Jessica Zimbelman Receives Leo A. Farhat Outstanding Attorney Award

The Ingham County Bar Association

Congratulations to SADO Deputy Director Jessica Zimbelman, recipient of this year's Leo A. Farhat Outstanding Attorney Award!

This award is presented to a member of the Ingham County Bar Association who has distinguished themselves by manifesting exemplary character, integrity, judgment and legal scholarship while adhering to and advancing the highest principles and traditions of the legal profession. Special consideration is given to those members who have made an extraordinary commitment to bench and/or bar activities at the local, state, or national levels.

In addition to the traditional qualities of excellence in the practice of law, the award seeks to recognize a private law practitioner who has provided outstanding service to the public and who possesses an exemplary reputation in the legal community, the highest of ethical standards, and who revels in maintaining a life that balances a passion for professional excellence with the joy of family and friends. In addition, the award seeks to recognize a person who exhibits qualities of openness and humility, coupled with a sincere concern for the interests of others, including the professional development of newer practitioners. You can learn more about Jessica here. You can register for the Awards Dinner here. 

Congratulations, Jessica!