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October 28, 2004

San Francisco Chamber of Commerce Honors Hanson Bridgett with "Ebbie" Award for Corporate Philanthropy
Distinguished Law Firm Recognized for Work with Local School;
Receives Eighth Public Service/Diversity Award in 2004

Hanson Bridgett LLP, one of the oldest and most respected law firms in San Francisco, was awarded the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce's prestigious Excellence in Business Award, also known as the "Ebbie," for corporate philanthropy. The award was presented last night at the Chamber's gala, held at the San Francisco Marriott, and is the eighth recognition for the firm's public service and diversity efforts in 2004.

Nominated for the award by the San Francisco School Volunteers (SFSV), Hanson Bridgett was lauded for its launch of a girls' mentoring program at Enola D. Maxwell Middle School. The firm has also volunteered its time for tutoring, honor roll and mentoring lunches and school beautification projects and made donations of furniture and computer equipment.

"We are very honored to receive this award," said Andrew Giacomini, managing partner of Hanson Bridgett. "San Francisco School Volunteers is just one of the many partner organizations to which two-thirds of our staff donate their time for either community service, pro bono legal services or both. Volunteering is a fundamental part of our culture, and we encourage our attorneys and staff to get involved with organizations they are passionate about. In this particular case, every volunteer involved has developed a deeply personal interest in these students."

"This partnership has taken on a life of its own as Hanson Bridgett worked with us to meet the needs of the school. The volunteers' enthusiasm and dedication have made a positive impact on the students," said SFSV Allies for Education Program Coordinator Laura Lhotsky. "We nominated Hanson Bridgett for this prestigious award because the volunteers are all genuine in their concern, they have shown incredible leadership and motivation, and they serve as a wonderful example for other businesses in actively giving back to the community."

The Ebbie tops off an award-winning year for Hanson Bridgett. Among the firm's other honors are:

  • Minority Corporate Counsel Association Thomas L. Sager Award (for the Western Region) – For demonstrating sustained commitment to improve the hiring, retention, promotion and mentoring of minority attorneys.
  • San Francisco School Volunteers Allies for Excellence Award – For volunteer efforts and programs created for students at Enola D. Maxwell Middle School.
  • The Arc of San Francisco Innovation Award – For exceptional innovation in the areas of employee retention, reasonable accommodations and recruitment.
  • San Francisco Food Bank Achievement Award – For participating in the "Food from the Bar" Program.
  • Award of Distinction, Berkeley School of Law (Boalt Hall) – For continued support of the Law Students of African Descent.
  • Legal Aid of the North Bay / Marin County Bar Association Wiley W. Manuel Award – For outstanding contributions of pro bono service to low-income and elderly residents of Marin and Napa Counties.
  • Girl Scouts of the San Francisco Bay Area President's Award – For superior service in providing pro bono legal assistance on issues regarding the organization's restructuring and employment policies.
  • 50 Best Places to Work in the Greater Bay Area – As recognized by San Francisco Business Times and San Jose Business Journal.

About the Excellence in Business Award
The Excellence in Business Awards, or "Ebbies," were created in 1991 by the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce to honor the City's businesses for their innovation, success and contributions to the quality of life in the community and their own employee community. There are four award categories: Excellence in Business; Emerging Growth; Community Developer; and Corporate Philanthropy. Companies are nominated by their colleagues from the business community.

 

Contact:
Andrew Giacomini, Esq.

Hanson Bridgett Public Relations:
P: 415-995-5192, F: 415-541-9366

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