House Bill No. [insert number] establishes the Complex Litigation Section Pilot Program within the Nineteenth Judicial District Court in Louisiana. This new section is defined to handle complex civil cases that require extensive judicial management due to multifaceted legal issues. The bill outlines specific criteria for determining whether a case qualifies for this section, including the need for high case management, the expectation of numerous pre-trial motions, and the presence of multiple parties with separate counsel.

Additionally, the bill authorizes the clerk of court to impose an additional filing fee of $200 for cases referred to the Complex Litigation Section, with the collected fees directed to a newly established Complex Litigation Section Fund. This fund will cover operating expenses, including salaries, and will be subject to annual audits to ensure transparency. The pilot program is set to last for two years unless extended by the legislature.