Boston Bar Association

The Boston Bar Association is pleased to announce the creation of the Mary K. Ryan Achievements in Pro Bono award, and an open call for nominations for the inaugural award. The award will be presented by the Boston Bar Association at its Annual Meeting to a select number of Massachusetts attorneys who have demonstrated an exemplary commitment to pro bono. The individuals honored may be at any career stage—junior, mid-career, senior or retired—and may be drawn from all corners of practice. The honorees will embody the qualities that distinguished Mary as a champion of legal aid and pro bono work. They will have made pro bono a theme of their professional lives in a manner appropriate to their career stage. This may take many forms, including staunch advocacy for access to justice for the underserved; unwavering commitment to a case; dedication to mentoring others in pro bono service; and a selfless willingness to contribute time and talent to ensure access to legal services for those who need them.   Special attention will be paid to civil cases and nominees who have worked individually, led small teams or sought out under-resourced cases.   The BBA is inviting nominations, and individuals are encouraged to nominate their peers or self-nominate. Nominations should be sent via email or word document and include up to three paragraphs on why the individual should be considered, including examples of specific names of organizations and cases. Two-to-three reference names and phone numbers should be included. Cases referenced need not have taken place in Massachusetts, but the individual nominated must be barred in and practice in the Commonwealth.   Nominations are due to the Boston Bar Association by October 7th and can be submitted to [email protected].

Get more involved with the BBA's Veterans and Servicemembers Law Forum by attending the forum’s Open Meeting on Wednesday, September 18 from 12-1pm! The Veterans & Servicemembers Law Forum, chaired by Nicholas Hasenfus and Angie Vargas Martin, includes servicemember and veteran attorneys and law students, as well as those working to further pro bono and public service initiatives that support this population. The forum serves as a network for current and former servicemembers in the legal profession and their supporters, as well as to spotlight the unique legal needs of those who served or are currently serving. Attend the meeting and learn how you can get involved! https://lnkd.in/eAvmFDYV

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On Tuesday, September 17, join the Senior Associates Forum Network, New Lawyers Forum Network, and the Women of Color Attorneys’ Leadership Forum for an inspirational discussion on overcoming setbacks and building resilience. Hear from experienced attorneys who have faced and overcome significant challenges professionally and personally and their tools and strategies for building resilience and thriving in the legal profession. This one hour moderated panel will be followed by a networking reception. Speakers include Ariadna Caulfield, Avana Epperson-Temple, Nina T. D., and Tara Singh. Register now to secure your spot! https://lnkd.in/d5eJWvyD

Pro Bono Month is quickly approaching! Last week, we spoke with the BBA's DEI, Service, and Leadership Programs Coordinator Noah Williams to discuss the importance of Pro Bono work and how BBA members can get involved, not just next month but year-round. https://lnkd.in/eR93Piez

Catch up on the BBA's Summer Spotlight series, highlighting emerging leaders in Boston law, including: - Leah S. Rizkallah, Foley Hoag LLP - Shari Dwoskin, Brown Rudnick LLP - Louisa Kiu, Sidley Austin LLP - Sharona Sternberg, Sunstein LLP - Ben Stein, Morgan Lewis Catch up on all of this summer's interviews here: https://lnkd.in/eiJh-GH2

“If we aren’t collaborating, if we aren’t making that concerted effort to show up and share ideas and work together to address the needs of our members and our community, if we don’t get to know each other and feel not just comfortable but excited by the prospect of sharing ideas and expertise and advice, we become less effective, and certainly less engaged,” says new BBA President Matt McTygue of Hogan Lovells. Read more about Matt's career, his vision for the BBA in the coming year, and more: https://lnkd.in/eMVQS5iw

We had a blast kicking off the program year with our New Lawyers Network last night! Thanks to all who came down to 16 Beacon St. to break the ice, swap summer stories, and ring in the new year at the BBA! You can learn more about the BBA's New Lawyers Network here: https://lnkd.in/e4igYGUC

We’re excited to introduce the dedicated BBA members stepping up as Section Co-Chairs for our 2024-25 program year. Their hard work ensures dynamic, relevant programming specific to your practice area and career stage. Co-Chairing the White Collar Crime Section: Mackenzie Queenin of the U.S. Attorney's Office & George P. Varghese of WilmerHale You can learn more about the BBA's White Collar Crime Section here: https://lnkd.in/eaEcQr55

We’re excited to introduce the dedicated BBA members stepping up as Section Co-Chairs for our 2024-25 program year. Their hard work ensures dynamic, relevant programming specific to your practice area and career stage. Co-Chairing the Trusts & Estates Section: Nikki Marie Sherwood of Nutter & Aimee Bryant of Fiduciary Trust Company You can learn more about the BBA's Trusts & Estates Section here: https://lnkd.in/ecrd6tZu