“I’m proud to know many of the honorees personally,
and it was so special to be able to take a moment with
each of them and offer my congratulations. They are
a passionate and diverse group of professionals who
represent the best in our state’s legal industry. Each
of them has taken their talents and improved the
profession as well as their communities, and that is
something I truly admire.”
– Susan Brewer, CEO/Managing Partner,
Steptoe & Johnson PLLC
“We were very pleased to partner with West Virginia
Executive magazine for Lawyers & Leaders. The
inaugural class was amazing, and the ceremony
was wonderful. It underscored all the amazing things
people do with their law degrees to give back to the
state and their communities.”
– Gregory Bowman, Dean, WVU College of Law
“I was so impressed by the variety of life experiences
of the award winners, yet they were unanimous in
their commitment as lawyers to serve the community
and West Virginia. It was moving and inspiring to
hear what motivates them to lead and serve.”
– Adrienne Worthy, Executive Director,
Legal Aid of West Virginia
“I was happy to attend the event and see several of
our alumni earning this recognition. My favorite part
of the event was hearing from each of the recipients.
Many of them talked of the important work they do
serving those in West Virginia. We learned that not
only are these individuals accomplished lawyers or
judges, but they are also incredibly active members of
their communities. It was inspiring to see how many of
these recipients care about the less fortunate in their
communities. These people are making West Virginia
a better place to live and work through bettering the
legal system and by giving back as donors, board
members, coaches and volunteers. I think the caring
spirit and friendliness of West Virginians make this
beautiful state a great place to live and work.”
– Jennifer Powell, Director, WVU College
of Law Center for Law and Public Service
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