Bay Ridge lawyers association shines at ‘Light the Night’ walk

November 26, 2023 Robert Abruzzese, Courthouse Editor

Past presidents Lisa Becker Mercante and Mary Ann Stathopoulos represented the Bay Ridge Lawyers in the annual Light the Night walk in Staten Island last month. The association helped to raise over $3,000, which made it the largest corporate sponsor at the event.
Photos courtesy of Lisa Becker Mercante

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On a rain-drenched Oct. 14, 2023, members of the Bay Ridge Lawyers Association demonstrated their commitment to a noble cause by participating in the Light The Night walk at the College of Staten Island.

Despite the inclement weather, the lawyers’ spirit remained undimmed as they walked in support of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

“I’m so happy we were the number one corporate sponsor this year and raised over $3,000,” said past president Lisa Becker Mercante. “This walk is very dear to my heart because we definitely need to find a cure so that people like me do not have to worry anymore.”

Lisa Becker Mercante (left) and Mary Ann Stathopoulos (right), past presidents of the Bay Ridge Lawyers Association.

The Light The Night event, organized annually, brings communities together to honor and remember those affected by blood cancers. It serves as a beacon of hope, uniting families, schools, corporate teams and sponsors in the fight against cancer. The funds raised are pivotal in advancing research and providing support to blood cancer patients and their families.

The Bay Ridge Lawyers Association, known for its active community involvement, raised an impressive $3,270.49. This significant contribution earned the group the accolade of the top corporate team at the event.

“Unfortunately, it wasn’t a huge turnout due to the rain; however, my family and I, along with Mary Ann Stathopoulos, another former president, walked proudly,” said Becker Mercante.