Jeff Ward Takes the Helm as 53rd President
New Officers Installed
While the transition to new leadership should have taken place during the 53rd GDLA Annual Meeting at The Breakers, which was canceled due to COVID-19, Jeffrey S. “Jeff” Ward of Drew Eckl & Farnham (top photo) in Brunswick took the helm as President during a Zoom Board meeting. Other officers assuming duties were (l-r lower photos): President-Elect George R. Hall of Hull Barrett in Augusta; Treasurer James D. “Dart” Meadows of Balch & Bingham in Atlanta; and Secretary Pamela N. Lee of Swift Currie in Atlanta.
Jake Daly Honored with President’s Award
Jake Daly was honored by outgoing President Dave Nelson with the President’s Award. Jake was recognized for his tireless efforts as chair of GDLA’s Legislative Committee. He provided eblast updates during the session, vetted bills that would impact the civil defense bar, and generally kept us apprised of happenings under the Gold Dome. Jake is of counsel at Freeman Mathis & Gary in Atlanta.
Past President Bill Scrantom presented Distinguished Service Award
William G. “Bill” Scrantom, Jr., who not only helped found GDLA in 1967, but also served as President from 1972-1973 was honored with the GDLA Distinguished Service Award. GDLA would not be where it is today without the visionary leadership of lawyers like Bill. He continues to attend Board meetings, judicial receptions, and past president’s luncheons. He is retired from the Columbus firm that bears his name – Page Scrantom Sprouse Tucker & Ford. He’s pictured here with Past President Kirby Mason.
