Law Day

Officially held May 1, Law Day was first declared by President Dwight Eisenhower in 1958 as a special day of celebration for the people of the United States to celebrate our liberties and cultivate respect for the law in our country. The Baton Rouge Bar Foundation's Law Day is a nationally recognized program.

The 2024 Law Day theme “Voices of Democracy” recognizes that in democracies, the people rule. For nearly 250 years, Americans have expressed their political views and wishes by speaking their minds and voting in elections. In 2024, the United States will hold its 60th presidential election, and Americans will address fundamental questions about democracy and the rule of law. Click here for more information about Law Day from the ABA.

Each year, the BRBF holds an art contest and essay contests. During some years, we've held a video contest as well. For more information about the BRBF Law Day program, contact Reagan Haik at reagan@brba.org or 225-214-5556.