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21 -On Wednesday , June 29 , 2022 , the Women in the Profession ( WIP ) Section had the pleasure of hosting its 22nd Annual Woman of Achievement Award Luncheon at Piedmont Driving Club . This year ’ s distinguished honoree was the Honorable Susan E . Edlein ( State Court of Fulton County ). Hon . Edlein ascended to the bench by appointment of Governor Sonny Perdue in 2008 , following a successful career in private practice as a litigation partner and co-chair of the national Real Estate Litigation team at Holland & Knight LLP . She is no stranger to WIP or to the Atlanta Bar Association , having served in many leadership positions for this and several other community and professional organizations over the years .
The Outstanding Woman in the Professions Achievement Award presented at the luncheon is conferred each year by WIP on a woman who has made significant contributions in furthering the interests of women in the profession , has involvement in activities which assist women in the metropolitan Atlanta community , involvement in professional organizations which assist in promoting and empowering women in the profession , and significant professional achievements .
The outgoing Chair of the Section , Kristin R . Barnhart ( The Platt Law Firm ), welcomed the approximately 60 guests to the luncheon and gave a few opening remarks recapping the Section ’ s busy and successful bar year . A dear friend and former partner of Hon . Edlein , Susan W . Kennicott ( Holland & Knight LLP ), introduced
Hon . Edlein and presented her with the award , sharing stories of her uniquely disarming charm , tenacity , and collegiality that paved the way for her successful career . Hon . Edlein then shared her own stories , appreciation for her family , friends , mentors , and mentees in attendance , and even inspirational quotes from Lizzo . Her remarks frequently evoked laughter from the crowd and left attendees feeling inspired to renew their own commitments to collegiality and service to our chosen profession . The incoming Chair of the section , Talis C . Trevino ( Holland & Knight LLP ), closed out the luncheon by thanking Hon . Edlein , Barnhart , and all those present for their attendance .
The event would not have been possible without the tireless efforts of Section Director Karen English ( Atlanta Bar ). The Women in the Profession Section would also like to extend its gratitude to its sponsors : Barnes & Thornburg LLP , Carrie Calla with Harry Norman , The Platt Law Firm , The Saylor Law Firm , and Trustpoint One .
The Women in the Profession Section is looking forward to an exciting Bar year ahead ! We hope everyone continues to have a great Summer and we will see you at our events that will be picking up in the Fall .
TALIS C . TREVINO Holland & Knight LLP talis . trevino @ hklaw . com
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