Hon. Sylvia Hinds-Radix celebrated at MBBA’s gala alongside the 1st black chief judge
Honored as the Public Servant of the Year, Justice Sylvia Hinds-Radix is celebrated for her profound impact on New York's legal landscape. Brooklyn Eagle photo by Rob Abruzzese
By Robert Abruzzese, Courthouse Editor
May 6, 2024
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The Metropolitan Black Bar Association (MBBA) is set to host its prestigious annual gala on Friday, May 17, at Pier 60 in Manhattan, marking a celebration of legal excellence and community service within New York’s Black and minority legal community.
This year, the gala will spotlight Hon. Sylvia Hinds-Radix, the corporation counsel of New York City, alongside other key figures such as Hon. Rowan Wilson, chief judge of the New York Court of Appeals, and U.S. Attorney Breon Peace.
“Join the Metropolitan Black Bar Association 40th Anniversary Awards Gala as we celebrate our legacy of advancing equity and excellence while nurturing the growth of Black lawyers, law students and the broader community,” said MBBA President Carl Forbes. “We also look forward to honoring the achievements of several luminaries who have significantly impacted the legal profession. I promise you it will be a historic night you don’t want to miss.”
Carl Forbes, President of the Metropolitan Black Bar Association. Photo courtesy of the MBBA
Founded on the merger of the Harlem Lawyers Association and the Bedford-Stuyvesant Lawyers Association, the MBBA has grown into one of the largest organizations of Black attorneys in New York State. This year’s event not only commemorates the MBBA’s longstanding commitment to legal advancement and diversity but also celebrates the significant impacts of its members on the legal profession and broader community.
Breon Peace, recognized as the Trailblazer of the Year at the MBBA Gala, continues to make contributions to the federal legal community as the U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of New York. Brooklyn Eagle photo by Rob Abruzzese
Justice Hinds-Radix, recognized as this year’s Public Servant of the Year, has been an influential figure in New York’s legal landscape, having previously served on the New York State Supreme Court and as an associate justice of the NYS Appellate Division, Second Department. Her career has been marked by a dedication to justice and equity, principles that resonate deeply with MBBA’s mission.
Hon. Rowan Wilson, another highlight of the evening, has made history with his recent appointment as chief judge of the Court of Appeals and will receive accolades for his groundbreaking legal work and commitment to civil rights.
Breon Peace, honored as Trailblazer of the Year, continues to lead significant federal prosecutions and reforms as the U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of New York, focusing on combating white-collar fraud and enhancing public safety.
The MBBA gala promises to be a memorable evening, not only in celebrating these outstanding achievements but also in reinforcing the association’s role in fostering the study of law and supporting the professional development of young lawyers and law students.
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