Louisiana Association of Defense Counsel (LADC) and the LADC Young Lawyers Committee hosted the 12th Annual Frank L. Maraist Young Lawyers Award Dinner on Thursday, August 6, 2026, at Calcasieu in New Orleans, Louisiana.

The award, named in honor of Professor Frank Maraist, the first executive director of the LADC, recognizes young lawyers who have outstanding achievements in their practice and have made significant contributions to the legal profession, the defense bar, and the community.

This year, MBLB Associate Katie L. Briuglio was nominated and recognized at the dinner for her contributions to the legal field. Attorneys Arthur Chassaignac, Andrew Miner, Carter Sayers, and John Zazulak joined Katie for the celebration.

About Katie Briuglio

Katie Briuglio’s practice focuses on admiralty and maritime litigation and insurance defense. Katie handles a wide variety of disputes in both state and federal court, including claims under general maritime law, the Jones Act, and the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act, as well as insurance coverage and extra-contractual claims.

Katie has already developed a reputation as a skilled defense attorney in litigation and maritime law, receiving honors from Super Lawyers Rising Stars and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch. She has also shown a dedication to serving the community by providing pro bono civil legal aid and working with organizations that provide pro bono civil legal aid to citizens in New Orleans and throughout Louisiana. More >