47 The International Bar Association awarded attorney Sue Finegan the prestigious 2013 International Bar Association Pro Bono Award, given to one individual whose legal career has demonstrated extraordinary commitment to pro bono work and whose efforts have made a substantial impact. The Women’s Bar Foundation awarded attorney Sue Finegan the Lelia J. Robinson Award for capturing the spirit of Lelia J. Robinson, the first woman admitted to practice in Massachusetts. The award recognizes women who have captured the spirit of pioneering in the legal profession, served as mentors and role models, or made a difference in the community while exemplifying professional excellence. Mintz Levin and attorney Kim Gold received recognition by the New York State Courts Access to Justice Program for the firm’s commitment and Kim’s leadership in promoting access to justice. The Women’s Bar Association named attorney Kanasha Herbert among a group of rising stars who will participate in the organization’s Women’s Leadership Initiative, a program that brings senior women attorneys and up-and-coming stars of the legal profession together for mentoring and leadership development. Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly and Massachusetts Bar Association honored Kanasha Herbert with a 2014 Up & Coming Lawyer award. The award recognizes attorneys that have been members of the bar for 10 years or less, have distinguished themselves in practice and the community, and“appear poised for even greater accomplishments.” The Boston Business Journal named Mintz Levin Chairman Bob Popeo among its Power 50: Most Influential Bostonians, a list of heavy hitters comprised of“the ones getting things done and leading change in the Boston economy.” Aaron Tidman was selected as City Year’s Washington, DC Idealist of the Year (2014) for his dedication to LGBT rights, domestic violence cases, and other human rights. The award recognizes volunteers in the corporate world who embody the spirit of idealism and have shown a commitment to improving the Washington, DC region. The National LGBT Bar Association included attorney Aaron Tidman on its list of Best LGBT Lawyers Under 40 Class – 2013, recognizing outstanding lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender professionals under the age of 40 who have distinguished themselves in their fields and demonstrated a profound commitment to LGBT equality. Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly and Massachusetts Bar Association honored Katy Ward for her commitment to pro bono by selecting her for their 2014 Excellence in Pro Bono Award. The Boston Bar Association selected attorney Katy Ward for its 2014 Public Interest Leadership Program, a highly selective program that promotes civic engagement and public service by advancing the leadership role of lawyers of service to their community. The National Association of Health Services Executives honored Stephanie Willis for her dedication and work in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. StephanieWillis was selected as CityYear’sWashington, DC Idealist of the Year (2013) for embodying the spirit of idealism in her community through her dedication to pro bono work. The award recognizes volunteers in corporate organizations that show a commitment to improving the Washington, DC region. The Boston Bar Association selected attorney Alec Zadek for its 2013 Public Interest Leadership Program. The program is extremely competitive and selects attorneys that have demonstrated a dedication and commitment to public service. At the firm’s annual pro bono reception, Mintz Levin presented former Mintz Levin attorney Ella Shenhav with the 2013 Richard Mintz Pro Bono Award in recognition of her leadership in pro bono, working with clients on immigration, domestic violence, and bankruptcy cases. At the firm’s annual pro bono reception, Mintz Levin presented attorney Alec Zadek with the 2014 Richard Mintz Pro Bono Award for his tireless advocacy on behalf of domestic violence and trafficking victims. Atthefirm’sannualprobonoreception,MintzLevinpresentedattorney Ken Novack with the 2014 Lifetime Achievement Award for his vision and leadership in focusing the firm’s pro bono and community service efforts on domestic violence. At the firm’s annual pro bono reception, Mintz Levin presented the San Diego Office with the 2014 Special Recognition Award for developing and sustaining a vibrant Domestic Violence Project supporting domestic violence victims in the trial and appellate courts.