NEW ORLEANS, April 14, 2026 – Proskauer is pleased to announce that Margo Richard has been recognized as a “Top Young Lawyer” by the Louisiana State Bar Association. This distinction honors outstanding young attorneys who have demonstrated excellence in the legal profession and made meaningful contributions to their communities.
As an associate in Proskauer’s Labor & Employment Law Department, Margo has served as a key team member in several significant employment matters, including on trial teams for healthcare and technology clients in California state court, and is known for exemplifying integrity, candor and fairness in her interactions with the court, her colleagues and opposing counsel.
In addition to her practice, Margo contributes to the firm’s thought leadership on workplace issues. She has co-authored publications addressing topics such as employer liability for third-party harassment, developments in workplace civil rights laws, and the evolving legal landscape surrounding the use of artificial intelligence.
Read more here: Louisiana State Bar Association Top Young Lawyers 2026
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