Lawyers e-Journal

Thursday, Jul. 28, 2011
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From top to bottom:
Kevin Diamond, far left, is honored with a volunteer recognition award.

Samantha Morton, second from left, accepts a volunteer recognition award.

Frederick L. Nagle Jr., second from left, is recognized with an award.

The MBA honored 10 50-year members at the July 26 Volunteer Recognition Dinner.

© Mike Ritter 2011

July 26 MBA Volunteer Reception honors leaders in bar involvement

Three volunteers were honored for their bar involvement and 10 50-year members were recognized at the Massachusetts Bar Association Volunteer Recognition Dinner on July 26 at Lombardo's in Randolph.

"Because of your contributions to our vibrant organization, the Massachusetts legal community as a whole is enhanced; the public needing legal services are better served; and access to justice is better preserved for those who need it most," MBA President Denise Squillante said.

Kevin Diamond of Shea & Diamond LLP in Holliston, a member of the MBA's executive Management Board, was honored for his work on the MBA Centennial Fundraising Committee acquiring significant sponsorships for the MBA centennial celebration.

Samantha Morton, executive director of the Medical-Legal Partnership | Boston, a member of the MBA Health Law Section Council, was honored for her role in spearheading MBA Pro Bono Prescription, which strives to promote the health and well-being of low-income patients.

Frederick L. Nagle Jr., who operates a solo practice a in Haverhill, was honored for his contributions as the Probate Law Section Council's Legislative Liaison. He met with legislators and testified at state house hearings on the uniform probate code and other probate-related issues.

For more coverage on the event, look in the upcoming issue of Lawyers Journal.

©2012 Massachusetts Bar Association