Centre for Social Justice Awards

The Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law Celebrates 60 Years of Impact at the Higginbotham Leadership Awards Gala

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023
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Today, the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law will host its annual Higginbotham Leadership Awards Gala at Cipriani Wall Street in New York.

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  • Today, the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law will host its annual Higginbotham Leadership Awards Gala at Cipriani Wall Street in New York.
  • “Sixty years since the Lawyers’ Committee was founded during a pivotal moment in the Civil Rights Movement, our mission is as important as ever.
  • The Higginbotham Leadership Awards Gala is an invitation-only annual celebration named in honor of the late A. Leon Higginbotham, Jr., a celebrated statesman, civil rights champion, author, professor, historian, and federal appeals court judge.
  • For more information about the gala and the work of the Lawyers' Committee, please visit thefuturewedeserve.org .

ARTISTS FOR PEACE AND JUSTICE GALA CELEBRATES 15 YEARS OF IMPACT DURING TORONTO FILM FESTIVAL TOTALING $35 MILLION RAISED WITH $700,000 THIS EVENING

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Sunday, September 10, 2023
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George Stroumboulopoulos then returned to the stage in his role as emcee for the evening, expressing gratitude for supporters and guests while celebrating APJ's newest board member, Kardinal Offishall.

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  • George Stroumboulopoulos then returned to the stage in his role as emcee for the evening, expressing gratitude for supporters and guests while celebrating APJ's newest board member, Kardinal Offishall.
  • Natasha Koifman, Canadian and US Board Chair and Festival Gala Co-Host, began by commemorating the 15th anniversary of the APJ gala.
  • She spoke passionately about her commitment to the cause and appreciation for the dedicated supporters in attendance.
  • She highlighted the $35 million dollars raised from the organization to-date and the 28,000 students attending since the academy's opening.

Munley Law Partner Marion Munley Sworn in as Treasurer for the American Association for Justice

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023
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The American Association of Justice is a 20,000-member organization of plaintiff attorneys dedicated to protecting the rights of trial by jury.

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  • The American Association of Justice is a 20,000-member organization of plaintiff attorneys dedicated to protecting the rights of trial by jury.
  • She was elected as the AAJ Parliamentarian in 2022 and has served on the Board of Governors and its Executive Committee.
  • Marion is widely recognized as one of the most prominent and widely respected personal injury lawyers in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
  • She is triple board certified by the National Board of Trial Advocacy in Civil Trial Law, Civil Practice Advocacy, and Truck Accident Law.

Professor Frances Lee Watson to Receive the 2023 American Inns of Court Professionalism Award for the Seventh Circuit

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Monday, August 21, 2023
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Professor Frances Lee Watson has been selected to receive the prestigious 2023 American Inns of Court Professionalism Award for the Seventh Circuit .

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  • Professor Frances Lee Watson has been selected to receive the prestigious 2023 American Inns of Court Professionalism Award for the Seventh Circuit .
  • Until her retirement in late 2022, Watson was a clinical professor of law at Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law.
  • She will receive the award during the 2023 Seventh Circuit Judicial Conference.
  • In addition to being a professor, Watson directed the Wrongful Conviction Clinic, a “live client” clinical course that was a founding member of the Innocence Network.

Judge José A. Cabranes to be Presented with the Nation's Highest Judicial Award at the Supreme Court of the United States

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023
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Nominated by the Honorable Debra A. Livingston, Chief Judge of the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit, she said, "Judge Cabranes has been the epitome of what a federal judge ought to be -- a brilliant scholar, a wise jurist, and a generous colleague. He has made extraordinary contributions across multiple fields, each of which has strengthened the federal judiciary immeasurably."

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  • "Judge José Cabranes is a legend in the law," Justice Kavanaugh said.
  • As a federal judge for the past 44 years, he has preserved the Constitution and protected individual liberty.
  • Justice Kavanaugh added, "With my fellow selection committee members Judge Britt Grant and Judge Christopher Cooper, I am honored to recognize and thank one of America's greatest judges, José Cabranes."
  • Judge Cabranes stated, "The colleagues with whom I have been privileged to serve for more than four decades are models of the judicial craft.

