on preventing child hot car deaths
Thursday, June 20 marked the first day of summer, which means temperatures are rising. Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill wants to ensure that children do not fall victim to hot car deaths.
Significant changes to the Local Civil and Criminal Rules
The judges of the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Louisiana recently approved significant changes to the Local Civil and Criminal Rules, effective May 7, 2024.
Professor Kenya Smith to join LSU Law faculty at the start of the Fall 2024 semester
With 25 years of experience as an educator, executive, and attorney, Professor Kenya Smith will join the LSU Law faculty at the start of the Fall 2024 semester.
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.