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July 2018

Dana Douglas, Mayor LaToya Cantrell, and Jason Waguespack at the

2018 Mayoral Luncheon

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The 2017-2018Board of Directors

Dana M. DouglasPresident

Jason P. Waguespack President-Elect

Steven J. LaneVice-President

Darryl M. PhillipsVice-President

Jan M. HaydenVice-President

James C. Gulotta, Jr.Secretary

William B. GaudetTreasurer

Christopher K. RalstonPast President

Walter J. Leger, Jr.President, Bar Foundation

Alex H. GlaserYoung Lawyers Chair

Terms Ending 2018Rachael D. Johnson

Peter E. SperlingJoseph P. Tynan

Sharonda R. Williams

Terms Ending 2019Lisa M. Africk

Albert J. Derbes, IVThomas M. FlanaganM. Palmer Lambert

Terms Ending 2020Mark A. CunninghamKelly Juneau Rookard

Kimberly R. SilasRobert P. Thibeaux

Helena N. HendersonExecutive Director

Get Involved in one of NOBA’s Committees• Appellate Practice• Bankruptcy & Debtor/Creditor Rights• Business Litigation• Business Transactions• Civil Rights• Class Actions• Complex Litigation• Construction Law• Criminal Law• Domestic Violence• E-Discovery• Entertainment and Intellectual

Property Law• Environmental Law/Toxic Torts• Family Law• Healthcare Law• Immigration Law• Insurance Law

• Labor & Employment Law• Maritime & International Law• Minorities in the Profession• Oil & Gas Law• Pharmaceuticals/Medical

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BRIEFLY SPEAKING EDITOR:

Philip R. Dore, Liskow & Lewis, APLC

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My fellow NOBA Members,

One of the remarkable things about having the honor of serving NOBA at this time has been the many opportuni-ties we have had, as an association, to participate in the many celebrations of the rich history of New Orleans. We have had two recent such opportunities to do so.

On June 1st, we welcomed the very first female Mayor of the City of New Orleans in its 300-year history during our Annual Mayoral Luncheon which was organized by our Young Lawyers Section.

We also had the opportunity to be included in the dedication of the renaming of Press Street between

Chartres Street and St. Claude Avenue as Homer Plessy Way.

Our Mayoral Luncheon was the kickoff for our new Leadership Luncheon Series.

You can read more on our other upcoming events in this issue including our Beyond Wellness Seminar with Li-censed Professional Counselor Ann Abbrecht on July 18th. This important seminar will focus on mental wellness and will discuss a holistic approach to counseling, specifically for the legal professional. According to the JLAP website, studies have shown that members of the legal profession are at a greater risk for suicide than those in the general population. A 2016 study by the American Bar Association and Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation determined that 28% of licensed, employed lawyers suffer depression. These studies highlight the importance of this conversation for which we hope you will join us!

Also, the all new and exciting Pro-Bowl-O Tournament has changed venues this year! The tournament will be held on Thursday, July 26th right downtown at Fulton Alley so please corral your summer law clerks and come out and join us for this fun with a purpose! The proceeds of the event will benefit the Pro-Bono Project.

Dana

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President’s PersPective

Dana M. DouglasPresident

We are grateful to Mayor Cantrell for agreeing to speak to our members just

25 long days into her tenure on the issues facing the lawyers and citizens of

New Orleans.

Next up will be Governor John Bel Edwards who will be the featured speaker during lunch at the Ritz Carlton Hotel on July 24th, so please be sure to secure

your tables and tickets if you have not already.

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Please note, payment is expected before the start of programs in order to attend. Cancellations must be received in writing two days in advance in order to receive a refund. No shows are not eligible for refunds and will be charged for the program, plus an administrative billing fee.

Meet the Orleans Parish Property Assesor CLEHosted by the Tax Law Committee

Orleans Parish Property Assessor, Erroll Williams, will address the property tax assessment process, in general, as well as judicial and legislative developments and new streamlined processes in his office that should benefit lawyers for the upcoming open rolls period.

Speaker: Erroll G. Williams, Orleans Parish Property Assessor

Date: Wednesday, July 11, 2018

Time: 12 noon - 1 p.m.

