DAs in Louisiana Juggle Private Practices | New Orleans News

In Louisiana, 30 out of 42 district attorneys run private law firms—legal gray area or long-standing tradition? When Orleans and Iberville DAs clashed in a high-stakes college athlete eligibility case, it spotlighted how these dual-role prosecutors earn extra income, with some making over $100K privately, while also raising red flags about conflicts when private clients cross into criminal territory. The state’s Supreme Court is now weighing whether this practice should be curtailed. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a1b6fa3a2fccb417