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05/27/2026

Check out recent spotlight on Taylor Porter Partner Justin Mannino.

The article highlights Justin’s journey since being named Catholic High’s Most Likely to Succeed, along with his thoughtful perspective on what success means today.

It’s a perspective that surely carries into Justin’s work in estate planning.

Read the article at the link in our story.

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05/26/2026

Last week, Taylor Porter attended the 2026 Influential Women in Business Luncheon, where leaders from across the Capital Region gathered for important conversations around this year’s theme: Transformation. The event honored the women whose achievements are making a lasting impact across Baton Rouge.

05/20/2026

Please join us in welcoming our 2026 Summer Law Clerks to Taylor Porter.

Over the next six weeks, this talented group will work alongside our attorneys, gain hands-on experience, and contribute to the standard of excellence that has shaped our firm for generations. It is where Taylor Porter’s legacy meets the future of the legal profession.

Pictured left to right: Aaron Borne, Loyola University New Orleans College of Law; Caroline Barrow, Paul M. Hebert Law Center at LSU; Cameron Lavespere, Paul M. Hebert Law Center at LSU; Kaley Baronne, Paul M. Hebert Law Center at LSU; Victoria Phillips, Paul M. Hebert Law Center at LSU; Anna Michael Ieyoub, Paul M. Hebert Law Center at LSU; and Ethan Kennedy, Paul M. Hebert Law Center at LSU.

05/18/2026

Taylor Porter was honored to support The Big Bash: London Calling on May 7, 2026, benefiting child and adolescent mental health through Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health.
 
Hosted at the transformed LSU Operations Facility, the evening brought guests together for live music, a beautiful three course dinner by Chef John Folse, and an exciting live auction in support of a deeply important cause.
 
Taylor Porter Managing Partner Bob Barton is currently a member of the Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center Board of Directors.
 
This year, more than $400,000 was raised through the paddle and live auctions, helping fund programs and resources for adolescent mental health across our community.

We are grateful to and all who made the evening such a meaningful success.
 

05/13/2026

Rain or shine, Taylor Porter shows up.

On a very rainy Saturday, our team came together for a Build Day, supporting the incredible work Habitat does to create safe, stable housing for our community. Big thank you to our team who rolled up their sleeves, and made the day such a success!

We’re especially proud to share that Taylor Porter associate Bethany Percle serves as a Habitat for Humanity Board Member, helping advance this important mission beyond Build Day.

Interested in learning more about how you can serve Habitat For Humanity’s mission? Contact Bethany Percle
[email protected]
or visit Habitatbrla.org

05/07/2026

Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements can help navigate the implications and risks of Louisiana’s community property regime. Taylor Porter attorneys Justin Mannino and Heidi Bieber explain how these matrimonial agreements can benefit couples in their latest blog post.

By Justin T. Mannino and Heidi B. Bieber Louisiana is a community property state, meaning that property acquired during a marriage is generally considered jointly owned by both spouses.

04/22/2026

City Year’s 20th Anniversary School House Rock Gala is taking place on April 23. Taylor Porter is excited to sponsor this celebration which will toast the impact the organization has had on our community for the last 20 years. Taylor Porter Attorney Cameron Murray currently serves on the City Year Baton Rouge Board of Directors. Cheers to City Year’s next 20 years!

04/20/2026

Recently, Taylor Porter sponsored the Louisiana Bar Foundation’s 40th Anniversary Gala. The Gala honored both the visionaries who built the Foundation’s enduring legacy and the distinguished honorees carrying that legacy forward in 2026. Congratulations to all of the Distinguished Honorees who were recognized.

04/16/2026

Taylor Porter is excited to be a Silver String sponsor of the Manship Theatre at Shaw Center for the Arts Red Carpet Gala. This fundraiser helps support the theatre’s mission to enrich the lives of audiences of all ages by presenting world-renowned performers on our stage. Taylor Porter Managing Partner Bob Barton serves on the Manship Theatre Board of Directors.

04/14/2026

A great time was had by the Taylor Porter team at the Annual Belly Up with the Bar Cook-Off. This year, Taylor Porter won Best Theme for “Harry Porter.” This signature fundraiser brings together teams, tastings, and friendly competition in support of the Baton Rouge Bar Association’s charitable and community initiatives.

04/13/2026

Congratulations to Taylor Porter Partner Jen O’Connell for being selected as one of the 2026 LSBA Young Lawyers Division Top Young Lawyers. The Top Young Lawyer Award is given to Louisiana’s young lawyers who have made exceptional contributions to the legal profession. Congratulations, Jen!

Congratulations! The Louisiana State Bar Association Young Lawyers Division is proud to recognize Jen O’Connell as a 2026 Top Young Lawyer Award recipient. This honor reflects your outstanding contributions to the legal profession and your commitment to excellence. Thank you for the meaningful impact you make in the practice of law, and congratulations again on this well-deserved recognition.