Madeleine Landrieu

Madeleine M. Landrieu is Dean and Professor of Law at Loyola University New Orleans College of Law, where she has served since 2017. She previously held judicial roles, including 16 years as a judge on the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeal and the Civil District Court for the Parish of Orleans. She has championed children's rights through initiatives like Louisiana’s Quality Parenting Initiative and Louisiana Fosters, and co-founded the Louisiana Institute for Children in Families.

Education:

• J.D., Loyola University New Orleans (1987)
• Honorary J.D., Loyola University New Orleans (2005)
• B.A., Louisiana State University (1984)

Her research and advocacy focus on judicial ethics, civil procedure, children's rights, and ethical policing. She has presented extensively on topics including recusal, decisional delay, and trial advocacy. Her work emphasizes public service and legal reform for vulnerable populations.

Scientific Awards:

• Michaelle Pitard Wynne Professionalism Award
• Gillis Long Poverty Law Center Public Service Award
• Louisiana State Bar Association Pro Bono Publico Award
• Louisiana Judicial College President’s Award (2017)

Madeleine Landrieu has mentored legal professionals through the Louisiana Supreme Court’s New Judge Training Program (2008–2018) and established partnerships with the New Orleans Police Department to advance ethical policing. She serves on the Board of Directors of Covenant House New Orleans, supporting homeless and trafficked youth.