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The links below provide the biographical sketches of candidates who submitted such information to the Bar Association for the May 16, 2026 judicial election. 

Be advised that the Board of Directors does not check or verify the accuracy of any fact or assertion made by a candidate in response to the NOBA questionnaire. Additional links that may provide more information are the Louisiana State Bar Association website and the Louisiana Attorney Disciplinary Board

Associate Justice Supreme Court, 1st District

William H. Burris

Blair Downing Edwards

Judge Civil District Court, Division M

Stephanie Bridges

Richard Perque

Judge Civil District Court, Division N

Sheryl Howard

Elroy A. James

Judge Criminal District Court, Section J

John Thomas Fuller IV

Andre Gaudin, Jr.

NOTE:  The presence of any biographical sketch is not an endorsement of any candidate, as the NOBA does not give endorsements in political races. The poll results reflect the views of the individual members who vote.