Dave Nelson Sworn-in as 52nd President
New Officers Installed
(l-r) During the 52nd GDLA Annual Meeting at Ponte Vedra Inn & Club, Florida, David “Dave” N. Nelson of Chambless Higdon Richardson Katz & Griggs in Macon was sworn-in as President. Other officers taking the helm were: Treasurer George R. Hall of Hull Barrett in Augusta; Secretary James D. “Dart” Meadows of Balch & Bingham in Atlanta; and President-Elect Jeffrey “Jeff” S. Ward of Drew Eckl & Farnham in Brunswick.
Past President Steve Kyle Honored with
GDLA Distinguished Service Award
Steven J. Kyle (middle), who served as President from 1998-1999, was honored with the GDLA Distinguished Service Award during the 52nd Annual Meeting at Ponte Vedra Inn & Club. In presenting the award, Past President Matt Moffett (right) explained, “Steve Kyle embodies the true spirit of this organization. He is a true giver, and, in the words of my wife, ‘always has a smile on his face and something kind to say.’” Steve practices at Bovis Kyle Burch & Medlin in Atlanta. Also pictured is outgoing President Hall McKinley.
Karen Karabinos Honored with President’s Award
Karen Karabinos was honored by President Hall McKinley with the President’s Award. Karen was recognized for her visionary leadership in creating and chairing the GDLA Women Litigators Section this past year. The group has already hosted three very successful events, focused on helping women litigators succeed. Both Karen and Hall are with Drew Eckl & Farnham in Atlanta.
Past President Sally Akins Honored by Daily Report
Past President Sally Akins was honored by the Daily Report with a Distinguished Leader Award on June 20, 2019. GDLA nominated her for the award; read the complete profile article here.
GDLA Wins Best Newsletter Award from State Bar
GDLA was again recognized with a Best Newsletter Award from the State Bar of Georgia in the category of local and voluntary bars with more than 500 members. Jeff Ward of Drew Eckl & Farnham in Brunswick served as editor-in-chief of the Georgia Defense Lawyer for the past 3.5 years. The award was presented during the State Bar’s 2019 Annual Meeting in June in Orlando.
