November 2025 Newsletter

With much appreciation…

We are grateful to everyone who took time this fall to organize and speak at our CLEs. Their dedication continues to enrich our legal community.

Criminal Law Half Day CLE
The September 26 CLE was a great success. Special thanks to the Section Chair Whitney Germany and the administrative staff at the Justice Center for their ongoing support of the Bar Association. We’re also grateful to Chief Judge Zaunbrecher for welcoming us, and to our speakers—Judge Swartz, Shannon Hattier, Ernie Barrow, and Doug Freese—for generously sharing their expertise and insight.

CLE GUMBO
This lively program was a smashing success! We extend heartfelt thanks to the Federal Judges who crossed the lake to join us: Judges Milazzo, Ashe, Papillion, Long, and Vitter. We also appreciate our District Judges, Judges Zaunbrecher and Gardner, for their continued support of the 22nd JDC Bar Association.
A special shoutout to our moderators who kept the program running smoothly: Master of Ceremonies Judge Greg Guidry, and moderators Ross Lagarde, Larry Centola, and John Alford.
We are also grateful to our sponsors—Hornbeck Offshore, Broussard David & Moroux, Jones Fussell, Lagarde Law, Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr and Smith, Talley Anthony Hughes and Knight, Daigle Fisse Kessenich, Baker Donelson, and Porteous Hainkel and Johnson—for making this event possible.

Lunch & CLE at ZEA
We wrapped up our CLE season with a wonderful program featuring Judges Allison Penzato and Elizabeth Wolfe. We’re grateful to these judges—and their colleagues from the First Circuit—for their continued leadership and for sharing valuable insights into the workings of the Court of Appeal.

All Day General Topics CLE

It’s not too late to register!

DATE: Friday, November 21, 2025
PLACE: Southern Hotel, 428 E. Boston Street, Covington, LA
TME: 8:30 am-4:30 pm
This seminar includes 6 CLE sessions, including 1 Professionalism Hour and 2 Ethics Hours, light breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack

Looking For Spotlight Sponsors for the November 21 All-Day CLE

Only 2 Spots Left!

Shine a spotlight on your Law Firm, Legal Services, or Support Company by sponsoring our upcoming All-Day CLE—it’s simple and impactful! Choose to sponsor Breakfast or the Afternoon Snack Break and enjoy meaningful recognition while fueling our hardworking attorneys. A thoughtful way to show your support and elevate your brand within the legal community!

Contact Reina here to get your information listed on the website and included in materials

BONUS EVENT AT THE ALL DAY CLE

Hosted by the Member Outreach and Diversity Department
The LSBA will be offering free Photo Bar IDs at the 22nd JDC Bar Association’s All Day General Topics CLE Seminar!
Friday, November 21, 2025
9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Southern Hotel- Sunroom
428 East Boston St
Covington, LA
All LSBA members invited to stop by and get a fresh, new id card!

IMPORTANT DATES FOR YOUR CALENDAR

EVENTS

• November 21- ALL DAY CLE @ Southern Hotel
• December 11- Members Christmas Party @ Meribo- check your email soon for your invitation!
• January 23, 2026- Lunchtime CLE- “Navigating Technology, Processes and Data Available Online at St. Tammany Parish Assessors Office”. Registration will open soon

MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION

December 1-14, 2025 Throw Back Registration!!! Purchase your 2026 22nd JDC Membership at 2020 prices!!

Basic Membership $75
Basic+Premium Advertising $115
Basic+All of the Lunchtime CLEs prepaid (9) $175
SUPER PACKAGE for $215
Watch your inbox on December 1 for the magic button that will take you there!

January 1-December 31, 2026- Member Registration available- It’s never too late to join the 22nd JDC Bar Association and stay connected all year!
Basic Membership $110
Basic+Premium Advertising $155
Basic+All of the Lunchtime CLEs prepaid (9) $210
SUPER PACKAGE for $255

Remember the goal- 25 ProBono Hours in 2025!

An Invitation from our friends at LSBA: LSBA Family Law Section CLE Luncheon

Nov. 14, 2025

Dear Members and Colleagues,

This is a friendly reminder to register for the Family Law Section CLE Luncheon, sponsored by the LSBA, taking place on Friday, November 14, 2025, at Gallagher’s 527 Restaurant in Mandeville.

Date: Friday, November 14, 2025
Check-In: 12:30 p.m.
Luncheon & CLE: 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $35 for Section Members | $45 for Non-Members
Location: Gallagher’s 527 Restaurant, Mandeville
Cash bar available

CLE Details:

• Hour 1: Discussion with Judge Patrice Oppenheim and Judge Dawn Amacker of the 22nd JDC, and Judge Jeffrey Cashe of the 21st JDC, on Emergency Custody Orders and Court Procedures.
• Hour 2: “Did Coach O Bring Changes Off the Field to Community Property Law? How the Recent Supreme Court Ruling May Impact Your Next Game,” with Kathleen Legendre at Zeringue & Associates Law Firm.

To reserve your spot, please email aileen@lawyerincovington.com as soon as possible. Space is limited, and reservations will be confirmed on a first-come, first-served basis.

We look forward to an engaging and informative luncheon with great food, excellent company, and valuable 2 CLE hours (specialization credit anticipated)!

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY!

Seale & Ross, PLC seeks litigator in 21st or 22nd JDC for Hammond and Madisonville offices. $100,000 book of business preferred but not required. Ten years civil litigation experience preferred. Contact 985-542-8500, Lesli Bolner at lbolner@sealeross.com or Ken Ross at kenross@sealeross.com. All submissions will be kept confidential.

Wanted – litigation paralegal with 3 or more years’ experience in civil defense practice. Full time job located in Slidell at Cannon & Livermore, LLC. Paralegal certificate requested. Must be able to draft simple pleadings, subpoenas, notices of deposition and draft and respond to written discovery. Job requires keeping attorney’s calendar; filing pleadings electronically and monitoring the electronic record of litigation; setting depositions; arranging IMEs/AMOs; and issuing subpoenas. Ability to summarize medical records for attorneys is helpful. Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize and meet deadlines is necessary. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office. Compensation commensurate with experience. Resumes can be sent to Shannon Livermore at slivermore@cannon-law.net

Pugh, Accardo seeks an attorney licensed in Louisiana with a minimum of five (5) years of workers’ compensation defense and litigation experience. The candidate must have excellent academic credentials and be skilled in the following areas: researching various legal issues; drafting pleadings and memoranda in support of motions; preparing reports’ conducting depositions and inspections; appearing in court and arguing motions; along with attendance at mediation and litigating a case at trial. Appellate experience a plus. Some travel, almost exclusively within the State of Louisiana, is required. The position offers a comprehensive and competitive compensation package with a wide range of standard and optional benefits. Qualified candidates should e-mail Stephen at sbrooks@pugh-law.com with a cover, a resume’ and writing sample.

Michael Nicaud, President michael.nicaud@hornbeckoffshore.com
Amanda Trosclair, Vice President atrosclair@stpgov.org
Luke Lancaster, Treasurer lmlancaster@22da.com
Reina Gardner, Executive Director reina@22ndjdcbar.org