Location: NOBA Office 650 Poydras Street, Suite 1505

CLE: 1 hour of CLE credit

Cost: NOBA Member Discount: $35; Non-Member: $55 (Includes lunch)

To Register: Contact the NOBA office at (504) 525-7453 or email Liz Daino at [email protected].

Eroll G. Williams, Orleans Parish Property Assesor

Strategies and Best Practices For The 363 Sale: Everything You Need To Know Sbout The APA Sale Order and Bidding Procedures CLEHosted by the Bankruptcy and Business Litigation Committees

An overview of selling assets during a bankruptcy proceeding known as 363 sales - the pros and cons, the process and the key issues that often arise when negotiating and drafting the asset purchase agreement, bidding procedures order and sale order. They will also provide guidance and direction to lawyers and professionals representing debtors, secured parties, buyers and other interested parties seeking to maximize value in a distressed environment.

Speakers: Greta M. Brouphy, Heller, Draper, Patrick, Horn & Manthey, L.L.C. Benjamin W. Kadden, Lugenbuhl, Wheaton, Peck, Rankin & Hubbard Elena P. Ketchum, Stichter, Riedel, Blain & Postler, P.A. Evelyn J. Meltzer – Pepper Hamilton LLP

Date: Thursday, July 12, 2018

Time: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Location: NOBA Office 650 Poydras Street, Suite 1505

CLE: 3 hours of CLE credit

Cost: NOBA Members: $90 Non-Members: $125 (Includes light lunch)

To Register: Contact the NOBA office at (504) 525-7453 or email Liz Daino at [email protected].

Please note, payment is expected before the start of programs in order to attend. Cancellations must be received in writing two days in advance in order to receive a refund. No shows are not eligible for refunds and will be charged for the program, plus an administrative billing fee.

Alicia M. Bendana, Bankruptcy & & Debtor/Creditor Rights

Committee Chair

Ryan D. Adams, Business Transactions

Committee Chair

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2018 Legislative Review CLEThis program is a comprehensive review of the latest developments emerging from the Louisiana State Legislature. A panel of seasoned representatives and state senators will review relevant legislation that affects the legal community and the law.

Speakers: Clancy J. DuBos, Gambit Weekly Rep. J. Patrick Connick, LA House of Representatives Walter J. Leger III, Leger & Shaw Senator Daniel R. Martiny, LA State Senate

Date: Thursday, July 19, 2018

Time: 12 noon - 1:30 p.m.

Location: Stone Pigman 909 Poydras Street #3150 New Orleans, LA 70112

CLE: 1.5 hours of CLE credit

Cost: NOBA Member Discount: $40; Non-Member: $60 (Includes lunch)

To Register: Contact the NOBA office at (504) 525-7453 or email Liz Daino at [email protected].

Clancy J. DuBos

Please note, payment is expected before the start of programs in order to attend. Cancellations must be received in writing two days in advance in order to receive a refund. No shows are not eligible for refunds and will be charged for the program, plus an administrative billing fee.

Beyond Wellness: When Our Mental and Physical Wellness Exercises Are Not Enough CLEHosted by the Wellness & Stress Management Committee

Ann Abbrecht will discuss a holistic approach to counseling, specifically for the legal professional, and why it should be used as process by which any of us could have the opportunity to focus on all the various aspects of our lives, ourselves, who we want to become, and how to achieve our goals.

Speaker: Ann Abbrecht, LPC, NCC, MS

Date: Wednesday, July 18, 2018

Time: 12 noon - 1:00 p.m.

Location: NOBA Office 650 Poydras Street, Suite 1505

CLE: 1 hour of CLE credit

Cost: NOBA Member Discount: $35; Non-Member: $55 (Includes lunch)

To Register: Contact the NOBA office at (504) 525-7453 or email Liz Daino at [email protected].

Ann Abbrecht, Licensed Professional Counselor

Please note, payment is expected before the start of programs in order to attend. Cancellations must be received in writing two days in advance in order to receive a refund. No shows are not eligible for refunds and will be charged for the program, plus an administrative billing fee.

