RBA 100th Social Hour, Stock Bistro, September 19, 2024

As part of the 100th celebration, the RBA hosted a social hour at Stock Bistro, the former Fire Station 1, on September 19th,. Those attending enjoyed the casual atmosphere, drinks and snacks. Click on each individual picture to...

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RBA Luncheon, September 10, 2024

The September 10, 2024, RBA luncheon meeting was held at the Shenandoah Club. The meeting was called to order by President Amy Geddes.  Following the welcome and announcements, Ms. Geddes turned the floor over to Mona Raza, Memorials and Resolutions Committee Chairperson, who introduced K. Brett Marston. Mr. Marston presented a memorial resolution honoring G. Michael Pace, Jr.  Following the resolution, Ms. Geddes turned the floor over to...

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Salem Red Sox Game & Picnic

On August 10, 2024, The RBA kicked off it’s Centennial Celebration with a member event at the Salem Red Sox stadium. The members and their families were treated to a baseball game and a picnic. Nick Leitch, Gentry Locke, sang the national anthem. Please click on the pictures...

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RBA – 99th Annual Meeting June 11, 2024

President Christen Church called the 99th Annual meeting to order. The 99th Annual RBA meeting was held at the Shenandoah Club. President Church recognized RLF Trustee, Amy Geddes, who announced the scholarship recipient, Zachary George. Mr. George will receive the James Kincanon Scholarship and attend the Charleston School of Law. Ms. Geddes also announced this years grant recipients which included the Local Office on Aging and the Rescue...

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Judicial Investitures of Hon. L. Ciaffone and Rachel Thompson, June 2024

The investitures of The Honorable Leisa K. Ciaffone and The Honorable Rachel L. D. Thompson were held on Thursday, June 6, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. at the Roanoke City Courthouse. The invocation was given by Dave Sloop, Senior Minister, Church of the Holy Spirit. The Honorable James R. Swanson, Chief Judge, Circuit Court, introduced the public officials and welcomed those in attendance. The Honorable Rachel L. D. Thompson was sworn in as a Judge of...

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RLF Fellows Reception, May 14, 2024

The Roanoke Law Foundation held the annual Fellows Reception on May 14, 2024 at 202 Social House. Lori Bentley, 2023-24 Chairman of the Foundation welcomed the Trustees and Fellows. An induction ceremony was held for the new 2024 Class of Fellows. The Class of 2024 includes Anthony “Tony” Anderson, Lori J. Bentley, Martha “Mollie” Elder, Agnis C. Chakravorty, Ann McGee Green, Todd Leeson, Jennie L.M. Waering, and Michael...

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