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Memphis Law Student Takes First Place in TBA Writing Competition

Posted by: Stacey Shrader Joslin on Apr 19, 2010

Paper on 'environmental justice' wins fourth annual contest

NASHVILLE, April 19, 2010 — Nicholas C. Christiansen, a second-year student at The University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, has been awarded first place in the Tennessee Bar Association Environmental Law Section's 2010 Jon E. Hastings Memorial Award Writing Competition for his article "Environmental Justice: Finding a Private Right Of Action."

TBA Recognizes Corporate Contributions to Pro Bono Efforts in Tennessee

Posted by: Stacey Shrader Joslin on Mar 26, 2010

Miller & Martin and International Paper to receive awards for commitment to providing free legal services to the poor

NASHVILLE, March 26, 2010 — The law firm of Miller & Martin PLLC and International Paper will be recognized for their commitment to providing free legal services to the needy at a dinner and ceremony Saturday evening in Nashville.

White Station High School of Memphis Repeats Win at State Mock Trial Competition

Posted by: Stacey Shrader Joslin on Mar 15, 2010

14 teams from across state competed in Nashville for the honor

NASHVILLE, March 25, 2010 — White Station High School of Memphis claimed its second straight championship this Saturday, defeating St. Mary's Episcopal School in the 30th annual Tennessee State High School Mock Trial Competition. The team now will represent Tennessee at the National High School Mock Trial Competition in Philadelphia May 5-9.

TBA Pro Bono Campaign Wins Third Award

Posted by: Stacey Shrader Joslin on Feb 23, 2010

Second nationwide honor recognizes impact of initiative

NASHVILLE, Feb. 23, 2010 — The Tennessee Bar Association's yearlong Justice 4ALL initiative has received an "Associations Advance America" (AAA) award from the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) and the Center for Association Leadership — just one of 24 programs selected nationwide for the honor. It is the second national award for the program and the third overall.

TBA Selects Attorneys for 2010 Leadership Law Class

Posted by: Stacey Shrader Joslin on Jan 21, 2010

32 lawyers from across state start 6-month leadership training program

NASHVILLE, Jan. 21, 2010 — The Tennessee Bar Association (TBA) is pleased to announce that 32 attorneys have been selected for its 2010 Leadership Law program. Leadership Law is designed to equip Tennessee lawyers with the vision, knowledge and skills necessary to serve as leaders in their profession and local communities. This year's class was chosen from across the state.

Nashville Attorney Named Pro Bono Volunteer of the Year

Posted by: Stacey Shrader Joslin on Jan 15, 2010

Award to be presented to Michael Abelow at luncheon ceremony

NASHVILLE, Jan. 15, 2010 — Nashville attorney Michael G. Abelow with Sherrard & Roe will be honored with the state's top award for pro bono work at the Tennessee Bar Association's annual public service luncheon this Saturday. Held each year as part of the association's Leadership Conference, the luncheon features award winners in several categories and a keynote address by former ABA President Robert Grey.

Nashville Attorney Named Public Service Attorney of the Year

Posted by: Stacey Shrader Joslin on Jan 15, 2010

Migrant workers' advocate to be honored at luncheon ceremony

NASHVILLE, Jan. 15, 2010 — Nashville lawyer Douglas L. Stevick will be honored as the state's top public service attorney by the Tennessee Bar Association at its annual public service luncheon this Saturday. Held each year as part of the association's Leadership Conference, the luncheon features award winners in several categories and a keynote address by former ABA President Robert Grey.

Memphis Law Student Named Student Volunteer of the Year

Posted by: Stacey Shrader Joslin on Jan 15, 2010

Award to be presented to Diana Comes at luncheon ceremony

NASHVILLE, Jan. 15, 2010 — Diana Comes, a student at the University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphries School of Law, will be honored with the state's top award for law student pro bono work at the Tennessee Bar Association's annual public service luncheon this Saturday. Held each year as part of the association's Leadership Conference, the luncheon features award winners in several categories and a keynote address by former ABA President Robert Grey.

Northeast Tennessee Child Advocate Named CASA Volunteer of the Year

Posted by: Stacey Shrader Joslin on Jan 15, 2010

All nominees honored for work on behalf of Tennessee children

NASHVILLE, Jan. 15, 2010 — Daniel Rowland of Johnson City has been named the 2010 CASA Volunteer of the Year by the Tennessee Bar Association Young Lawyers Division.

TBA Launches 'Tacky for Teens' Campaign

Posted by: Stacey Shrader Joslin on Jan 12, 2010

Initiative asks legislators to show support for youth courts during special session

NASHVILLE, Jan. 12, 2010 — As the Tennessee General Assembly gathers this week for a special session on education reform, the Tennessee Bar Association (TBA) is offering legislators an opportunity to have a little fun and raise money for an important youth program in the state.

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