(Pictured from left to right: ALI members ABA President Bob Carlson, John G. Levi, Kenneth C. Frazier, and ABA Section of Litigation Chair and Palmer Gene Vance.)
On May 2, John G. Levi of Sidley Austin was recognized with the ABA's John Minor Wisdom Public Service and Professionalism Award. The award recognizes those who have made outstanding contributions to the quality of justice in their communities, ensuring that the legal system is open and available to all.
Mr. Levi was presented with the award in recognition of his commitment to access to justice as Chair of the Legal Services Corporation (LSC). LSC is the largest funder of civil legal aid programs for low-income Americans in the USA. The award was presented by Kenneth C. Frazier of Merck at the 2019 Section of Litigation & Solo, Small Firm and General Practice Division CLE Conference.
Read Mr. Levi's remarks on the LSC website.