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Posted on: May 29, 2026
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The Approach the Bench program provides a forum for lawyers to get to know the local, state, and federal court judges. Judges speak about general topics, including practice and procedures, trial practice, motions practice, and more.  Approach the Bench CLEs are free to all NOBA members.

If you are not a NOBA Member, now's the time to join! Please visit our membership page to gain access to free and discounted CLEs!

Speaker: Magistrate Judge Michael North, U.S. District Court, EDLA

Date: Thursday, July 16, 2026

Time: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Location: Judge North's Courtroom
500 Poydras St., Courtroom B407
New Orleans, LA 70130

CLE: 1 Hour of CLE

Cost (includes light lunch): 
NOBA Members: Free!
Non-Members: $25.75

Registration is required.

Registration:

  1. Register Online
  2. Email Briana Nelms
  3. Call NOBA at (504) 525-7453

Payment is expected before the start of programs in order to attend. Cancellations must be received in writing two days in advance in order to receive a refund. No shows are not eligible for refunds and will be charged for the program, plus an administrative billing fee.