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This resolution honors Terence P. O'Connor, Esq. for receiving The Daniel Mahoney Memorial Award from the Capital District Trial Lawyers Association.
Why it matters
Highlights the importance of legal professionals who dedicate their careers to serving clients and upholding high ethical standards. , reinforcing the value placed on integrity and commitment in the legal system.
Acknowledges the broader impact lawyers can have outside the courtroom. , as Terence O’Connor’s extensive volunteer work and contributions to various charities demonstrate how legal professionals can shape and support their communities.
Draws attention to the role of professional recognition and awards in encouraging excellence within the legal field. , illustrating how peer acknowledgment through honors like The Daniel Mahoney Memorial Award motivates continued service and leadership.
Spotlights the significance of experience and specialization in complex legal areas. , given O’Connor’s expertise in medical malpractice and high-stakes litigation, which underscores the need for highly skilled advocates in ensuring fair outcomes and strong representation.
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Senate Resolution No. 5320 BY: Senator BRESLIN HONORING Terence P. O'Connor, Esq. upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of The Daniel Mahoney Memorial Award by the Capital District Trial Lawyers Association on June 14, 2018 WHEREAS, The State of… Show allHide
Senate Resolution No. 5320 BY: Senator BRESLIN HONORING Terence P. O'Connor, Esq. upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of The Daniel Mahoney Memorial Award by the Capital District Trial Lawyers Association on June 14, 2018 WHEREAS, The State of New York takes great pride in recognizing its esteemed residents who have distinguished themselves in their community and their professions; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Terence P. O'Connor, Esq. upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of The Daniel Mahoney Memorial Award by the Capital District Trial Lawyers Association to be celebrated at its Annual Dinner on Thursday, June 14, 2018, at the Italian American Community Center in Albany, New York; and WHEREAS, Each year, The Daniel Mahoney Memorial Award is presented in memory of the founder of the Capital District Lawyer's Association to an attorney who has demonstrated outstanding commitment and service to his or her clients, the bar and profession, and to the perpetuation of the work of the Shirt Sleeve Lawyer; Terence O'Connor is truly deserving of this prestigious honor; and WHEREAS, Terence O'Connor earned his bachelor's degree magna cum laude from St. Lawrence University in 1980; while a student, he was elected to both Phi Beta Kappa and Omicron Delta Kappa, and studied abroad in Copenhagen, Denmark; in 1983, he received his Juris Doctor from the University of Notre Dame Law School; and WHEREAS, In the next few years, Terence O'Connor was admitted to the New York State Bar, the United States District Court Northern District of New York, and the United States Court of Appeals and Circuit; more recently, he was admitted to the Vermont State Bar and the United States District Court District of Vermont; and WHEREAS, Today, Terence O'Connor is a trial lawyer who defends physicians, dentists, nurses, hospitals and nursing homes throughout New York State and Vermont; over the course of his career, he has tried upwards of 125 cases to verdict; he has also handled a wide variety of other civil litigation matters, including cases involving Labor Law violations, trucking accidents, motor vehicle accidents, products liability and premises liability; and WHEREAS, In addition, Terence O'Connor has been appointed by the United States District Court for the Northern District of New York as a mediator/arbitrator/early neutral evaluator; during the last decade, he has mediated and arbitrated approximately 200 cases; and WHEREAS, A devoted public servant, Terence O'Connor graciously donates his time and energy to various worthy organizations such as the Center for Disability Services; Siena College Board of Trustees; Albany County Hospice, Wave Runner Program for Children of Cancer Patients; and the Dana Farber Cancer Institute Boston Marathon and the Jimmy Fund; and WHEREAS, For his steadfast and unremitting commitment to his profession, Terence O'Connor has been the recipient of numerous awards and accolades including the Continuing Excellence Award, 2011 President's Award by the Albany County Bar Association; and WHEREAS, Terence O'Connor has also been named one of America's Top
High Stakes Litigators, Attorney of the Year by OMS National
Insurance Company, Lawyer of the Year for both Medical Malpractice Law
and Product Liability Law by Best Lawyers, and was elected as a Fellow
of the International Academy of Trial Lawyers in 2015; and
WHEREAS, Terence O'Connor is AV rated Very High to Preeminent by
Martindale-Hubbell, and has been voted by his peers on an annual basis
as one of the Top 10 Upstate New York Attorneys recognized by Super
Lawyers Magazine; and
WHEREAS, The quality and character of life in this Nation, and the
great State of New York, are reflective of the purposeful lives and good
works of those civic-minded community members who dedicate their lives
and careers to the service of others; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when
individuals of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our
attention, they should be celebrated and recognized by all the citizens
of the great State of New York; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Terence P. O'Connor, Esq. upon the occasion of his designation as
recipient of The Daniel Mahoney Memorial Award by the Capital District
Trial Lawyers Association on June 14, 2018; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Terrence P. O'Connor, Esq.
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