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HB 449 Original 2025 Regular Session Carlson
Abstract: Provides relative to disclosure of an attorney's interest in a case in certain circumstances.
Proposed law provides that if an attorney reasonably expects to earn a fee equal to or exceeding
$1,000, the attorney shall file a disclosure of his interest in the case with the court.
Proposed law provides that if an attorney in his individual capacity or through an interest in a
business entity reasonably expects to earn an amount equal to or exceeding $1,000, the attorney shall
file a disclosure of his interest in the case with the court.
Proposed law provides that if an attorney violates proposed law he shall be subject to sanctions by
the court, and the clerk of court in which the case is filed shall file a complaint against the attorney
for the violation with the La. Attorney Disciplinary Board.
(Adds R.S. 37:218(C))