About Us

IPNO is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization providing legal representation to the wrongfully convicted of Louisiana and Mississippi, and the first such entity in the Deep South. Most of our clients are poor, forgotten and all of them have used up all legal avenues for relief.

The last decade has seen the emergence of many innocence projects across the U.S. IPNO is one of the largest freestanding projects. It is one of the most representation-centered projects and has one of the highest success rates for its size. IPNO has received over 3,000 applications for assistance from both states. As of 2009, IPNO has freed 15 prisoners and has 100s of cases still to review.

The IPNO Staff is made up of full time staff-attorneys and support staff, aided by a constellation of Interns and Volunteers including pro-bono counsel.

Click here for a list of foundation support IPNO has received throughout the years.