Judge Eric R. Harrington: Professional Background and Legal Expertise

10th Judicial District Court of Louisiana,

Biography

The Hon. Eric R. Harrington (Ret.) served as a judge for the 10th Judicial District Court of Louisiana. Harrington was elected to the bench in 1999. He retired at the conclusion of his term on December 31, 2014.


The 10th Judicial District encompasses Natchitoches Parish.


Harrington earned a bachelor’s degree from Northwestern State University in 1967. He later completed a J.D. at Tulane Law School in 1976. He is licensed to practice in Louisiana (1976).


After graduating from law school, Harrington opened his own private practice. He worked in that capacity until his election to the bench, supplementing his practice with service as an assistant district attorney (1976 to 1984).