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News & Announcements: 2018-08

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August 25, 2018
The United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana is pleased to announce the selection of Dana Marie Douglas as Magistrate Judge for the District subject to completion of a standard background check. View this PDF.
August 17, 2018
The United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana is seeking a qualified individual for the position of Chief United States Probation Officer.
August 15, 2018
The Judicial Conference Advisory Committees on Appellate, Bankruptcy, Civil and Evidence Rules have proposed amendments to their respective rules, have asked that they be circulated to the bench, bar, and public for comment. Appellate Rules:  35, and 40 Bankruptcy Rules: 2002, 2004, and 8012 Civil Rules: 30 Rules of Evidence: 404 The proposed amendments and the advisory committees’ reports explaining the proposed changes are posted on the Judiciary’s website. The information is posted in a printable format for those who prefer hard-copy documents. The public comment period closes on February 15, 2019.
August 8, 2018
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