J. Patrick Connick

Walter J. Leger III Daniel R. Martiny

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Mayor LaToya Cantrell Addresses New Orleans Bar AssociationCity Leader Meets the Bar Leaders

On June 1, 2018, the New Orleans Bar Association (NOBA) kicked off the summer Leadership Luncheons with the Mayoral Luncheon at the Hyatt Regency Hotel. After a warm introduction by NOBA President Dana Douglas, new-ly-elected Mayor of New Orleans LaToya Cantrell was met with a standing ovation from a crowd of over 250 lawyers and judges.

The Mayor opened her remarks by acknowledging she has heard our con-cerns about the needs for a new courthouse for the Orleans Parish Civil District Court, which was met with a round of loud applause. The Mayor explained that she was open to having dialogue with New Orleanians and emphasized that civility was important to her. She shared her apprecia-tion for the value of lawyers and the work they do making our city a better place to live for everyone. The Mayor closed by admitting that there is progress yet to be made and encouraged all attending, as leaders in the New Orleans community, to be a part of that change and maintain the City’s forward progress.

NOBA would like to thank the Mayor for making time so early in her term as the new Mayor to address the Bar.

NOBA also wishes to recognize and thank all those who participated in and made this event possible, including Dana Douglas, NOBA President, Gary Johnson, Leadership Luncheon Chair, NOBA Executive Director Helena Henderson, Program Director Liz Daino and the following table sponsors:

Mayoral luncheonAuthor: Helena N. Henderson, New Orleans Bar Association

City Attorney Sunni LeBeouf with NOBA President Dana Douglas

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Adams and Reese; Baker, Donelson. Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz; Barrasso, Usdin, Kupperman, Freeman & Sarver, L.L.C; Bright Moments; Carver Darden Koretzky Tessier Finn Blossman & Areaux L.L.C; The City Attorney’s Of-fice; Civil District Court, Deutsch Kerrigan L.L.P; Entergy Services, Inc.; Frilot L.L.C; Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith, APLC; Gordon, Arata, Montgomery, Barnett, McCollam, Duplantis & Eagan L.L.C; Irwin Fritchie Urquart & Moore L.L.C; Jones Walker LLP; Liberty Bank and Trust Company; Liskow & Lewis; Phelps Dunbar L.L.P.; Pugh Accardo Haas & Radecker; Shields Mott L.L.P.; and Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann L.L.C.

The NOBA Summer Leadership Lun-cheons provide an opportunity for the legal community to hear from our elected leaders on the pressing issues of the day. We look forward to July 24, 2018 when Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards will address the bar. Then we’ll tie up our Leadership Luncheons on August 16, 2018, when Louisiana Supreme Court Chief Justice Bernette J. Johnson will talk about the court sys-tem with members of the bar. Please contact the NOBA office to make reservations as these programs are expected to sell out.

Mayoral luncheon

Judge Piper Griffin, Nancy Marshall, Judge Bernadette D’Souza, Mayor Cantrell, Judge Angelique Reed and Judge Nakisha Ervin-Knott

Norman Francis and Mayor Cantrell

Gary Johnson, Dana Douglas, Mayor Cantrell and Jason WaguespackWelcome remarks by NOBA President Dana Douglas

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Tiffany Delery Davis is a shareholder at Liskow & Lewis where she prac-tices in the areas of maritime and energy law, and heads the firm’s Diversi-ty Committee. She concentrates her practice on maritime and oilfield torts and contracts, and on environmental litigation involving oil spills, oilfield restoration, and coastal erosion. She also has experience with regulatory and transactional matters concerning environmental and energy law.

Tiffany serves as Co-Chair of NOBA’s Oil and Gas Committee. She also serves on the Board of the New Orleans Chapter of the Federal Bar Asso-ciation and is a New Orleans Regional Leadership Institute (NORLI) Board Member.

Tiffany served as a Sergeant in the United States Marine Corps Reserves from 1996 through 2004.

WAID: Tell us about your military service?

DAVIS: I served as an intelligence analyst in the United States Marine Corps Reserves for eight years during college and law school. Roughly three of those years were spent on active duty, including activation orders during Opera-tion Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom. Fortunately, I was never stationed in any combat areas. As an intelligence analyst I was always attached to headquarters-level commands where I would prepare and present intel-ligence briefings to the Commanding General and his staff of Commanding Officers.

