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Check this page, or the News and Announcements box on the homepage, for the latest official news and announcements released by the court. You can also access archived news and announcements from this page.

November 1, 2024
If you have any questions or need assistance regarding election-related filings during normal Clerk’s Office hours, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., please contact the Clerk’s Office Intake Desk at 504-589-7674. On November 5, 2024, between 5:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m., if you have any questions about election-related filings, please call 504-589-3399. After 10:00 p.m. on November 5, 2024, please leave a message and your call will be returned on November 6, 2024. For those who do not have access to file electronically using CM/ECF, the court’s case filing and case management system, https://ecf.laed.uscourts.gov, election-related case filings may be submitted through the Court's Electronic Document Submission System (EDSS). For additional information, please check on the court's website, www.laed.uscourts.gov. Means of submitting election-related filings include: •Through the Court’s electronic case filing and records system, CM/ECF (upon filing, please notify the Court by email to electionfiling@laed.uscourts.gov) •Through the Court's Electronic Document Submission System (EDSS) (upon filing, please notify the Court by email to electionfiling@laed.uscourts.gov. (This email box will be deactivated at close of business on November 8, 2024). •In person, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00p.m., at the Clerk's Office for the U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana, located at 500 Poydras Street, New Orleans, Louisiana 70130. View this PDF
October 23, 2024
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana and the New Orleans Chapter of the Federal Bar Association will present “A Night at the (Courthouse) Theater” on November 20, 2024, 3-5 p.m. This 33rd annual Alvin Rubin Symposium will reenact the historic case Vietnamese Fishermen vs. The Ku Klux Klan and has been approved for one hour each of ethics and professionalism CLE credit. The event will be in Courtroom C-501 at 500 Poydras Street in New Orleans. Performing a script by U.S. Second Circuit Judge Denny Chin and Kathy Hirata Chin, a cast of federal judges and other guests will present the proceedings that took place in 1981 when a group of Vietnamese fishermen sued the Ku Klux Klan in federal court to stop the Klan's campaign of violence and intimidation. Following the play, U.S. Magistrate Judge Eva Dossier will lead a panel discussion of relevant ethics and professionalism issues illustrated in the performance. A light reception will follow the program from 5-6 p.m.  Registration is required at this link, and space is limited.  Please see the program’s flyer for registration details. The program will also be accessible remotely. Questions can directed to the Federal Bar Association by email or by phone at (504) 589-7990.
October 7, 2024
Pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 2071, notice is given that the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit is considering amending 5TH CIR. R. 27.3 and promulgating new rule 5TH CIR. R. 27.3.2 as shown in the attached PDF document. Proposed changes are “redline text.” We will accept written comments for consideration on the proposed change through Oct. 25, 2024. You may write to: Clerk of Court U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit ATTN: Rule Changes 600 South Maestri Place New Orleans, LA 70130 or send comments electronically to changes@ca5.uscourts.gov. View this PDF
October 1, 2024
On September 18, 2024, the Honorable Lance M. Africk informed President Joseph Biden that he intends to retire from regular, active service as a U.S. district judge effective October 1, 2024. For over two decades, Judge Africk has served as a district judge for the Eastern District of Louisiana, in addition to one decade as a magistrate judge. He intends to retain a full staff and docket as a senior judge. Judge Africk’s letter to President Biden can be read here.
September 24, 2024
On September 5, 2024, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana held a naturalization ceremony in which 41 petitioners became United States citizens. The Honorable Barry W. Ashe, U.S. District Judge for the Eastern District of Louisiana, presided over the ceremony. In his opening remarks, Judge Ashe welcomed and congratulated the petitioners then invited everyone to stand for the Pledge of Allegiance which was led by representatives from the Daughters of the American Revolution. Judge Ashe then invited keynote speaker Ana Gershanik to provide remarks. Gershanik spoke of how she came to America with her husband from Argentina with the intention of staying only one year but has now lived here for more than four decades because of the incredible opportunities afforded. Her passion for music, education, and helping others has inspired her to work with countless organizations in the New Orleans area, and she encouraged the brand-new American citizens to pursue their dreams by engaging with their community. EDLA Assistant U.S. Attorney Rob Adams then issued the statement of petitioners’ eligibility for citizenship and presenting petitioners’ requests for name change.  After granting the requests for name change, Judge Ashe had each petitioner announce their name and country of origin before administering the Oath of Allegiance. Petitioners were then given their certificates and took pictures with Judge Ashe. To view photos from the ceremony, please select this link. 
September 16, 2024
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana presents its 2024 POWER Act Event entitled, “It Ends With Us. Ending Domestic Violence in our Community: Lessons from the Bestselling Book and Movie." Tuesday, September 24, 12:00-1:00 pm, in Courtroom 501 (ceremonial courtroom) and by Zoom Webinar. This event is offered at no charge and has been approved for one hour of CLE credit in Louisiana. Please email fbbc@laed.uscourts.gov by Friday, September 20, 2024, to register. 
September 12, 2024
Considering the damage that Hurricane Francine caused in the state of Louisiana and other matters outlined therein, Chief Judge Brown has issued General Order No. 24-1 on September 12, 2024, providing that  all deadlines and delays, including prescriptive and peremptive periods, in cases pending or to be filed in this Court are hereby suspended from September 11, 2024 through September 12, 2024. All filings due during this period shall be deemed timely filed if filed on or before Friday, September 13, 2024. View this PDF
August 30, 2024
Public notice is hereby given of a proposed addition to the Local Rules of the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana (as shown in the PDF below). The proposal concerns a 21-day stay of orders transferring cases to a district court outside the Fifth Circuit. Comments may be made in writing before October 1, 2024, via email to Clerk@laed.uscourts.gov or addressed to Clerk of Court, U.S. District Court, EDLA, 500 Poydras St., Room C-151, New Orleans, LA 70130. Comments received will be made public and posted on the Court’s website with the author’s name. View this PDF
August 9, 2024
THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT, EASTERN DISTRICT OF LOUISIANA, HAS ISSUED SOLICITATION NUMBER  LAEDCLERK24-0001 FOR THE PROCUREMENT OF  EMPLOYEE PARKING WITHIN TWO BLOCKS OF 500 POYDRAS STREET, ROOM B208, NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA.    VENDORS INTERESTED IN SUBMITTING A PROPOSAL MAY REQUEST A COPY OF THE SOLICITATION FROM LAEDML_PROCUREMENT@LAED.USCOURTS.GOV.  THE DEADLINE FOR SUBMITTING AN OFFER IS 5:00 P.M. CT ON FRIDAY, AUGUST 23, 2024.  IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT KEVIN PAYRE AT (504) 589-7678. View this PDF

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