About
The Bernard P. Becker Legal Services Staff award is presented annually to attorneys, paralegals, administrators or other staff employed by a private, nonprofit agency that provides legal services to low-income eligible clients. The Becker Student Volunteer Award is presented to a law student who has demonstrated a commitment to the provision of legal services to low-income persons. These awards recognize the dedicated service and outstanding achievements of four recipients and include an award of $500-$550.
Most Recent Awards
We are proud to recognize the 2022 award winners, each who have provided exemplary service to those in our community most vulnerable to injustice.
- Legacy of Excellence | Charles Thomas, Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services
- Emerging Leader | Robyn Meyer-Thompson, Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota
- Advocate | Luci Russell, Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid
- Law Student | Zoe Vasiliki Psiakis, University of Minnesota Law School
Previous Recipients