The U.S. Marine Forces Reserve Headquarters is located in New Orleans, and that is where I was stationed during most of my enlistment. I also spent one year stationed at Headquarters Marine Forces Europe in Germany and another at Headquarters Marine Forces Pacific in Hawaii. Remarkably, while stationed in Hawaii, my barracks were on Ford Island in the center of Pearl Harbor, so I am especially humbled to have that connection to such a historic site. Other short-term duty assignments took me to Bosnia and Korea. Wherever I was stationed I took advantage of the opportunity to explore the world around me with fellow Marines.

WAID: What inspired you to join the military?

DAVIS: Having spent the latter part of my childhood in New Jersey, I returned to my hometown of New Orleans in time to begin undergrad at Loyola. As much as I enjoyed college, I was eager for some more exciting challenges. I also had aspirations to join the FBI, and figured the military experience and security clearance would help, so I set off for boot camp the summer after completing my first year of studies.

At 18 years old I felt capable of anything, and there was no better way to prove it than becoming one of “The Fewer, The Prouder - a Female Marine.” I admired all service members, but the Marines impressed me most withtheir attitudes and sharp uniforms. The Reserves was the right choice for me because it satisfied my appetite for adventure while allowing me to continue my education on schedule.

veteran’s sPotlight

Tiffany Delery Davis, Liskow & Lewis, APLC

Interview conducted by Raymond T. Waid, Liske & Lewis, APLC

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WAID: How has your experience in the military assisted you in the practice of law?

DAVIS: One big asset to my legal career has been the wealth of life experience I gained that enables me to relate to many situations and work successfully with all types of people. I also left the Marine Corps tougher and more disciplined than I entered it. Equally important, I developed a strong self-perception and confidence in my abili-ties that has managed to survive thirteen years of practice relatively intact. Finally, I have never found any client, lawyer or judge especially intimidating compared to many of the Marines I’ve worked with, so that’s a plus.

WAID: Anything else you’d like us to know?

DAVIS: This relates to some little-known New Orleans history. The Molly Marine statue honoring servicewom-en that stands downtown (at the intersection of Elks Place and Canal) is the first United States monument of a woman in uniform. It is reportedly only the second known statue in the world of a woman in uniform – following behind an 1855 statue of Joan of Arc in Orleans, France. The Molly Marine statue was dedicated by the City of New Orleans in 1943, and was part of a recruiting effort during World War II. She was created by world-renowned sculptor Enrique Alferez, who erected many well-known landmarks throughout the city.

Since 1969, the Women Marines Association has presented coveted Molly Marine Awards to recognize notable achievement by Women Marines. According to their website, “[a]ward recipients are selected by members of each graduating platoon as individuals who best exemplify the Espirit de Corps and ideal of excellence which is the hallmark of all Marines.”

I enjoyed the honor of receiving the Molly Marine Award from my platoon upon graduation from boot camp in 1997. In 1998, the Molly Marine Res-toration Society was formed and the statue was restored. As a newly-minted Molly Marine, I was invited to take part in several events associated with the restoration, where I had the opportu-nity to meet Enrique Alferez and participate in a documentary about Molly Marine. I think I was all but cut from the documentary except for one line where I said “I am very proud.” That one line sums it up perfectly.

For more information on ways to support our Veterans Justice Fellowship, please visit www.neworleansbar.org/foundation.

about the author

Raymond T. Waid is a maritime lawyer at Liskow & Lewis. He spent four years in the U.S. Navy navigating a destroyer based in Japan before he attended Tulane University Law School. Ray teaches the cargo law course at Tulane in addition to his maritime practice at Liskow.

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new orleans bar Foundation donations

Ann Allen Arceneaux

Louis Graham Arceneaux

Tim L. Fields

David G. Perlis

Irving J. Warshauer

Judge Marie A. Bookman

Thomas J. Eppling

Tim L. Fields

John B. Gooch, Jr.

R. King Milling

David G. Perlis

Scott E. Silbert

James C. Arceneaux Professionalim Fund

Endowment Fund

General Fund

Adam Matasar

Ann Allen Arceneaux

Louis Graham Arceneaux

Judy Y. Barrasso and Brent B. Barriere

Jack C. Benjamin, Jr.

