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Diversity Committee
The mission of this committee is to assess the level of racial, ethnic, national origin, religion,
gender, age, sexual orientation and disability diversity within all components of the legal
profession in Louisiana; to identify barriers to the attainment of full and meaningful representation
and participation in the legal profession by persons of diverse backgrounds; and to propose
programs and methods by which the LSBA can most effectively work to remove those barriers
and achieve greater diversity.

Staff liaison Tricia R. Pierre, Director of Member Outreach and Diversity*
(504)619-0129
(800)421-5722, ext. 129
tricia.pierre@lsba.org

Ethics Advisory Service Committee
The mission of this committee shall be to encourage ethical lawyer conduct by supporting the
LSBA's Ethics Counsel in his/her provision of informal non-binding ethics opinions to members
of the Bar.

Staff liaison Eric K. Barefield, Professional Programs Ethics Counsel
(504)619-0122
(800)421-5722, ext. 122
ebarefield@lsba.org

Insurance Committee
The mission of this committee shall be to ensure the long-term stability of all Bar-endorsed insurance
plans, balancing the most favorable rates, coverage and service for Louisiana lawyers by overseeing
the relationship between the Louisiana State Bar Association, its carrier and its third-party
administrator. The committee shall be charged with management of the professional liability, life,
disability and other group plans offered to members of the Louisiana State Bar Association. The
committee shall be comprised of a chairperson and up to eighteen (18) additional members.
Staff liaison William N. King, Practice Assistance Counsel*
(504)619-0109
(800)421-5722, ext. 109
bking@lsba.org

Legal Services for Persons with Disabilities Committee
The mission of the Legal Services for Persons with Disabilities Committee shall be to provide
members of the bench, bar and the general public with a greater understanding and knowledge of
the legal needs and rights of persons with disabilities; to better meet the legal needs of persons
with disabilities, and to increase the knowledge that persons with disabilities have regarding their
rights and resources.

Staff liaison Monte T. Mollere, Access to Justice Director*
(504)619-0146
(800)421-5722, ext. 146
mmollere@lsba.org