It's jumped from building to building and interpreted some of the most unique laws in the county, and Friday the Louisiana Supreme Court celebrates its 200th anniversary.
The institution was created as part of the constitution established in 1812. It formally began in 1813.
Judith Schafer, a visiting history and law professor at Tulane University, has authored books on the Louisiana Supreme Court. She said it is one of the most unique state supreme courts in the country.
"One of the hardest things that Gov. Claiborne, the first governor, found was getting somebody qualified that would know Spanish, French and American law and to sort it all out," said Schafer.
On Friday, a ceremony will be held at 11 a.m. at the Supreme Court building in the French Quarter.