James W. Tippin was presented with a Lifetime Achievement Award by the Jefferson City, Missouri Branch of the NAACP at their 46^th Annual Freedom Fund Dinner and Centennial Celebration. The Lifetime Achievement Award is given in recognition of individuals who have worked diligently and given honorable and dedicated service in the safeguard of justice and democracy. Jim was recognized for his accomplished career as an attorney, his long-standing commitment to his alma mater, Lincoln University, and his service to the community as a whole. Congratulations on a well-deserved Award!!

Keith A. Cutler was named by the Kansas City Business Journal as one of the "Best of the Bar" for 2009. Each year, the KCBJ receives votes from attorneys and judges throughout the metropolitan area for their choices as the best attorneys in Kansas City. A panel of accomplished attorneys then reviews the list of top vote-getters as a final check of their reputations and professional standings. Kudos to Keith on this accomplishment, as well as celebrating his 20^th year in practice.

Congratulations to partner Dana Tippin Cutler on re-election to her 4^th term on the Board of Governors of The Missouri Bar. The Board of Governors is the 45-member representative body of The Missouri Bar responsible for determining questions of method and policy relating to the accomplishment of the purposes of the Bar. Members of the Board of Governors are elected by their fellow lawyers in their respective districts around the state to serve two-year terms. Hats off to Dana; keep up the good work!