Membership Renewal 2022-2023

I am proud to nominate Hugh Robert for the Golden Rule Award. Hugh epitomizes the ethical and professional qualities of some of our countries most highly-respected lawyers, like Justice John Roberts, Justice Thurgood Marshall and Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. I know that with certainty based on the many years I had the privilege of working with Hugh when he appeared in my court.

Hugh has a heart for meeting the needs of the underprivileged in our community. To that end, he is the co-founder and Board President of Lawyers Fighting Hunger, Inc. which raises money to help feed the hungry. Every November he organizes a Thanksgiving Food drive and personally hands out hundreds of food baskets. I’ve had the rewarding experience of standing alongside Hugh as he filled sacks for those who come seeking a little support for a Thanksgiving meal and I’ve seen the sheer joy in Hugh’s eyes when his generosity is met with “thank you, sir” and “God bless you man.” No level of inclement weather has prevented Hugh

The Golden Rule award is given to lawyers who make outstanding contributions to their profession and have the highest of ideals and are willlng to mentor to those with less experience. Criteria for Award:

1. Recognizes the ethical and professional obligations as an officer of the court as well as the spirit and intent of the Rules of Professional Conduct. 2. Practices ethically and honestly and is true to his/her word. 3. Strives for the traditional goals of moral excellence.

4. Exhibits the highest standards of fairness and integrity. 5. Sets a model example for conduct with members of the Bar and the Judiciary not only by words but more importantly by deeds. 6. Is civil, courteous and respectful towards the court and his/her opponents.

7 Is loyal to his/her client without trickery and deception and without using abusive practices or misleading the court or opposing counsel. 8 Avoids the temptation to make his/her client’s case into a personal vendetta. 9 Conducts himself/herself in a manner that improves the image of the legal profession in the eyes of the public.