The Maine Justice Foundation is pleased to announce the induction of the 2024 class of Bar Fellows, Honorary Life Fellows, and Patron Fellows. The Bar Fellows is an honorary organization of attorneys, judges, law faculty, and legal scholars who have been elected by their peers to become members of the Bar Fellows. This distinguished group of legal professionals is being recognized for their exceptional achievements, leadership, and dedication to the highest principles of the legal profession.
“We are pleased to welcome this accomplished group of legal professionals who are pinnacles of leadership and excellence within their professional communities as new Bar Fellows, Honorary Life Fellows, and Patron Fellows. These individuals represent a high bar of excellence, integrity, and service for which we all aspire,” states Michelle Draeger, Executive Director of the Maine Justice Foundation.
Each Fellow brings unique talents and experiences to this esteemed group, contributing to a collective legacy of service that advances justice and positive change across our communities. Through their work, they inspire others in the legal field to strive for excellence and integrity, setting a standard for service that strengthens our communities and the rule of law.
2024 New Bar Fellows
Barbara E. Gauditz, Esq.
Chad W. Higgins, Esq.
Neil J. Kiely, Esq.
Taylor S. Kilgore, Esq.
Representative Amy D. Kuhn
Hon. Stacey D. Neumann
Laura M. O’Hanlon, Esq.
Andrew R. Sarapas, Esq.
Jacqueline A. Sartoris, Esq.
William R. Savage, Esq.
Rebekah Smith, Esq.
Frayla A. Tarpinian, Esq.
Peter L. Thompson, Esq.
Michael D. Traister, Esq.
Eric J. Uhl, Esq.
2024 Honorary Life Fellows
John R. Bass II, Esq.
Hon. Daniel I. Billings
Hon. Barbara A. Cardone
Peter J. Guffin, Esq.
Hon. Karen Frink Wolf
2024 Patron Fellows
Hon. Beth Dobson
Mr. William S. Harwood
Colleen A. Khoury, Esq.
Hon. Jon D. Levy
Hon. Kermit V. Lipez
Ms. Paula D. Silsby
Judith A. Fletcher Woodbury, Esq.
FMI: Contact Michelle G. Draeger, Executive Director: (207) 620-1351, mdraeger@justicemaine.org