Foundation Projects

Access to Justice
The Access to Justice Program is a cooperative venture of the Louisiana Bar Foundation, the Louisiana State Bar Association and the Louisiana legal services programs.

IOLTA -- Interest on Lawyer Trust Accounts
A unique partnership with the banking community that provides an average annual revenue stream of $2 million.

Distinguished Lecture Series 
This project is designed to promote study and research in the field of law and bring together the practicing bar and judiciary. The Distinguished Lecture Series is a project of the LBF’s Judicial Liaison Committee.

Kids’ Chance
Scholarships are awarded to children of Louisiana workers killed or permanently and totally disabled in an accident compensable under a state or federal workers compensation act or law.

Oral Histories
A recorded series of the oral histories of retiring judges, bar leaders and other legal personalities.

Pro Bono Legal Corps
Equal Justice Works AmeriCorps Attorneys work with LSU and Southern law school students and community providers to develop quality pro bono opportunities.

Scholar in Residence
During a two year term, an LBF selected scholar produces an academic work.

Secret Santa
Needy children are paired with local attorneys who buy presents from a child’s holiday wish list.