Kyle M. Brennan

Jaye A. Calhoun

Jason A. Camelford

In Memory of Jack C. Benjamin, Sr. 1990-91 NOBA President

Kim M. Boyle

Dana M. Douglas

Patricia A. Garcia

Helena N. Henderson

Patricia A. Krebs

NOBA Board of Directors

NOBA Inn of Court

NOBA Young Lawyers Section

Christopher K. Ralston

R. Patrick Vance and Judge Sarah S. Vance

David G. Perlis

In Memory of Judge Clare Jupiter

Judy Y. Barrasso and Brent B. Barriere

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Award Fund

Gerald Meunier

Laura Tuggle

The Guardians of Service Gifts $1,000-$4,999

Leonard A. Davis

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Mark C. and Monica T. Suprenant

In Honor of Helena N. Henderson

R. Patrick Vance and Judge Sarah S. Vance

The Squad Leaders Gifts Under $100

Craig Ball

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The Platoon Leaders Gifts $100 - $499

Robert M. Hearin, Jr.

Robert L. Manard III

Christopher K. Ralston

Veterans Justice Fellowship Fund

The New Orleans Bar Foundation would like to thank the following people for their generous donations to the Foundation’s various funds. Donors can give to a variety of funds, each designated to serve different programs housed within the Foundation. To learn more about how to donate to the New Orleans Bar Foundation, please visit www.neworleansbar.org/foundation-donations.

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We are pleased to announce that the 2018 Liberty Bell Award was awarded to Alden J. McDonald, Jr., President and CEO of Liberty Bank & Trust Company.

Alden Joseph McDonald, Jr. is a quiet force in the New Orleans community who personifies each of these characteristics.

A graduate of the LSU School of Banking and of Columbia Uni-versity’s Commercial Banking Management Program, McDonald began his career at International City Bank in New Orleans in 1966, rising to the position of Vice President for Consumer Lending be-fore he left to lead Liberty Bank and Trust Company where he has been since 1972. While in college, Mr. McDonald also joined Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. and later attended Columbia Universi-ty’s Commercial Banking Management Program.

Mr. McDonald’s work in the New Orleans community has earned him many accolades. In 2001, McDonald received the prestigious Loving Cup award from New Orleans’ major newspaper, The Times-Picayune, which is considered the highest honor in the

New Orleans Metropolitan Area. In 2006, McDonald was named to Fortune Magazine’s highly regarded “Portraits of Power” list for 2006, extolling him for his powerful presence in the business community and his impact on the global market.

He has served as the chairman of the New Orleans Chamber of Commerce. He has served as the co-chair of the Greater New Orleans Education Foundation. In 2004, he became the first chairman for Greater New Orleans, Inc., established for the economic development of the New Orleans region.

Mr. McDonald has been an active force in the New Orleans business community and has served on almost all well-known professional and social boards in the New Orleans region. As both a business leader and a community leader, he is well known for his devotion to community development through promoting entrepreneurship, supporting civic organizations and empowering both businesses and individuals.

What is less known, however, are his many charitable dona-tions and support to advance causes related to civic respon-sibility and the encouragement all of those he both employs and mentors to be contributors to good government in the community. Mr. McDonald, individually, along with his family, and through the efforts of Liberty Bank, has helped to support

liberty bell award reciPient

Alden McDonald, Jr.

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Alden McDonald, Jr. and Dana Douglas

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countless students in providing scholarships to students attending Tulane, Loyola, Southern, Xavier and LSU law schools. Under his leadership, Liberty has endowed a scholarship through the Greater New Orleans Louis A. Martinet Society which is given out annually to an under-graduate pre-law student. The McDonald and Ortique families have provided significant funding to Dillard Uni-versity, which includes the creation of the Justice Revius O. Ortique Jr. Mock Trial Center, the annual Ortique Lec-ture on Law and Society, and the Ortique Scholarship program.

