News and Past Events

Dred Scott: The Louisiana (French) Connection

On Tuesday, March 25, the Society joined The French American Chamber of Commerce and Louisiana State Museum in sponsoring “Dred Scott: The Louisiana (French) Connection” by Dr. Paul Finkelman, at the Old U.S. Mint in New Orleans. A reception was …

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“A.P.” Tureaud Sr. – A Portrait Collection First

The Supreme Court of Louisiana Historical Society and the A.P. Tureaud Sr. Legacy Committee were joined by Chief Justice Bernette Joshua Johnson and the Associate Justices of the Louisiana Supreme Court on March 13, 2014 for the presentation and installation …

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Chief Justice’s Portrait Unveiling

Chief Justice Bernette Joshua Johnson was joined on February 17, 2014 by justices of the Louisiana Supreme Court, judges of the state and federal judiciary, members of The Supreme Court of Louisiana Historical Society, distinguished members of the legal community, …

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An Afternoon Symposium

On November 21, 2013, The Supreme Court of Louisiana Historical Society was one of the sponsors of an afternoon symposium held by the Francophone Section of the Louisiana State Bar Association commemorating the Bicentennial of the Louisiana Supreme Court.  The …

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Loyola Luncheon and a Lecture

On November 15, 2013, the Supreme Court of Louisiana Historical Society sponsored a luncheon at the Loyola University New Orleans College of Law which featured a lecture, “The Crime of Treason in the Origins of Spanish Constitutionalism,” by Dr. Aniceto …

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CLE presentation by Dr. Agustin Parise

A CLE presentation on October 30, 2013 by Dr. Agustín Parise, entitled “Louisiana’s Early Codes: The Shifting Pendulum of 19th Century Louisiana Law,” was held at the Old U.S. Mint in New Orleans. The event was co-sponsored by the French …

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Judge James Dennis’ Portrait Unveiling

Judge James L. Dennis Portrait Unveiling Ceremony on October 21, 2013 followed The Supreme Court of Louisiana Historical Society’s annual meeting wherein Judge James L. Dennis’s portrait was given to the Supreme Court Portrait Collection by his family.  SCLHS President …

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The SCLHS Annual Meeting

Other officers present were First Vice-President Judge Marc T. Amy, Second Vice-President Mathile W. Abramson, Secretary Professor Paul R. Baier, and Treasurer Benjamin W. Janke.  Other board members attending were Chief Justice Bernette Joshua Johnson, Louis D. Curet, Dr. Rachel …

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“Here’s to You, Mr. Tureaud!”

SCLHS Helps Honor the Legacy of A. P. Tureaud, Sr. On September 6, 2013, Chief Justice Bernette Joshua Johnson and Professor Paul Baier were among the guests at a Pre-Tribute Wine and Cheese Reception, which recognized reunion sponsors preceding the …

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SCLHS Board Meeting

The board of the Supreme Court of Louisiana Historical Society met at the Louisiana Supreme Court on June 25, 2013 at the call of President Donna D. Fraiche. Other officers present were First Vice-President Judge Marc Amy, Second Vice-President Mathile …

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