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 2006 and 2007 Law Day Ceremonies at the Delaware County Courthouse.

2006 AWARD RECIPIENTS

The 2006 program, entitled “My World - My Responsibility ,” was highlighted by the Themis Award winner, Karen Tyler, the Pro Bono Coordinator of Legal Aid of Southeastern Pennsylvania.  The award was given for her outstanding contribution to the American system of freedom under the law in aiding many poor people who without this program would not have fair access to the Judicial System by matching indigent persons with private attorneys who volunteer their time and expertise in civil matters.

Norma Testa-Walsh, Executive Director of Retired and Seniors Volunteer Program, received the Liberty Bell Award.  The volunteer program is responsible for planning, directing and implementing programs for the benefit of senior citizens. 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 given to William G. Halligan, Esquire for his dedication, integrity and loyalty to the Bar Association.

The President’s Special Recognition Award was presented to a non-attorney, Nancy Harvin, a receptionist for the Judges.  The award recognized her generosity and dedication to the legal community and the citizens of Delaware County while greeting people on the third floor of the Courthouse.

2007 AWARD RECIPIENTS

“Liberty Under the Law: Empowering Youth, Assuring Democracy ” was the theme of the 2007 Law Day program.

Philip W. Damiani, Jr. received the Themis Award for his outstanding contribution to the American system of freedom under the law.  He worked for the Delaware County Court as a Probation Officer; Director of Juvenile Court, the Juvenile Detention Center, Adult Probation and Parole, and all three posts at once.  He currently serves as Executive Director for the Court.

The Rev. James Ley, an arch deacon in the Episcopal Church, received the Liberty Bell Award.  He was recognized for bringing high school and college students from across the country to work on service projects in Chester.

Andrew J. D'Amico, Esquire received the Elizabeth C. Price Award for performing many services that “reflect well upon the image of lawyers.”

The Special Recognition Award went to David K. Trevaskis, Esquire for his work as the Pro Bono Coordinator for Legal Services and Coordinator for Public Education for the Pennsylvania Bar Association.