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Here’s the Louisiana Bar Foundation (LBF) schedule to apply for 2027-2028 Grants: Annual/Sustaining Grant applications are open October 1, 2026 – December 1, 2026 Loan Repayment Assistance (LRAP) and LBF

Pay It Forward: Strengthening the Louisiana Bar Foundation Through Civility One of the great benefits of the office of President of the Louisiana Bar Foundation is the opportunity to address

Welcome Michael J. Mestayer of New Orleans, Louisiana, the 2026-27 President of the Louisiana Bar Foundation (LBF). Other officers are Vice President Charles C. Bourque, Jr. of Houma; Treasurer, Colleen

Louisiana Bar Foundation Awards $14.3 Million for Civil Legal Aid 2026-27 Grants The Louisiana Bar Foundation (LBF), awarded more than $14.3 million in grants to assist women, children, the elderly, people

In April the LBF celebrated the 40th Anniversary Gala. See the slideshow that includes photos from our 2026 gala and galas through the years. Fellowship is fun! See LBF Galas

See the Q & A with 2026-27 LBF President Michael J. Mestayer. Click here to read article.

 Judy Y. Barrasso of Barrasso Usdin Kupperman Freeman & Sarver, LLC in New Orleans is the recipient of the 2026 Louisiana Bar Foundation’s (LBF) Curtis R. Boisfontaine Trial Advocacy Award.

The Staff Accountant supports the financial operations of the Louisiana Bar Foundation by maintaining accurate and timely accounting records. This position assists with recurring reconciliations, ensures proper coding of transactions,

The Executive Assistant will provide high-level operational and executive support to the ED/CEO. This position is responsible for logistics and preparation of board meetings and board events. See full job

The Louisiana Bar Foundation (LBF) is celebrating forty years of responsible stewardship, partnership, and a shared commitment to access to justice for all Louisianans. From the beginning, the Foundation’s work