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The State Bar of New Mexico is soliciting nominations for the Annual Awards for the 2023 Annual Meeting. Deadline for Nominations is June 1. For more information or questions, please contact Kris Becker at kris.becker@sbnm.org or 505-797-6038.
2022 Annual Awards Recipients
2022 Annual Awards Presentation
Recognizes attorneys who have provided valuable service and contributions to the legal profession and the State Bar of New Mexico over a significant period of time.
2022: Michael P. Fricke 2021: Joey D. Moya 2020: Deborah S. Dungan 2019: John P. Burton 2018: Ruth O. Pregenzer 2017: Scott M. Curtis 2016: Hannah B. Best 2015: Jeffrey H. Albright 2014: Carol Skiba 2013: Ian Bezpalko 2012: John D. Robb, Jr. 2011: Mary T. Torres 2010: Dennis E. Jontz 2009: Randy J. Knudsen 2008: none 2007: Charles. J. Vigil 2006: Andrew G. Schultz; Norman S. Thayer 2005: Briggs F. Cheney 2004: Russell D. Mann 2003: Michael T. Murphy; Joyce Stowers 2002: James R. Crouch; UNM Dean Robert J. Desiderio; Jan B. Gilman-Tepper 2001: Raymond Hamilton; Henry F. Narvaez; Presiliano A. Torrez 2000: none 1999: Arturo L. Jaramillo; Farrell Lines; Martin B. Paskind; Edward R. Ricco 1998: Willliam Stratvert; Sarah M. Singleton 1997: Richard Civerolo 1996: Stanley C. Sager 1995: James L. Bruin 1994: Robert St. John 1993: Samuel W. Jones; Richard F. Rowley II 1992: none 1991: Judge William R. Federici; Arturo G. Ortega 1990: Stuart D. Shanor 1989: Henry Weihofen 1988: Russell D. Mann; James E. Sperline 1987: James R. Crouch; Stanley C. Sager; Myer “Mike” Rosenberg 1986: Richard C. Civerolo; Paul A. Kastler 1985: George T. Harris; William A. Sloan; Robert S. Skinner 1984: Judge Leon Karelitz; Marshall G. Martin; John F. McCarthy; Donald Moses 1983: James R. Crouch; Don. L. Dickason; Russell D. Mann; Paul W. Robinson 1982: none 1981: James T. Jennings; Don G. McCormick; Owen E. Marron
Recognizes nonlawyers who have provided valuable service and contributions to the legal profession over a significant period of time.
2022: Juan Abeyta 2021: Bernice Ramos 2020: Renee Valdez 2019: Tiffany Corn 2018: Jim Jackson 2017: Cathy Ansheles 2016: Tina L. Kelbe 2015: Kim Posich 2014: Rear Admiral Jon Michael Barr (ret.) 2013: Judge Buddy J. Hall 2012: Sandra Bauman 2011: David Smoak 2010: Robin Gomez 2009: Sally Saunders 2008: Carolyn L. Cochran 2007: John B. Arango; Karen Duprey; Bonita Ortiz; Amanda Wang 2006: none 2005: Kay L. Homan 2004: Michelle Giger 2003: Edwina Logan Hambor 2002: Carol Herrera; Louise Kodituwakku 2001: Garry Spencer; Harold Daum 2000: Arturo G. Bastidos; Dorothy S. Peters 1999: John Arango 1998: Sue Ann Waits 1997: Terry Boulanger; Richard Montoya 1996: Katherine R. Davenport; Peggy B. Jones 1995: none 1994: Noel Fletcher; Donna Winchester 1993: Jennifer Bean 1992: Virginia Sears 1991: Carrie Cloutier; Mary Gordon Cross Giblin 1990: Linda L. McDonald 1989: Phyllis Hill; Joseph Jolly 1988: Rose Marie Alderety; Dr. David Townsend 1987: Katherine R. Davenport 1986: none 1985: Judy A. Zanotti 1984: Olive Brinkman 1983: Louise R. Camp; Estella Gillen; Lola McFerrin; Kathryn G. Nauyok 1982: Katherine R. Davenport; Mary Martinez; Jean Willis
Recognizes attorneys or judges who, over long and distinguished legal careers, have by their ethical and personal conduct exemplified for their fellow attorneys the epitome of professionalism. *Known for her fervent and unyielding commitment to professionalism, Justice Minzner (1943–2007) served on the New Mexico Supreme Court from 1994–2007.
