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Fifth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals
Hon. Jennifer W. Elrod, Chief Judge
Lyle W. Cayce, Clerk of Court

Lawyers Advisory Committee

The Lawyers Advisory Committee for the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit was established pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 2077(b) to review, study, and make recommendations regarding the Fifth Circuit Local Rules and Internal Operating Procedures. General Order 2025-3 establishes the procedures, membership, and roles for the Committee.

The Lawyers Advisory Committee serves as a liaison for the public, including members of the bar, to the Court for procedural matters and suggestions for change, comments, or recommendations regarding the practices or procedures of the Court.

Submit comments or suggestions

Questions, comments, or suggestions for improvement to the Fifth Circuit's Rules of Practice or Internal Operating Procedures may be directed to:

Advisory Committee
c/o Clerk of Court
United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit
600 South Maestri Place
New Orleans, LA 70130

Important notes

The Committee can neither assist nor intervene in cases before the Court and is not involved in Judicial Conduct or Judicial Disability matters. Questions or concerns about pending or final decisions of the Fifth Circuit should be directed to the Clerk's Office. Judicial Conduct and Disability information is available on our website.

Committee members

Michael Bentley Chair · Jackson, Mississippi
Gaines Cleveland Gulfport, Mississippi
Tom Flanagan New Orleans, Louisiana
Allison Jones Shreveport, Louisiana
Aaron Nielson Austin, Texas
Matthew Wright Amarillo, Texas