FROM THE PRESIDENT
October/November 2023 | Gulam Zade GULAM ZADE, Publisher WILLIAM T. RAMSEY, Editor-in-Chief SUMMER GEYER, Managing Editor LAUREN POOLE, Managing Editor ADRIENNE BENNETT CLUFF, Layout/Design/Production
EDITORIAL COMMITTEE RAMONA DESALVO TIMOTHY ISHII J. BART PICKETT KATLIN RYAN KRISTIN THOMAS JONATHAN WARDLE NASHVILLE BAR JOURNAL (ISSN1548-7113) (USPS 021-962) is published bi-monthly by the Nashville Bar Association, 150 4th Ave N, Ste 1350, Nashville, TN 37219. Periodicals Postage Paid at Nashville TN. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Nashville Bar Journal, 150 4th Ave N, Ste 1350, Nashville, TN 372192419. No part of this publication may be reprinted without written permission of the Nashville Bar Journal Editorial Committee. All articles, letters, and editorials contained in this publication represent the views of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the Nashville Bar Association. For more information, visit NashvilleBar.org/ NashvilleBarJournal. The Nashville Bar Journal welcomes discourse. You may submit counterpoint editorials to Adrienne.BennettCluff@ nashvillebar.org to be considered by the editorial committee for publication in a future print or online content. NASHVILLE BAR ASSOCIATION 150 4th Ave N, Ste 1350 Nashville, TN 37219 615-242-9272 | NashvilleBar.org The Nashville Bar Association, established in 1831, is a professional organization serving the legal community of Nashville, Tennessee. Our mission is to improve the practice of law through education, service, and fellowship. The NBA—with 2,500+ members—is the largest metropolitan bar association in Tennessee.
As my tenure as the President of the NBA comes to an end, I am filled with gratitude for all of you who’ve supported me and the organization over the last year. The success of the NBA has been a collective effort, and I’m deeply thankful for the dedication, passion, and hard work of our members. Together, we have achieved significant milestones, advocated for justice, and contributed to the legal profession’s advancement. I would like to extend my gratitude to the board of directors, Abby Sparks, our Executive Director, and the numerous committees and subcommittees that have tirelessly worked towards our association’s goals. Your unwavering commitment to serving the legal community has been the driving force behind our association’s continued success. I also want to acknowledge the invaluable support of our NBA staff. Your dedication to ensuring the smooth operation of the association is appreciated tremendously. Behind the scenes, you’ve played a pivotal role in making my year as president successful. I also need to thank my friends (you know who you are!) that stepped up when I called to ask you to serve on a committee, shared your feedback as I tried to resolve an issue the NBA was facing, or attended happy hours so we could hang out and make sure we hit the minimum. This association’s former presidents, members, and colleagues have been invaluable to my success this year. To our members, I offer my deepest appreciation. Your participation, involvement, and engagement are the heart of our organization. Lastly, and most importantly, I must thank my family for their support. I could not have taken on this role without the support of my loving wife, Julia, and my amazing kids Alexander, Camille, and Ryan! As I pass the torch to my successor, I am confident that the NBA will continue to thrive and evolve. While my time as president has come to an end, my commitment to the NBA remains unwavering. I look forward to seeing all of you at future golf scrambles, picnics, CLEs, and other NBA events. In closing, I want to express my sincere gratitude to each and every one of you. It has been an incredible journey, and I am immensely proud of all that we have achieved together. Thank you for your trust, your support, and your dedication to the NBA. With warm regards and deep appreciation,
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