The Greater Cleveland Bench-Bar Memorial Program is a longstanding tradition that brings the legal community together to remember and reflect on the lives of lawyers and judges who have passed away.
Each year, members of the bench and bar gather in a shared moment of respect to recognize the professional contributions, character, and impact of those we have lost. Through this program, we acknowledge not only their work in the law, but the role they played in shaping our courts, our profession, and our community.
This program serves as more than a remembrance. It is an opportunity to pause, reflect, and reconnect with the shared values of the legal profession.
It is a reminder of the dedication, service, and integrity that define the work of lawyers and judges across Cleveland and Cuyahoga County
The Bench-Bar Memorial Program is held annually and is open to all who wish to attend.
Details for the next program, including date, time, and location, will be shared as they become available.
Each year’s program recognizes members of the legal profession who passed away in the preceding year.
A full list of honorees is shared in the annual program and during the service.
For more information about the Bench-Bar Memorial Program, please contact the CMBA team.
