Our Community Involvement

Each year, I’m proud to volunteer with the Louisiana State Bar Association’s “Lawyers in Libraries” program. An initiative dedicated to giving back and increasing access to legal help for people across our state. The program connects attorneys with local residents at parish library branches to provide free, one-on-one consultations and help answer common civil-legal questions.

Consultations usually last 15–20 minutes and are designed to help people better understand their legal rights and next steps.

What makes this program so special is its focus on access. Legal help can sometimes feel out of reach, especially for those unsure where to start. By bringing lawyers directly into the community, the program makes it easier for people to get trusted answers in a welcoming, familiar space—their local library.

No appointment is required. Participants simply check in at the library’s front desk and are placed on the wait list to meet with a volunteer attorney. Bringing any related documents can be helpful, but it’s not necessary.

At LJBLegal, we believe in supporting our neighbors, not just through our work in the courtroom, but through community service that helps people feel informed and empowered. Programs like Lawyers in Libraries are a reminder that everyone deserves access to reliable legal information and compassionate guidance, no matter their situation.

If you hear about a Lawyers in Libraries event at your local branch, I encourage you to stop by or share it with someone who might benefit. It’s a simple way for us all to stay connected, informed, and supported.

We’re excited to share a new way we’re helping our neighbors in St. Charles Parish.

Starting Thursday, August 21, our team at Loyd J. Bourgeois Injury & Accident Lawyer will partner with the St. Charles Parish Library to bring free notary public services to adults in our community.

On the third Thursday of each month, Loyd or another LJB Legal attorney will visit a different library branch to notarize documents at no cost. No appointment needed—just walk in during the scheduled time.

Our first event will be at the West Regional Library in Luling on Thursday, August 21 from 1–3 pm. (Times may vary for future dates.)

August 21 – West Regional Library in Luling
September 18 – East Regional Library in Destrehan
October 16 – Paradis Branch
November 20 – St. Rose Branch
December 18 – Norco Branch

What you need to know:

• Notarization only—we won’t be drafting documents or giving legal advice
• If your document needs witnesses, please bring them with you
• All signers must bring a valid photo ID

“This partnership is about removing barriers,” Loyd said. “Sometimes something as simple as getting a document notarized can be a challenge. We’re honored to work with the library to make this service available to our neighbors.”

For upcoming locations and times, visit the St. Charles Parish Library events page or check back here for updates.

The new school year is right around the corner – do you know when winter break is? What about other school holidays and half-days? Don’t worry. You’re not on your own. 

Loyd J. Bourgeois Injury & Accident Lawyer is happy to release its 2025/2026 St. Charles Parish Public Schools calendar magnet. You can keep this magnet on your refrigerator in plain sight to stay on top of your student’s school schedule.

To receive your calendar, please fill out the form here. We’ll put your calendar in the mail as soon as possible.

Loyd had such a heartwarming experience serving as the guest reader for “Won’t You Be My Neighbor” community story time at the St. Charles Parish Library West Regional Branch in Luling.

The event was part of the LSBA Louisiana Lawyers in Libraries Week, which connects attorneys with local communities in meaningful ways.

The children’s smiles and enthusiasm made the day unforgettable. Thank you to the library for hosting, and here’s to continuing to nurture a love for both reading and the law in our youngest neighbors.

For years we’ve donated Hahnville themed shirts to the Hahnville High Robotics Team’s t-shirt cannon to launch into the crowd for football games. When we learned the first football game after the devastation of Hurricane Ida would be Hahnville vs Destrehan, we designed a special shirt for the occasion.

The design featured the iconic Hale Boggs Bridge filled with the names of towns and neighborhoods across our parish. A tribute to the strength and unity of St. Charles Parish.

The response from the community was immediate and enthusiastic. Everyone was asking if they could buy one

So due to popular demand, we made the shirts available to the public.

All proceeds from shirt sales and sponsorships supported a special fund through the United Way of St. Charles, benefiting the St. Charles Parish Public Schools Foundation to help teachers replace classroom materials lost during the storm. Thanks to the community’s support, we were able to donate $5,000 to the fund.