La. Code Civ. Proc. art. 5092

Current with changes from the 2024 legislative session effective on or before 7/1/2024, from Acts 2,3, 6-535, and 580-647
Section 5092 - Qualifications; suggestions for appointment not permitted

When the court appoints an attorney at law to represent an unrepresented party, it shall appoint an attorney qualified to practice law in this state.

The court shall not accept any suggestion as to the name of the attorney to be appointed, unless manifestly in the interest of the unrepresented party.

La. C.P. § 5092