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September 8, 2009
STATE BAR SEEKS NOMINEES FOR 2010 EXCELLENCE IN
PUBLIC SERVICE AWARDS
Annual award honors the contributions of New
York’s public service attorneys
ALBANY—The New York State Bar Association is seeking nominees
for the 2010 Award for Excellence in Public Service. Sponsored by the
Committee on Attorneys in Public Service, the award recognizes
excellence by a member of the legal profession in the commitment to, and
performance of, public service. The award will be presented during the
State Bar’s Annual Meeting on Tuesday, January 26, 2010.
“Through their advocacy and unwavering dedication to serve the
public good, public service attorneys make a difference in the lives of
New Yorkers each day,” said Committee Chair Hon. Peter S. Loomis
of Albany (New York State Department of Transportation). “Some of
New York’s most distinguished attorneys and jurists have received
this prestigious award, and this year’s recipients are sure to
continue this outstanding legacy of excellence.”
Individuals receiving the award must epitomize a commitment to the
highest and noblest calling afforded by the legal profession: to
preserve and protect the public. Their efforts must demonstrate a
commitment to service, honor and integrity.
The deadline for nominations is September 25, 2009. Nominations
should be directed to Patricia K. Wood, CAE, Senior Director, Membership
Services, New York State Bar Association, One Elk Street, Albany, NY
12207, faxed to 518-487-5579, or e-mailed to caps@nysba.org. For more information,
please visit: www.nysba.org/capsaward.
Last year’s award recipients were Anthony J. Annucci of Albany,
executive deputy commissioner, New York State Department of Correctional
Services, and Denise E. O’Donnell of Buffalo, deputy secretary for
public safety and commissioner, New York State Division of Criminal
Justice Services.
The 76,000-member New York State Bar Association is the official
statewide organization of lawyers in New York and the largest voluntary
state bar association in the nation. Founded in 1876, State Bar programs
and activities have continuously served the public and improved the
justice system for more than 130 years.
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