Legal Roundup
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill Offers Black Friday Safety Tips
Black Friday is the busiest shopping day of the entire year. While many people may be looking for the best deals, Attorney General Liz Murrill encourages everyone to be vigilant and beware of possible scams.
“Sneaux” Will Fall Next Week at Loyola University New Orleans
The forecast calls for Sneaux! Dreaming of a white Christmas? “Sneaux,” will fall from 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday, December 3, at Loyola University New Orleans, 6363 St. Charles Ave., at the University’s annual winter celebration.
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill Offers Cyber Monday Safety Tips
Many Louisianans may want to avoid the large Black Friday crowds and instead purchase gifts and items on Cyber Monday.
Attorney General Murrill releases public comment in ongoing fight to end NOPD’s consent decree once and for all
The Court’s unlawful refusal to rule on the City’s Motion has massive financial consequences for the City and NOPD.
SULC student receives Black Entertainment & Sports Lawyers Association Historically Black Law School Scholarship
Southern University Law Center student, Jaylin Fair, received the Black Entertainment & Sports Lawyers Association (BESLA) Historically Black Law School Scholarship during the 44th Annual BESLA conference on November 13-17 located in San José del Cabo, B.C.S., Mexico.
Attorney General Liz Murrill joins Tennessee and 30 states in urging Congress to pass Kids Online Safety Act
Led by Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti, Attorney General Liz Murrill and 30 states today called upon Congressional leadership to pass the bipartisan Kids Online Safety Act (“KOSA”), crucial legislation that protects children from online harm, before the end of the year.
An Update on our New Residence Hall
I’m excited to share an update about our new seven-story residence hall located at the corner of Freret and Calhoun. Construction is on schedule and expected to finish by Fall 2025.
Attorney General Murrill’s Louisiana Bureau of Investigation arrests Morgan City man for First Degree Rape and other charges
Agents with Attorney General Liz Murrill’s Louisiana Bureau of Investigation (LBI) arrested a man from Morgan City on November 6, 2024.
Law Center employee stands as a beacon of resilience while earning a Ph.D.
For some "adversity" is just another word that refers to life’s challenges.
Attorney General Murrill demands End to Political Prosecutions of President Trump
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill joined a 23-state coalition in demanding that Special Counsel Jack Smith, New York Attorney General Letitia James, and Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis immediately end their political prosecutions of President Donald Trump.
SULC Students Advance to Compete in BizTech Challenge
Four Southern University Law Center students have advanced to the BizTech Challenge finals hosted by Nexus Louisiana.
Attorney General Murrill’s Cyber Crime Unit arrests Independence man for Pornography Involving Juveniles
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill’s Cyber Crime Unit arrested a man from Independence on November 6, 2024.
Liskow Visiting Professor in Energy Law Lecture at LSU Law to explore energy project permitting reform on Nov. 21
University of Minnesota Law School Professor James Coleman will deliver the 2024 Liskow Visiting Professor in Energy Law Lecture at LSU Law on Thursday, Nov. 21.
Attorney General Murrill’s Cyber Crime Unit asking for public's help, after Iota man arrested for Indecent Behavior with a Juvenile
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill’s Cyber Crime Unit arrested a man from Iota on November 6, 2024.
Justice Department Awards Over $3 Million to the Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement
U.S. Attorney Ronald C. Gathe, Jr. announced that the Department of Justice’s Office of Justice Programs, Bureau of Justice Assistance, has awarded $3,364,666 to the Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement (“LCLE”) to provide resources to help Louisiana agencies fight the drug epidemic and violent crime throughout the state of Louisiana.
Attorney General Liz Murrill's Office arrests former Director of Winn Parish Council on Aging for mishandling agency funds for personal use
Agents with Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill's Office arrested the former Director of the Winn Parish Council on Aging on October 30.
Law Center Alumni Honored with Baton Rouge Bar Association Pro Bono Awards
Three distinguished Southern University Law Center (SULC) alumni have been honored with the Baton Rouge Bar Association Pro Bono Award for their outstanding service to the community.
Southern University Law Center Students Embody Civic Duty through Community Engagement
Southern University Law Center (SULC) students are channeling their energy and commitment not only into their coursework but also into active community engagement, striving to make a tangible difference.
SULC professor Deleso Alford receives Special Appreciation Award from National Bar Association
Deleso Alford, Rachel Emanuel Endowed Professor of Law, received a Special Appreciation Award at the National Bar Association’s 35th Annual Wiley Branton Symposium for her service on the Executive Planning Steering Committee.
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill Joins Multi-state Effort against the Federal Government’s Persistent Push to Prosecute Trump Following Case Dismissal
Attorney General Liz Murrill is joining a multi-state effort led by Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody and Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird urging the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit to affirm the dismissal of U.S. Department of Justice Special Counsel Jack Smith’s indictment of former President Donald Trump.