LAW DAY
DELAWARE COUNTY COURTHOUSE

The Delaware County Court and Bar Association annually celebrate Law Day on May 1. On this day, our Court emphasizes the precious heritage we have in our free society, where rule of law serves and governs the citizens, making possible such a free society. The Bar Association and the Court of Common Pleas recognized the achievements of lawyers and non-lawyers at the Law Day Ceremonies at the Delaware County Courthouse.

2010 AWARD RECIPIENTS

The theme of the 2010 Law Day Program was "Law in the 21st Century: Enduring Traditions, Emerging Challenges."

The Themis Award was presented to "Mothers Home," an unaffiliated non-profit shelter located in Darby, PA.  The shelter provides life skills, education and counseling for pregnant women, as well as women with young children, to enable them to rise above abuse and poverty and to have the chance to be exposed to life opportunities that they may not otherwise envision.  Don Corcoran, Executive Director of Mothers Home, accepted the award for the organization.

The Pennsylvania Veterans Museum received the Liberty Bell Award.

Mary V.Z. Wachterhauser, Esquire received the Elizabeth C. Price Award for her tireless efforts, integrity, loyalty and dedication to the Bar Association.

2009 AWARD RECIPIENTS

“By the People, For the People ” was the theme of the 2009 Law Day program.

The Themis Award was presented to Chief Martin J. Wusinich on behalf of the entire Media Borough Police Department for their outstanding contribution to the American system of freedom under the law.  Media Borough Police Department provides our citizens with a clear example and unparalleled guidance in respecting the law and stimulating an atmosphere of individual responsibility.

Weed and Seed of Upper Darby, a resident driven organization working with Upper Darby Township, the Delaware County District Attorney's Office and the Federal Government to help revitalize the target neighborhood, received the Liberty Bell Award.  Weed and Seed aims to prevent, control, and reduce violent crime, drug abuse, and gang activity while putting in programs to improve the quality of life in the target neighborhood.

Joseph T. Mattson, Esquire received the Elizabeth C. Price Award for his tireless efforts, integrity, loyalty and dedication to the Bar Association.

The 2009 Special Recognition Award was presented to Bob Lythgoe for his Outstanding Service and Dedication to the Legal Community.

 

2008 AWARD RECIPIENTS

The 2008 program, entitled “Growing Strong Citizens,” was highlighted by the presentation of the Themis Award to America's First Fair Trade Town Committee for their outstanding contribution to our American system of freedom under the law.  Media, Pennsylvania ~ "Everybody's Home Town" is the first "fair trade town" - supportive of buyers and producers of superior products, fair wages and favorable working environments.

The Delaware County Firemen's Association received the Liberty Bell Award for 100 years of bravery, protection, compassion and exemplary service to families.  The award is given by the Young Lawyers’ Section of the Bar Association for activities which promote the spirit of the Constitution.

The Elizabeth C. Price Award was presented to Leonard A. Sloane, Esquire for his dedication, integrity and loyalty to the Bar Association.  The award is given in the name of the Executive Director of the Delaware County Bar Association who has brought much credit to the association from both statewide and national organizations and individuals.

The Law Day Special Recognition Award is presented annually for Outstanding Service and Dedication to the Legal Community.   The 2008 recipients were William J. Sweeney of the Constable Transport Unit; Richard M. Lutz, Esquire; and staff members from the Videoconferencing Unit at the George W. Hill Correctional Facility, Sergeant Lance Storm, Correctional Officer John Siravo and Correctional Officer Adel DelPrato.