AAJ “Above and Beyond” Award Recipient

Brian Franciskato Award recipient Board of Governors Above and Beyond

At our firm, we take immense pride in the active engagement of our team members in professional organizations such as the American Association for Justice (AAJ). This year, we are thrilled to congratulate Brian Franciskato on receiving this award and recognition.

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At AAJ’s Annual Luncheon, Brian was honored with the prestigious “Above and Beyond Award,” recognizing members who go the extra mile to strengthen and sustain the organization. This recognition reflects AAJ’s unwavering commitment to defending the 7th Amendment right to trial by jury and ensuring access to justice for all.

Executive Leadership Roles

AAJ Convention AAJ2025 Executive Committee Board of Governors legal leadershipExecutive Committee & Board of Governors. Brian’s dedication to AAJ is evident through his service on both the Executive Committee and the Board of Governors, where he continues to help shape the future of the organization. At the annual Board meeting, Brian had the privilege of introducing Sara Schuett (far right in photograph), Executive Director of the Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys, who will serve as the incoming President of the National Association of Trial Lawyer Executives (NATLE).

Brian’s leadership, vision, and tireless advocacy embody the values we hold dear. We are proud to celebrate his achievements and grateful for the impact he continues to make—both within AAJ and across the broader legal community.

To learn more about the organization, visit justice.org and explore opportunities to advance justice and protect the rights of all.


product liability lawyer personal injury lawyer trial lawyers AAJ Award recipientBrian Franciskato. As a partner at Nash & Franciskato, Brian represents plaintiffs in serious personal injury and wrongful death litigation, with a particular focus on mass torts involving defective medical devices. He brings dedication, integrity, and deep experience to every case.

Nash & Franciskato is a firm dedicated to nationwide representation of clients affected by automobile and trucking accidents, wrongful death, product liability, defective drugs, medical devices, and other related issues. The firm is dedicated to helping people who are seriously injured by others.

AAJ American Association for JusticeAmerican Association for Justice (AAJ) promotes justice and fairness for injured persons, safeguards victims’ rights—particularly the right to trial by jury—and strengthens the civil justice system through education and disclosure of information critical to public health and safety. With members worldwide and a network of U.S. and Canadian affiliates involved in diverse areas of trial advocacy, AAJ provides lawyers and paralegals with the information and professional assistance needed to serve clients successfully and protect the democratic values inherent in the civil justice system.


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