Posted November 19, 20259:00 am
Congratulations to Legal Aid's 2025 Volunteer Award Recipients!
The Legal Aid Society of Cleveland will recognize the following volunteer award recipients during Legal Aid's 120th Annual Meeting, to be held Monday, November 24, 2025 at the Hilton Cleveland Downtown. In addition to Legal Aid updates and awards, the program will feature keynote remarks from The Reverend Dr. Otis Moss, Jr. – civic leader, theologian, and pastor. To learn more visit: lasclev.org/2025event.
The Legal Aid Society of Cleveland relies on the dedication and expertise of volunteers to assist its many clients. Legal Aid's Volunteer Lawyers Program is proud to announce its 2025 volunteer award recipients. These individuals performed exceptional service for Legal Aid's clients - and for that they deserve recognition.
Legacy of Justice Award
In recognition of individuals whose participation in pro bono or other volunteer efforts has been significant in terms of length and/or impact.
- John Kirn – in recognition of his more than two decades of volunteer service, supporting clients dealing with consumer, tax, landlord-tenant, and utilities issues.
Access to Justice Award
In recognition of significant contribution to advancing the mission of the Legal Aid Society of Cleveland through pro bono commitment.
- Lee Hutton – in recognition of his service providing advice through Legal Aid’s virtual employment law clinic
- Lenore Kleinman – in recognition of her contributions to the VLP bankruptcy project
- Honor Wolfe – in recognition of her efforts helping Legal Aid clients resolve Social Security disputes
Community Impact Award
In recognition of individuals or groups who have made a mark for outstanding participation or critical involvement that ensured success for a client, client community, or project.
- William Ferry – in recognition of his efforts to expand Legal Aid’s reach in Lorain County through dedicated service at legal clinics and by amplifying Legal Aid’s message in the community.
- Dorcas Russo – in recognition of her efforts to expand Legal Aid’s reach in Ashtabula County through dedicated service at legal clinics and by amplifying Legal Aid’s message in the community.
Volunteers play an important role in helping us close the justice gap, and we are sincerely grateful for their dedicated service. To learn more about volunteer opportunities with Legal Aid visit this link.