Posted September 27, 20239:00 am
Congratulations to Legal Aid's 2023 Volunteer Award Winners!
The Legal Aid Society of Cleveland will recognize the following volunteer award recipients during Legal Aid's 118th Annual Meeting, to be held Monday, November 20, 2023 at the Hilton Cleveland Downtown. In addition to Legal Aid updates and awards, the program will include a panel of General Counsels in conversation about corporate social responsibility and civil justice. To learn more visit: lasclev.org/2023Event.
The Legal Aid Society of Cleveland relies on the dedication and expertise of volunteers to assist its many clients. Each year, approximately 20% of the people helped by Legal Aid are assisted by a pro bono attorney. Legal Aid's Volunteer Lawyers Program is proud to announce its 2023 volunteer award winners. These individuals performed exceptional service during the past year for Legal Aid's clients - and for that they deserve recognition.
Legacy of Justice Award
In recognition of individual(s) whose participation in pro bono or other volunteer efforts has been significant in terms of length and/or impact.
- Stephen Hobt (posthumously) – in recognition for his over two decades of volunteer work with Legal Aid, and his expertise in economic justice which helped hundreds of clients experience freedom from debt.
Access to Justice Award
In recognition of significant contribution to advancing the mission of the Legal Aid Society of Cleveland through pro bono commitment.
- Ellen and Michael Meehan – in recognition of their volunteer work with Legal Aid through clinics and cases;, encouraging others to volunteer; and helping to create a new Medical-Legal Partnership between Legal Aid and Cleveland Clinic.
Community Impact Award
In recognition of individual(s) or group(s) who have made a mark for outstanding participation or critical involvement that ensured success for a client, client community, or project.
- Norman S. Minor Bar Association – in recognition of their consistent partnership with Legal Aid including adopting Legal Aid’s Volunteer Lawyers Program as their official pro bono project, participating in at least two clinics a year, encouraging members to “take a case” and supporting other Legal Aid outreach and fundraising events, including Jam for Justice.
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.