2022: Judge James J. Wechsler, Quentin P. Ray 2021: Frederick M. Hart (posthumously) and F. Michael Hart 2020: William D. Slease 2019: Hon. Stan Whitaker 2018: Charles J. Vigil 2017: Hon. Elizabeth E. Whitefield 2016: Arturo L. Jaramillo 2015: S. Thomas Overstreet 2014: Catherine T. Goldberg 2013: Cas F. Tabor 2012: Henry A. Kelly 2011: Judge Angela J. Jewell 2010: Raymond Hamilton 2009: John P. Salazar 2008: Thomas D. Haines, Jr.; Michael Schwarz 2007: Justice Pamela B. Minzner 2006: Graham Browne; Alice Tomlinson-Lorenz 2005: John G. Baugh; Lawrence M. Pickett; Lowell Stout 2004: Toby Grossman; Joseph P. Paone 2003: William S. Dixon; Richard L. Gerding 2002: Paul A. Kastler; Judge Neil P. Mertz; Betty Read 2001: Felix Briones, Jr. 2000: James C. Ritchie; Rozier E. Sanchez; Stuart D. Shanor 1999: Joseph J. Mullins; Robert E. Sabin; Matias A. Zamora 1998: Judge Oliver Seth; Stephen Bowen 1997: Stanley C. Sager 1996: T.K. Campbell; Judge William R. Federici 1995: Russell D. Mann 1994: Judge Howard C. Bratton; Ruth C. Streeter 1993: Judge Seth D. Montgomery; Donald Moses 1992: Arturo G. Ortega; Judge Mary C. Walters 1991: Robert C. Poole; Charles M. Tansey 1990: Myer “Mike” Rosenberg 1989: Gino J. Matteucci; Judge Leon Karelitz 1988: Robert M. Botts
Recognizes judges who have distinguished themselves through long and exemplary service on the bench and who have significantly advanced the administration of justice or improved the relations between the bench and bar; generally given to judges who have or soon will be retiring. Justice Montgomery (1937–1998), a brilliant and widely respected attorney and jurist, served on the New Mexico Supreme Court from 1989–1994.
2022: Judge Henry A. Alaniz 2021: Judge Mary W. Rosner 2020: Hon. Alvin Jones (posthumously) 2019: Hon. Nan G. Nash 2018: Justice Charles W. Daniels 2017: Hon. Michael D. Bustamante 2016: Justice Richard B. Bosson 2015: Judge Cynthia A. Fry 2014: Judge Rozier E. Sanchez 2013: Judge Bruce D. Black 2012: Justice Patricio M. Serna 2011: Judge Jerald A. Valentine 2010: Judge James A. Hall 2009: Judge Mark B. McFeeley 2008: Judge A. Joseph Alarid; Judge Lynn Pickard 2007: Judge David W. Bonem 2006: Judge Peggy J. Nelson 2005: none 2004: Judge Frank H. Allen, Jr. 2003: Justice Gene E. Franchini 2002: Justice Joseph F. Baca 2001: Judge Rudy S. Apodaca 2000: Judge Thomas A. Donnelly 1999: Judge Robert M. Doughty II 1998: Judge Benny E. Flores; Judge Steve Herrera 1997: Justice Richard E. Ransom 1996: Judge Stanley F. Frost; Judge Oliver Seth
Recognizes outstanding or extraordinary law-related organizations or programs that serve the legal profession and the public. Merged with Outstanding Local/Voluntary Bar and Outstanding Program Awards in 2009 (see below).
2022: Pueblo of Pojoaque Path to Wellness Court, Intellectual Property Law Section Pro Bono Fair 2021: New Mexico Center on Law and Poverty 2020: New Mexico Immigrant Law Center 2019: Second Judicial District Court Judicial Supervision and Diversion Program 2018: Family Support Services Program 2017: Young Lawyers Division Wills for Heroes Program 2016: Self Help Center at the Third Judicial District Court 2015: Pegasus Legal Services for Children 2014: Corinne Wolfe Children’s Law Center 2013: Divorce Options Workshop 2012: United South Broadway Corporation Fair Lending Center 2011: NM Hispanic Bar 2010: UNM School of Law Clinical Law Programs 2009: NM High School Mock Trial Program 2008: San Juan County Bar 2007: Chaves County Bar 2006: NM Black Lawyers 2005: Sandoval County Bar 2004: San Juan County Bar 2003: Colfax-Union County Bar 2002: Colfax-Union County Bar; Curry-Roosevelt County Bar 2001: none 2000: none 1999: Chaves County Bar; Lea County Bar 1998: Eddy County Bar 1997: San Juan County Bar 1996: First Judicial District Bar; Chaves County Bar 1995: none 1994: none 1993: Seventh Judicial District Bar 1992: Chaves County Bar; Seventh Judicial District Bar 1991: Seventh Judicial District Bar 1990: Chaves County Bar; First Judicial District Bar; Otero County Bar 1989: Eddy County Bar; Valencia County Bar 1988: Otero County Bar 1987: Chaves County Bar; Fourth Judicial District Bar 1986: Albuquerque Bar 1985: Colfax-Union County Bar
Merged with Outstanding Local/Voluntary Bar Award in 2009 and renamed Outstanding Legal Organization or Program Award.
