Our Honorees and Tributes
Founders Awards
This award is jointly being presented to Ken Gormley, former President and current Chancellor and Professor of Law at Duquesne University, and Mark A. Nordenberg, Chancellor Emeritus of the University of Pittsburgh, whose visionary leadership, unwavering commitment to public service, and enduring support for access to justice have strengthened the legal profession, expanded opportunity, and advanced the promise of equal justice for all.
The Honorable R. Stanton Wettick, Jr. Legacy of Justice Award
Presented to the Honorable Maureen P. Kelly, Magistrate Judge, U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania, an individual whose career has advanced equal justice, strengthened the legal profession, and inspired future generations to serve the public.
Pillar of Justice Award
Presented to the Pittsburgh Pro Bono Partnership, honoring the alliance of law firms, corporate legal departments, court administration, and legal advocates whose signature projects and vital support structure have shaped the region’s pro bono ecosystem and advanced our shared commitment to equal justice for decades.
60th Anniversary Tribute
A special tribute to Robert V. Racunas, Esq., for a lifetime of leadership advancing equal justice presented in grateful recognition of four decades of visionary leadership as Executive Director of Neighborhood Legal Services.
Special Guests and Speakers
Special Guest Speaker
Kenneth Feinberg, Esq.
Special Master, September 11th Victim Compensation Fund
Special Guest Speaker
The Honorable Debra Todd
Chief Justice of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court
Special Invited Guest
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro
Special Invited Guest
Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday