Honor Judge Rowan D. Wilson

Senate Resolution No. 1444 BY: Senator BRESLIN COMMENDING The Honorable Rowan D. Wilson upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition by the New York State Trial Lawyers Association WHEREAS, It is the sense 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 Honorable Rowan D. Wilson upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition by the New York State Trial Lawyers Association, to be celebrated at its Annual Law Day Dinner on Thursday,

1984, where he was a member of the Civil Rights/Civil Liberties Law Review; and WHEREAS, Upon the completion of his studies, Rowan D. Wilson served in a two-year clerkship with the Honorable James R. Browning, before joining Cravath, Swaine & Moore in 1986; and WHEREAS, Rowan D. Wilson served as a partner at Cravath, Swaine & Moore for 25 years, during which time he practiced complex litigation, including antitrust and competition, intellectual property, contract, securities fraud, entertainment and media, as well as civil rights and employment matters; and WHEREAS, Today, Judge Rowan D. Wilson serves in the esteemed position of Associate Judge of the Court of Appeals of the State of New York; and WHEREAS, Throughout a life and career of purposeful endeavor, Rowan D. Wilson remains true to his commitment, serving family, faith and community, as well as the law; his contributions and accomplishments continue to bring great benefit and positive influence to bear upon the course of jurisprudence and the quality of life for others; and WHEREAS, Firm in his commitment, Judge Rowan D. Wilson remains dedicated to the betterment and progress of the communities which comprise this great Empire State; and WHEREAS, Respected by both attorneys and defendants alike, Judge Rowan D. Wilson conducts an impartial and objective court; he treats all defendants with compassion and dignity while at the same time remaining fair in his rulings; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is pleased to have this opportunity to express its highest admiration for Judge Rowan D. Wilson and to wish him continued success in all of his future endeavors; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commend The Honorable Rowan D. Wilson upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition by the New York State Trial Lawyers Association; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to The Honorable Rowan D. Wilson.