CELEBRATING 15 YEARS OF IMPACT: 2023 ARTISTS FOR PEACE AND JUSTICE GALA AT THE TORONTO FILM FESTIVAL HONOURS NELLY FURTADO AND DIRECTOR X

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Tuesday, July 25, 2023
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This year, the Artists for Peace and Justice Award will be bestowed upon the talented singer-songwriter, Nelly Furtado.

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  • This year, the Artists for Peace and Justice Award will be bestowed upon the talented singer-songwriter, Nelly Furtado.
  • With over 40 million records sold worldwide, Nelly Furtado is recognized as one of Canada's most successful artists.
  • In addition to celebrating the achievements of Director X and Nelly Furtado, APJ welcomes Kardinal Offishall to APJ as a new board member.
  • For more information about Artists for Peace and Justice and its life-changing initiatives, please visit the official website at www.apjnow.org .

Judge Phyllis J. Hamilton to Receive the 2023 American Inns of Court Professionalism Award for the Ninth Circuit

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Monday, July 24, 2023
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Phyllis J. Hamilton has been selected to receive the 2023 American Inns of Court Professionalism Award for the Ninth Circuit.

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  • Phyllis J. Hamilton has been selected to receive the 2023 American Inns of Court Professionalism Award for the Ninth Circuit.
  • Hamilton, who will receive the award during the 2023 Ninth Circuit Judicial Conference, has been a judge for the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California since 2000.
  • “Judge Hamilton’s distinguished career embodies the exemplary character, integrity, professionalism, and dedication to the rule of law required of recipients of this award,” writes Judge (Ret.)
  • Edward Torpoco, president of the Edward J. McFetridge American Inn of Court.

AMERICAN BOARD OF TRIAL ADVOCATES HONORS WAYNE HOGAN WITH CHAMPION OF JUSTICE AWARD

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Tuesday, July 18, 2023
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DALLAS, July 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Board of Trial Advocates will honor National Board member Wayne Hogan with the association's Champion of Justice Award on August 19, 2023.

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  • DALLAS, July 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Board of Trial Advocates will honor National Board member Wayne Hogan with the association's Champion of Justice Award on August 19, 2023.
  • The Champion of Justice Award recognizes those who advance ABOTA's overall purposes of preserving and promoting the civil jury trial.
  • The award recipient must have demonstrated an ongoing, strong, and exceptional commitment to trial by jury through word and action.
  • Along with the Champion of Justice Award, the Awards Committee will announce the Chapter of the Year Award winners.

Judge David S. Tatel to Receive the 2023 American Inns of Court Professionalism Award for the DC Circuit

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Thursday, June 22, 2023
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David S. Tatel has been selected to receive the 2023 American Inns of Court Professionalism Award for the DC Circuit.

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  • David S. Tatel has been selected to receive the 2023 American Inns of Court Professionalism Award for the DC Circuit.
  • Chief Judge Sri Srinivasan of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the DC Circuit will present the award during the DC Circuit Judicial Conference.
  • Since 1994, Tatel has been a judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the DC Circuit.
  • In 1994, President Bill Clinton appointed Tatel to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the DC Circuit.

Sara Moss to Retire From the Estée Lauder Companies

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Tuesday, April 25, 2023
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Today, The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (NYSE:EL)("ELC") announced that Sara Moss, Vice Chairman, The Estee Lauder Companies, has made the decision to retire, effective July 1, 2023.

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  • Today, The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (NYSE:EL)("ELC") announced that Sara Moss, Vice Chairman, The Estee Lauder Companies, has made the decision to retire, effective July 1, 2023.
  • A recognized thought leader, collaborative partner, and keen legal and business strategist, Sara served as a trusted advisor to the business, the Board of Directors and the Lauder Family throughout her tenure.
  • Sara has been a true champion of the company’s initiatives in Inclusion, Diversity and Equity and philanthropy.
  • “Sara will be leaving a legacy of true dedication, passion, and professionalism at ELC,” said Leonard A. Lauder, Chairman Emeritus.