2024 BENCH BAR CONFERENCE
HIGHLIGHTS
The 2024 Bench Bar Conference was a slam-dunk success , thanks to the enthusiastic participation of all attendees . A huge shout-out to Andrew Kwan for his Pop-Shot Basketball fundraising efforts benefiting Reading & Robes . Special thanks to our dedicated 2024 Bench Bar Co-chairs , Kalinthia Dillard and Spencer Keyser , for their invaluable contributions that took the event to new heights . In addition , esteemed members of the legal community were honored for their outstanding impact on the legal community , including Hon . W . Matthew Stevenson , Attorney Matthew E . Haynes , and Attorney Gary Lesser , recipients of prestigious awards . Justice Renatha Francis received a standing ovation for her captivating and inspiring keynote address . Heartfelt appreciation goes out to our sponsors whose generous support brought the event to life , as well as to the local judges , law firms , and businesses that made it possible . And congratulations to Kelsey Burke- the lucky winner of the $ 200 Visa Card Bracket Buster Challenge !