State Bar seeks nominations for pro bono, public service, and
law-related education awards
October 30, 2003
The State Bar annually recognizes attorneys, judges, law firms,
organizations, and law students who have made outstanding pro bono,
public service, or law-related education contributions at the annual
convention. If you know an individual or organization that should be
recognized, contact the State Bar by Nov. 26.
The Legal Assistance Committee recognizes attorneys or law firms that
have provided outstanding pro bono service. These awards honor
private, government, or corporate practice attorneys; private
law firms; and legal services staff attorneys who provide legal
services to low- and moderate-income populations, explore new ways to
increase the accessibility of legal services, provide encouragement and
assistance to local bar associations in improving legal services
delivery, and promote pro bono service for Wisconsin lawyers. Contact Elizabeth Rich.
The Public Interest Law Section seeks nominations for the Dan
Tuchscherer Outstanding Public Interest Law Attorney Award, which
recognizes a lawyer who has demonstrated a selfless, lifetime commitment
to working in the public interest, both inside and outside the field of
law. The section also seeks nominations for the Outstanding Public
Interest Law Student for U.W. and Marquette law schools. Contact Salud Garcia.
The Law-related Education Committee (LRE) seeks nominations for the
LRE Attorney of the Year Award. This award honors an attorney who has
demonstrated excellence in promoting and supporting statewide efforts to
educate the public, encourage understanding and respect for the legal
system, and foster appreciation of the rights and responsibilities of
all persons under the law. Contact Dee Runaas.
The awards will be presented at Volunteer Lawyer Recognition
Celebration event at the Annual Convention in Madison in May.