2021: None 2008: None 2007: Albuquerque Bar Association Law Day Program 2006: Consumer Issues Workshops 2005: NM Hispanic Bar Scholarship Program 2004: Lawyers Assistance Program 2003: Consumer Debt Workshops 2002: Consumer Attorney Assistance Program (CAAP); Cross-Cultural Exchange Project 2001: Lawyers Care Referral Program; Southwest Bench & Bar Conference; Summer Law Clerk Program 2000: KOB-TV Lawline 4; NM Trial Lawyers; YLD FEMA Program; 1999: Attorney-Client Fee Arbitration Program; Bridge the Gap Program; First Judicial District Pro Se Challenge Project 1998: Lawyer Referral for the Elderly Program 1997: ANLIR-SBNM Lawyers Malpractice Insurance Committee 1996: “Ask-a-Lawyer” Law Day Call-in Program; Today’s Law School
Awarded to attorneys who have, during the formative stages of their legal careers by their ethical and personal conduct, exemplified for their fellow attorneys the epitome of professionalism; nominee has demonstrated commitment to clients’ causes and to public service, enhancing the image of the legal profession in the eyes of the public; nominee must have practiced no more than five years or must be no more than 36 years of age.
2022: Lauren E. Riley 2021: Maslyn K. Locke 2020: Veronica C. Gonzales-Zamora 2019: Rebekah Reyes 2018: Shammara Haley Henderson 2017: Spencer L. Edelman 2016: Denise M. Chanez 2015: Tania S. Silva 2014: Marshall J. Ray 2013: Greg L. Gambill 2012: Robert L. Lucero, Jr. 2011: Keya Koul 2010: Christina A. Vigil 2009: Clara Moran 2008: Marcus J. Rael, Jr.; Vincent J. Ward 2007: Diandra D. Benally; Carlos Fierro 2006: Hector H. Balderas 2005: Morris J. “Mo” Chavez 2004: Brian S. Colon 2003: Roxanna M. Chacon 2002: H. Nicole Schamban 2001: Trent A. Howell 2000: Devon Fooks 1999: Jeffrey H. Albright; Christopher Hassan 1998: Stacey A. Klein 1997: Jerry P. Cantwell
Presented to an attorney who has made an exemplary contribution of time and effort, without compensation, to provide legal assistance over his or her career to people who could not afford the assistance of an attorney. Robert LaFollette (1900–1977), director of Legal Aid to the Poor, was a champion of the underprivileged who, through countless volunteer hours and personal generosity and sacrifice, was the consummate humanitarian and philanthropist.
2022: Darlene T. Gomez 2021: Torri A. Jacobus 2020: Julia H. Barnes 2019: Robert J. Andreotti 2018: Susan E. Page 2017: Stephen C. M. Long 2016: Billy K. Burgett 2015: Robert M. Bristol 2014: Erin A. Olson 2013: None 2012: Jared G. Kallunki 2011: Alan Wainwright 2010: Ronald E. Holmes 2009: Ben A. Longwill 2008: Matthew T. Byers 2007: Laurie A. Hedrich 2006: none 2005: Steve H. Mazer 2004: Sage and Burks, P.C. 2003: Albert W. Schimmel, III 2002: Nicholas T. Leger 2001: none 2000: Cristen Conley; Barbara V. Johnson; James T. Locatelli 1999: none 1998: William M. Casey 1997: John M. Roybal 1996: Farrell L. Lines 1995: Steven S. Michel 1994: John D. Robb 1993: John Higgins 1992: Antonio V. Silva 1991: Stanley Sager 1990: John F. McCarthy Jr. 1989: Colfax County Bar 1988: Harold O. Gore 1987: M. Rosenberg 1986: David L. Mathews
Many individuals have made significant contributions to the improvement of legal professional well-being to include destigmatizing mental health, strengthening resiliency and creating a synergic approach to work and life. This new award was created to recognize an individual or organization that has made an outstanding positive contribution to the New Mexico legal community’s well-being. As the State Bar of New Mexico is committed to improving the health and wellness of New Mexico’s legal community, we strongly encourage self-nominations and peer nominations for any lawyer, judge, or non-lawyer working in some capacity with the NM legal community.
2022: Pamela Moore