MG+M Partner David Frohn, an original co-author of Thomson Reuters’ Louisiana Civil Trial Procedure, has authored the newly expanded and significantly revised 2026 edition. Originally published in 1997, this comprehensive guide continues to offer invaluable insights and practical guidance for legal professionals.
David has been a key contributor to this project since its inception. Additionally, MG+M Associate Kaylin Guillory provided support, research, and writing for this edition.
Louisiana Civil Trial Procedure provides an essential, all-purpose guide to trial procedure in Louisiana, covering everything from the schedule of trial through posttrial motions and execution of judgment. Designed to save attorneys time and effort, with an easy-to-use outline style throughout and a summary description at the start of each chapter. Topics include:
- Practice tips
- Clearly labeled "cautions" to help avoid pitfalls
- Strategic advice
- Basic procedural information needed for every case
- Relevant statutes, rules, and cases
This 2026 Edition of Louisiana Civil Trial Procedure, part of the Louisiana Practice Series, has been updated to reflect recent changes in Louisiana law and practice. Since last year’s edition, new material has been added and/or existing material updated on the following subjects:
- Two Year Prescription for Torts
- Mandatory Deadline to File Daubert Motions
- Third-Party Litigation Funding
- Direct Action Statute
- La. R.S. § 32:295.1 E Repealed
- Caselaw Developments
- Practice Tips: Jury Instructions
- Punitive Damages
