Volunteer Appreciation Reception

On April 10, 2019, HPRP held its annual volunteer appreciation at The University of Baltimore School of  Law, whose generous sponsorship helped to make the event possible. Awards were presented in the following categories:

Outstanding Volunteer Attorneys

This award is presented to an individual practitioner who has demonstrated an outstanding commitment of both time and effort to HPRP's pro bono program. This commitment may include providing direct representation, public outreach, training, leadership, and/or policy work.

Lauren Benko – Morgan Stanley

Sandra Brushart – Maryland Legal Aid

Melissa Chiasera
Shawn Conley – Conley Law

Stephanie Joseph – Office of the Public Defender

David Sommer – Gallagher Evelius & Jones LLP

Outstanding Law Firm

This award is presented to a law firm or company that has supported and promoted HPRP's pro bono opportunities within the organization.

Ballard Spahr LLP

Outstanding Volunteer Law Students

This award is presented to a law student who has demonstrated a commitment to furthering homeless individuals' access to justice through participation in HPRP's Pro Bono Program.

Gina Bohannon - University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law

Tia Holmes - University of Baltimore School of Law

Sahar Takshi - Washington College of Law, American University

Outstanding Volunteer Paralegal

This award is presented to an individual who has demonstrated an outstanding commitment of both time and effort to HPRP.

Meredith Bruce - Veterans Administration