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J1026Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor 70-Year Bar Member

Official title

“Commending the 70-year practitioner for his seven decades of dedicated service to the Bar Association of Nassau County”

Sponsor Elaine PhillipsSD-7
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution honors Robert W. Corcoran for 70 years of dedicated service to the Nassau County Bar Association.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the impact of long-term professional dedication. By recognizing Robert W. Corcoran’s 70 years of service, the resolution emphasizes the value and influence of sustained commitment within the legal community and encourages similar dedication among peers.

  2. Underscores the role of advocacy for the less fortunate. The resolution specifically notes Corcoran’s work as a tireless advocate for equal access to justice, drawing attention to the importance of public service and pro bono work in the legal profession.

  3. Sets a standard for professional and ethical conduct. By commending Corcoran’s dignity, kindness, and grace, the resolution upholds exemplary behavior as a benchmark for others in the field, reinforcing high standards in both professional and community service.

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Honor 70-Year Bar Member

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Elaine Phillips

Senator · Senate District 7

Chair, EthicsChair, Ethics And Internal GovernanceChair, Ethics And Internal Governance CommitteeChair, Infrastructure And Capital Investment

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History

  1. Adopted
  2. Reported to calendar for consideration
  3. Referred to finance

Full text

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Senate Resolution No. 1026 BY: Senator PHILLIPS COMMENDING the 70-year practitioner for his seven decades of dedicated service to the Bar Association of Nassau County on May 13, 2017 WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize and pay… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 1026 BY: Senator PHILLIPS COMMENDING the 70-year practitioner for his seven decades of dedicated service to the Bar Association of Nassau County on May 13, 2017 WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize and pay tribute to those singular individuals who devote their purposeful lives and careers to preserving the rights and protecting the welfare of the citizens of their community and the State of New York; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend the 70-year practitioner for his seven decades of dedicated service to the Nassau County Bar Association at its 118th Annual Dinner Dance of the Association on Saturday, May 13, 2017, at the Marriott Hotel in Uniondale, Long Island; and WHEREAS, There are certain outstanding citizens of New York State who, through their selfless commitment and dedication, have served to better the quality of life in their communities; and WHEREAS, For 70 years, Robert W. Corcoran has proudly served as a member of the Bar Association of Nassau County; and WHEREAS, With quiet dignity, kindness and grace, this exceptional public servant has served as a tireless advocate for the less fortunate, a strong voice for the voiceless, and an inspiration to his colleagues, to scores of volunteers, and to countless others who labor in pursuit of equal access to justice for all; and WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of his professional and community service, a period of constructive involvement, this remarkable individual has stood constant in dignity, good grace and humor; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who enhance the quality of life in their community and have shown a long and sustained commitment to the maintenance of high standards in their profession, 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 the 70-year practitioner for his seven decades of dedicated service to the Bar Association of Nassau County on May 13, 2017; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Robert W. Corcoran.

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