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This resolution commends Soma Syed for her community service and recognizes her special honor by the National Action Network, West Nassau Chapter.
Why it matters
Highlights the importance of community-oriented legal professionals. By recognizing Soma Syed, the resolution underscores the value of attorneys who use their expertise in service of the public, particularly through education, pro bono work, and active participation in civic organizations.
Reinforces the role of local organizations in fostering social progress. The mention of the National Action Network and its West Nassau Chapter’s mission demonstrates how grassroots advocacy groups can spotlight individuals making tangible impacts, thereby inspiring others and propelling community development.
Encourages broader civic engagement and volunteerism. By commending someone who dedicates time to seminars and volunteer legal programs, the resolution implicitly promotes the idea that professional skills should be leveraged to empower and support underserved populations.
Celebrates diversity and representation in leadership roles. Recognizing a woman of color who leads her own law firm in a diverse city like New York sends a message about the importance of inclusive leadership and the positive effects such diversity can have on both local communities and professional fields.
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Honor Soma Syed Recognition
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Senate Resolution No. 1019 BY: Senator PARKER COMMENDING Soma Syed upon the occasion of her designation for special recognition by the National Action Network, West Nassau Chapter on March 26,
2017 WHEREAS, From time to time this Legislative Body takes note of certain extraordinary individuals it wishes to recognize for their valued contributions to the success and progress of society and publicly acknowledge their endeavors which have enhanced the… Show allHide
2017 WHEREAS, From time to time this Legislative Body takes note of certain extraordinary individuals it wishes to recognize for their valued contributions to the success and progress of society and publicly acknowledge their endeavors which have enhanced the basic humanity among us all; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to commend Soma Syed upon the occasion of her designation for special recognition by the National Action Network, West Nassau Chapter to be celebrated at its Dreams of Greatness Gala on Sunday, March 26, 2017, at Westbury Manor in Westbury, New York; and WHEREAS, This auspicious award is given to individuals who have demonstrated exemplary work, services, and commitment to the people of their communities; Soma Syed deserves this honor for her contributions to her neighborhood; and WHEREAS, The West Nassau Chapter, under the able leadership of District Chairperson, Pastor Emmanuel Asse, continues the mission of NAN which fulfills a vital role in moving our Nation forward; and WHEREAS, Soma Syed is a New York civil litigation and transactional attorney with more than 12 years of experience; she is the principal of the Forest Hills based law firm, Soma Syed & Associates, where she represents multi-faceted clients in all aspects of real estate law and foreclosure defense, business and corporate law, bankruptcy law, matrimonial and family law, immigration law, non-profits law and elections law; and WHEREAS, With a steadfast and unwavering commitment to giving back to civic participation, Soma Syed has provided seminars at local libraries on landlord and tenant law; in addition, she has given of her time and energies to the Volunteer Lawyers program in Housing, the Queens Volunteer Lawyers Project and the New York State Bar Association; and WHEREAS, Soma Syed holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the City College of the City University, as well as a Juris Doctor degree from the Albany Law School of the Union University; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who enhance the well-being and vitality of their community and have shown a long and sustained commitment to excellence certainly have earned the recognition and applause of all the citizens of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commend Soma Syed upon the occasion of her designation for special recognition by the National Action Network, West Nassau Chapter; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Soma Syed.
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