2025 L.A. Bedford Awards Luncheon

In 2014 the J.L. Turner Legal Association (JLTLA) lost one of its founding members and a legal legend – the Honorable Louis A. Bedford, Jr. Judge Bedford practiced law in Dallas for over 60 years and, in 1966, became the first African-American judge in the history of Dallas County. Not only was Judge Bedford a champion for civil rights, but he was also a revered mentor to many attorneys in the Dallas/Fort Worth area.

JLTLA invites you to join us for the 2025 Bedford Awards Luncheon. Lunch will be available for purchase at Arts District Mansion ($25 for lunch and parking). Please RSVP as soon as possible so that we may reserve adequate seating.

HONORING...

C.B. Bunkley Community Service Award: Byron K. Sanders

Cleo Steele Committed Mentor Award: Nuru Witherspoon

Hon. Sam Lindsay Professionalism Award: Kenya Woodruff

L.A. Bedford Distinguished Jurist Award: Judge Remeko Edwards

Trailblazer: Diverse Attorney Pipeline Program

Note: The program is scheduled to beging promptly at 12 noon. Please feel free to arrive at 1130/1145 to find your seat and get your lunch. Thanks!

Host or Publisher J.L. Turner Legal Association