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Henrico Bar NewsJune 2016Henrico County Bar AssociationP.O. Box 70147Richmond, Virginia 23255From the Desk of Julie S. Palmer, HCBA PresidentOn May 18, 2016, I was honored to be sworn in as President of the HenricoCounty Bar Association for 2016-2017. I am grateful for this opportunity andlook forward to a successful year.I am surrounded by an outstanding group of people who I know will work hardalongside me this year. I thank the Association's officers, Brian Schneider,Natalie McClearn, Brooks Hundley and Ryan Young, and directors, Julie Cillo,Andrew Newby, Andy Johnson, Susan Parrish and Emily Bishop, for their enthusiasm and willingness to serve.I also thank our Administrator, Mary Lou Wellman, for her invaluable work on behalf of our organization. Herdedication, attention to detail and positive attitude form the foundation of our Association's success.As I noted in my remarks at the Spring Reception, my goal for this year is to continue the stellar services theAssociation provides to its members: top-quality, free CLE programming, opportunities to serve our largercommunity, and enjoyable social events. Our Association is truly a special group. I am proud of what we doeach year, and I urge you to commit to participate and to encourage others to do the same this year.Sincerely,Julie S. PalmerPresidentAnnual Spring ReceptionSave the DateOn May 18, 2016, the Association held its annual Spring Reception atLewis Ginter Botanical Gardens. The Flying Sulsers provided musicalentertainment while members enjoyed good food, fun and fellowship.The Association would like to extend special thanks to our generoussponsors, Planet Depos and Juridical Solutions.We are in the process of planningthe events for 2016-2017. Pleasecheck the Calendar of Events on ourwebsite at www.henricobar.org forupdates this summer.During the Reception, the Association presented the "Volunteer of theYear" award to Dale Boice. Dale has been instrumental this year intransitioning the handling of the Court Docent Program from theRichmond Bar Auxiliary to the Association. We truly could not haveachieved the successful continuation of the program without her. Daleaccepted the award with sincere grace and appreciation, exemplifyingthose qualities which made her the perfect candidate for the award tobegin with!In This IssueSpring ReceptionGolf TournamentMember SpotlightVSB Council for HenricoAs its final order of business that evening, the Association recognizedits outgoing president, Mike Feinmel, for his hard work this past year.The Honorable Catherine C. Hammond then administered the oath ofoffice to the incoming board and officers. The delightful reception wasthe perfect way to cap off a productive and enjoyable year.Members on the MoveVSB Council for HenricoThe Virginia State Bar is anadministrative agency of theSupreme Court of Virginia. Itregulates our profession and strivesto advance the availability andquality of legal services provided toVirginians and assists in improving
the legal and judicial system. It isguided by an elected President, andgoverned by an ExecutiveCommittee, and Bar Council, whosemembers are elected and appointedfrom every judicial circuit in theCommonwealth. DanRosenthal (dan@lawrosenthal.com),Rhysa South (sou06@henrico.us),and JonNichols(jnichols@hccw.com) serveas your elected representatives tothe Virginia State Bar Council.The Hon. Catherine C. Hammond swears in the newOfficers and Board of DirectorsVice President Natalie McClearn honorsVolunteer of the Year, Dale BoiceOne of the important issuesaddressed by the Bar Council thisyear was the procedure by which thePresident of the Bar is elected.Members voiced concerns about theelectronic voting process utilized forthe first time in the 2014 statewideelection. For example, some e-mailsfor the election were directed tomembers' "spam" folders, and theymay not have been aware thatvoting was open. Some membersalso expressed concerns that theydid not have sufficient knowledgeabout the candidates, their positions,and how they intend to improve theBar. One candidate suggestedincluding a ballot for the VSBpresident or voting information inthe same envelope in whichmembers receive their annual duesinvoice.The Bar is attempting to improvethis process to ensure that everymember has the knowledge and theopportunity to vote for theseimportant elected representatives. Itis also seeking ways to give youbetter access to the candidates soyou can get to know the candidatesand their positions on importantissues facing the Bar.Judge Irvine, Judge Hammond, Judge Balfour and Judge McGrathA committee is studying the electionprocess and would like yourinput. If you have suggestions,criticisms, or questions about theelection process, please send themto any of your Bar Councilrepresentative and they will forwardthem to the committee, which plansto complete its work before theAnnual Meeting June 16-19 inVirginia Beach.Virginia State BarRecognizes Judge SodenHenrico County J&DR Judge DenisF. Soden will receive the 2016Tradition of Excellence Awardawarded by the Virginia State Bar's
General Practice Section on June18, 2016, at the VSB AnnualMeeting in Virginia Beach. Theaward recognizes a lawyer whoembodies the highest tradition ofpersonal and professionalexcellence and who has benefitedthe community and enhanced theesteem of general practice attorneysin Virginia. Congratulations JudgeSoden!Jason Hart , Joe Rapisarda, Margie Rapisarda and John MizellThe Hon. Denis F. SodenClerk's CornerJames Olmstead, Carl Schwertz, Brian Schneider and Stan WellmanJohn Claytor, Michelle Harman, Susan Claytor,Amber Ford and Mike HarmanAdoption CelebrationsWe want to remind members of theHenrico Bar Association, andfamily law attorneys in particular,that the Henrico County CircuitCourt offers a wonderful andunique opportunity for adoptingfamilies. Adoption celebrations canbe arranged with the Judges'Chambers of the Court. Thesecelebrations give adoptive familiesa special day in Court tomemorialize the joyous occasion.Friends, family and professionalswho have been a part of theadoptive journey are invited to takepart in the celebration. There arealways happy surprises in store.Adoption celebrations are generallyheld on Friday mornings at 9:00a.m. However, additional time maybe available, depending on theCourt's docket. If you have notwitnessed one of these movingceremonies yet, we hope that youwill someday.J&DR Twitter PagePlease check out the Twitter pagefor the Henrico Juvenile &Domestic Relations Court@HenricoJDRCt.