Along with his wife Rhesa Ortique McDonald, he hosted the annual United Negro College Fund gala in New Or-leans for two decades. The event, which benefits local HBCUs, has grown from a small celebration that netted about $10,000 a year for local UNCF schools to a yearly fete that raised about more $200,000 annually. The Mc-Donald and the Ortique families have been significant benefactors to the Amistad Research Center, most re-cently serving as one of the major sponsors for the 50th Anniversary celebration of Amistad and were responsible for the recent donation of Justice Revius Ortique’s papers to the Amistad Center for historical preservation.

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around the bar

Chehardy Sherman Williams Law Firm welcomes Meredith E. Chehardy as its newest associate. Her practice with the firm includes civil and

business litigation, as well as health-care, personal injury and corporate law.

The Lawyers of Dis-tinction is pleased to announce that Da-vid R. Sherman of Chehardy Sherman Williams Law Firm has been certified as

a member. The Lawyers of Distinction is recognized as the fastest growing community of distinguished lawyers in the United States.

Timothy David Ray was appointed as Clerk of First City Court of New Orleans. Mr. Ray had previous-ly held the position of Chief Deputy Clerk for First City Court.

Barrasso Usdin Kupper-man Freeman & Sarver, L.L.C. is pleased to an-nounce that Charles- Theodore Zerner has joined the firm as an As-sociate.

To place an announcement in Briefly Speaking, email Liz Daino at

[email protected] for pricing information.

Barrasso Usdin Kupperman Freeman & Sarver, L.L.C. is pleased to announce that the Firm was ranked as Top Tier for Commercial Litigation in the 2018 edition of Chambers USA. In addition to the Firm’s ranking, Judy Y. Bar-rasso, Steven W. Usdin, Stephen H. Kupperman, H. Minor Pipes, III, and George C. Freeman, III, were ranked as top litigators in the state, and Richard E. Sarver was recognized for Nationwide Product Liability & Mass Torts.

Barrasso Usdin Kupperman Freeman & Sarver, L.L.C. is pleased to announce that three partners were named to Benchmark Litigation’s Under 40 Hot List: Kristin L. Beckman, Stephen L. Miles, and Kyle W. Siegel, and that Judy Barrasso was named to Bench-mark Litigation’s Top 250 Women in Litigation.

Lewis, Kullman, Ster-bcow & Abramson, a Gulf Coast regional law firm which lit-igates in the areas of maritime, avia-tion, personal inju-ry/wrongful death,

medical malpractice, and products liability in both state and federal courts, welcomes Conrad S.P. “Duke” Williams III as Of Counsel. He is one of America’s most recognized mari-time law practitioners.

Imtiaz A. Siddiqui an-nounces the formation of IAS LAW LLC, a civil litigation firm with a focus on construction, business, employment, civil rights, and appel-late law, located at 900

Camp Street, 3rd Floor, New Orleans.

Lugenbuhl, Wheaton, Peck, Rankin & Hub-bard is pleased to an-nounce the addition of lateral attorney De-los Flint, Jr. to its New Orleans headquarters, joining the firm as a

shareholder. With a career spanning near-ly 40 years, he brings a wealth of experi-ence and esteem to the firm’s Admiralty & Maritime practice

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busy at the bar

Dana Douglas speaking during the dedication of the renaming of Press Street between Chartres Street and St. Claude Avenue as Homer Plessy Way.

Meghan Grant, Colleen Jarrott, Tiffany Delery Davis and Harold Flanagan at a joint social at the NOPSI Hotel.

The dedication of the renaming of Press Street between Chartres Street and St. Claude Avenue as Homer Plessy Way.

Will Snowden, RIck Yelton, Soren E. Gisleson, Judge Roland Belsome, Lesli Harris, Ebony Morris and Ashley Heilprin after wrapping up How to Land

the Job of Your Dreams: Dos and Don’ts of Summer Internships.

Michelle Ghetti, Mary Claire Landry, Richard Ducote, Kim Sport, Sunny Funk, Lt. Valerie Martinez-Jordan, Mariah Wineski and Laura Cannizzaro Rodrigue

after speaking at the Domestic Abuse: Legislateive Update CLE.

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Judge Franz Zibilich speaking on practice and procedures, trial practice, and motions practice during our Approach the Bench CLE.

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