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This resolution honors Maryann Saccomando Freedman for receiving the 2017 Professionalism Award from the New York State Bar Association.
Why it matters
Highlights the importance of ethical standards and professionalism in the legal field by celebrating an attorney who exemplifies these values, potentially encouraging similar conduct among peers and future legal professionals.
Underscores the role of individual lawyers in promoting public trust in the legal system, suggesting that personal integrity and commitment to justice are vital to the profession’s reputation and effectiveness.
Recognizes community service and mentorship as integral to the legal profession, reinforcing the idea that lawyers contribute not only through their direct work but also by serving as role models and leaders in their communities.
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Honor Freedman for Legal Service
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Senate Resolution No. 831 BY: Senator JACOBS HONORING Maryann Saccomando Freedman upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the 2017 Professionalism Award by the New York State Bar Association WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to… Show allHide
Senate Resolution No. 831 BY: Senator JACOBS HONORING Maryann Saccomando Freedman upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the 2017 Professionalism Award by the New York State Bar Association WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize those esteemed individuals within our midst whose professional lives, personal endeavors and dedicated community service are an example and inspiration to their colleagues, friends, and family; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Maryann Saccomando Freedman upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the 2017 Professionalism Award by the New York State Bar Association; and WHEREAS, Attorney Maryann Saccomando Freedman is receiving this auspicious award for her dedicated service to her clients and a commitment to promoting respect for the legal system in pursuit of justice and the public good, characterized by exemplary ethical conduct, competence, good judgment, integrity and civility; and WHEREAS, A graduate of the State University of New York at Buffalo, Maryann Saccomando Freedman is currently of Counsel at Cohen & Lombardo P.C. in Buffalo; and WHEREAS, Our local governments, our State and our Nation have been strengthened by generations of Americans who felt a sense of responsibility to their community, to one another and to their families; and WHEREAS, A singular asset to all of the citizens she has served in the community of the State of New York, Maryann Saccomando Freedman's life and career are a portrait of preeminence in public service, and present a role model for all who aspire to a career in public service; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor Maryann Saccomando Freedman upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the 2017 Professionalism Award by the New York State Bar Association; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Maryann Saccomando Freedman.
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