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UH LAW CENTER ALUMNI AND FACULTY CELEBRATED AT
VIRTUAL 2020-2021 LAW ALUMNI ASSOCIATION CEREMONY
niversity of Houston Law Center professors and graduates about the Law Center is that we have very engaged, accomplished
Uwho bolstered the school’s reputation in the business and legal and talented alumni and faculty. I know that it was hard for the
communities were recognized during a virtual awards reception held Awards Committee to decide among such talented nominees.
in May that was hosted by the UH Law Alumni Association. “We usually distribute these awards at the annual Gala, which was
“I am delighted that we were able to recognize alumni and faculty unfortunately cancelled this year due to the COVID-19 Pandemic. I
achievements at the virtual Law Alumni Association Annual am delighted that we were able to recognize their achievement at this
Meeting,” said Dean Leonard M. Baynes. “One very important aspect year’s virtual annual meeting.” ^
Award recipients included:
Dean’s Award Private Practice Achievement Award
Rosland Fisher McLeod ’96 Sofia Adrogue´ ’91
For outstanding loyalty and dedication to the University of Houston In recognition of exceptional achievement in and legal excellence in
Law Center. private practice.
Corporate Sector Achievement Award Diversity and Inclusion Award
Brad Tucker ’79 Amira Love ’07
In recognition of exceptional achievement and legal excellence in the James E. Payne ’93
corporate and business communities. In recognition of significant commitment of an alumnus to diversity and
Pro Bono/Community Service inclusion by fostering a more diverse and inclusive legal community.
& Leadership Award Rising Star Award
Laura Gibson ’84 Stephanie Eberhardt ’13
In recognition of an alumnus that has dedicated substantial service to the Jessica E. Schaffner ’14
community as a volunteer and leader. In recognition of outstanding achievement and notable commitment to
the UH Law Center by alumni graduates from 2010-2020.
Faculty Distinction Award
Professor Sandra Guerra Thompson James M. Roach Law Fund Volunteer Award
In recognition of a member of the Law Center faculty that has Professor Lauren Jansen Simpson ’94
distinguished themselves in their field of expertise. To a volunteer alumnus that has demonstrated extraordinary
commitment to raising funds for the UH Law Center.
Law Gala & Auction Award President’s Award
Bracewell LLP and Yvonne Ho ’06 and Allen Rice
In recognition of exceptional volunteer service and leadership to the UH Cynthia M. Mabry ’10
Law Gala by an alumnus. In recognition of outstanding commitment, service, and dedication to UH
Law Center students and alumni.
Public/Non-Profit Sector Achievement Award Alumnus of the Year
Anna Archer ’06
In recognition of exceptional achievement and legal excellence in Thomas F.A. Hetherington ’98
public service. In recognition of exceptional and continued achievement and noteworthy
contributions to the legal profession by an alumnus.
Honorary Alumni Award
Honorable Christine Weems
In recognition of exemplary service and dedication to the Law Center by
a lawyer that is not an alumni.
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