Honor Domestic Violence Advocate

2019 WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to call attention to the dedicated efforts of those legal professionals from across the State of New York who volunteer their time and energies in service to the community; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Lauren Hunt, Esq. upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the Brigid Nolan Memorial Award for Pro Bono Service to Victims of Domestic Violence by The Legal Project, to be celebrated at its Awards Luncheon on Friday, April 26, 2019, at The Century House, Latham, New York; and WHEREAS, Founded by the Capital District Women's Bar Association in

1995, The Legal Project is a private, not-for-profit organization which provides a variety of free and low cost legal services to the working poor, victims of domestic violence and other underserved individuals in the Capital District of New York State; and WHEREAS, This auspicious award is presented to an attorney who, through his or her dedication and pro bono service with The Legal Project, has helped a victim of domestic violence to begin life anew; Lauren Hunt is one such individual; and WHEREAS, Lauren Hunt has practiced exclusively in the field of Family/Matrimonial Law since 2009; she has extensive experience representing clients in separation, divorce, child custody, child visitation, paternity, child support, maintenance (alimony), prenuptial and postnuptial agreements as well as post-judgment enforcement and modification applications; and WHEREAS, Furthermore, she is trained in the practice of Collaborative Divorce, a non-adversarial method of divorce which is focused on achieving a civil, respectful, and fair divorce outside of court; and WHEREAS, With the understanding that family problems must be resolved quickly, cost-effectively, and in a way which addresses the client's short- and long-term needs, Lauren Hunt works tirelessly to craft individualized solutions which are practical, realistic, and account for each client's unique facts; and WHEREAS, Lauren Hunt advocates for her clients in a professional and zealous manner while remaining sensitive to the many emotions and concerns which are a natural part of any family issue; and WHEREAS, The recipient of numerous awards and accolades, Lauren Hunt was named to the Super Lawyers list in the area of Family Law from 2014 to 2019; and WHEREAS, With a steadfast and unwavering commitment to giving back, Lauren Hunt volunteers her time as a pro bono attorney with The Legal Project's Domestic Violence Connection where she provides legal representation to victims of domestic violence in family court matters; she also volunteers as an attorney for the monthly legal clinics hosted by The Legal Project; and WHEREAS, In addition, she serves on several committees for the New York State Bar Association and is on the Board of the Collaborative Divorce Association of the Capital District as well as the Board of the Shaker Heritage Society; and WHEREAS, This extraordinary woman also volunteers her time as both a foster parent and pro bono legal counsel for a local dog rescue; and WHEREAS, With her throughout have been her husband, Chris, and their son, Jackson, who have both shown her love and support and rejoice in her many achievements; and WHEREAS, Pro bono work by skilled professionals is an essential element of all societies; it provides a way in which the human values of community, caring and serving can be sustained and strengthened; and WHEREAS, This vital legal service promotes family and community solidarity; most importantly, attorneys who volunteer their time in civic and charitable endeavors inspire others to the call of volunteerism; 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 this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor Lauren Hunt, Esq. upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the Brigid Nolan Memorial Award for Pro Bono Service to Victims of Domestic Violence by The Legal Project on April 26, 2019; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Lauren Hunt, Esq.