A Big Thank You to ourGolf Tournament SponsorsLisa Leiner, Mark Carlton, Doug Pittman, Clint Verity,Scott Fisher and Jeff MillerPrize SponsorsBogeys Sports ParkCapital Ale HouseChuy's RestaurantCooper's Hawk Winery &RestaurantDave and Buster'sHondos Prime RestaurantIronbridge Sports ParkKona GrillProspect Hill Inn & RestaurantRichmond Flying SquirrelsRichmond KickersScience Museum of VirginiaTarrant's WestWindy Hill Sports ComplexHole SponsorsChandler & HalaszGoodman Allen DonnellyHarman Claytor Corrigan &WellmanLaw Office of Daniel L. RosenthalLos 4 AmigosPlanet DeposSELTEK Technology SolutionsSpotts FainMike Feinmel, Judge Yoffy and Julie PalmerFor more pictures from the Spring Reception, please visitour website at www.henricobar.org.10th Annual John GarrettMemorial Golf TournamentSycamore Creek was the setting for the Tenth Annual John GarrettMemorial Golf Tournament hosted by the HCBA on May 24. Thisyear, owing to the tenth anniversary, the tournament featured foodtrucks that were a big hit with the golfers. Finally, after several years oflousy weather, the golf gods smiled and gave the players a beautiful,sun splashed afternoon of good food, good drink and mostly good golf!The Harman Claytor team of Jon Nichols, Stan Wellman, John Owenand Tom Garrett took home the hardware, shooting a whopping 16under par. Mike Gerrard tucked his ball closest to the pin and MikeBlumberg blasted the long drive. And while there were winners andthose who didn't win, Camp Comfort Zone, the long-time beneficiaryof this event, came away with the biggest prize-a donation of over 1000 from your Bar Association to continue to do the marvelous workfor which they are so well known.The Association thanks all those who sponsored holes, donated prizesfor the raffle and played. We also thank Lynn Garrett who continues tocome out and let the participants know that while they are playing golf,the reward for the entry fees and donations does impact many who arevery close to us.Each year this event is one that a core group of our membership looksforward to. It is an event that certainly is great fun for those whoMembers on the MoveIf you have recently changed jobsor been promoted, please share yournews with the Henrico Bar. Wewould like to post yourannouncement in our newsletter andupdate your member profile.Announcements can be emailed toMary Lou Wellman atadmin@henricobar.org. Pleaseinclude your name, firm oremployer's name, new title andareas of concentration.Officers and DirectorsPresidentJulie S. PalmerPresident-ElectBrian J. SchneiderVice PresidentNatalie T. McClearnSecretaryRyan C. YoungTreasurerD. Brooks HundleyImmediate Past-President
participate. It is an opportunity to spend quality time with fellowmembers, judges, clients or whoever else you choose to bring. Here'shoping that the tournament continues to thrive and help make adifference in our community.Michael Y. FeinmelDirectorsEmily P. BishopJulie M. CilloJ. Andrew JohnsonAndrew R. NewbySusan L. ParrishAdministratorMary Lou WellmanCarl Schwertz and Lynn Garrett welcome golfersWinners of the 10th Annual John Garrett Memorial Golf Tournament- Jon Nichols, Tom Garrett,John Owen and Stan WellmanClosest to Pin Winner - Mike GerrardFor more pictures from the Golf Tournament, please visitour website at www.henricobar.org.Member Spotlight
Full Name: Casey ColemanEmployer and Position: Henrico Commonwealth's Attorney, AssistantCommonwealth's AttorneyCollege: American UniversityLaw School: Washington & Lee University School of LawYears in Practice: 1.5Hobbies and Interests: Tennis, volunteering at The Doorways,Maymont and The Westwood Club and my dog LexFavorite Movie: True LiesFavorite Book: East of Eden by John SteinbeckFavorite Pro and College Sports Team: Any Oregon team,#westcoastbestcoast!One Thing You Might Not Know About Me: I was an exchangestudent my junior year in High School in Recife, Brazil and I speakPortuguese.Best Thing About Practicing Law in Henrico: The relationshipbetween prosecutors and defense attorneys. Someone is always willingto help the new kid in town.Advice to Young Attorneys: As a young attorney myself, I would sayuse your officemates and local bar associations, a coffee meeting canlead to a lasting mentorship.
Julie M. Cillo J. Andrew Johnson Andrew R. Newby Susan L. Parrish Administrator Mary Lou Wellman. Full Name: Casey Coleman Employer and Position: Henrico Commonwealth's Attorney, Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney College: American University Law School: Washington
