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Flora Pettit to Participate in Dominion Energy’s Green Power Program

January 15, 2020

Dominion Energy’s Green Power Program is one of more than 850 voluntary green pricing programs throughout the country that provide customers with a practical and economical way to support renewable energy and harness the benefits. By enrolling in this program, Dominion Energy will purchase Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) from regional wind, solar, and biomass facilities on our behalf. RECs enable individuals and organizations to channel funds to green power projects, mitigating the environmental impact of their energy use. Purchasing RECs also helps support future growth and production of new clean energy technologies. We are excited to participate in this program which will enable us to have a positive environmental impact in the communities where we live and work.

Richard Howard-Smith Honored with Election as a Fellow of the American Bar Foundation

January 14, 2020

Richard Howard-Smith has been honored with election as a Fellow of the American Bar Foundation, a global honorary society of attorneys, judges, law faculty, and legal scholars whose public and private careers have demonstrated outstanding dedication to the highest principles of the legal profession and to the welfare of their communities. The American Bar Foundation (ABF) is one of the world's leading research institutes for the empirical and interdisciplinary study of law. The ABF seeks to advance the understanding and improvement of law through research projects on issues facing the legal system in the United States and the world. Richard is proud to play a part in promoting justice and the study of law throughout the world.

Flora Pettit Was Pleased to Attend and Sponsor Harrisonburg-Rockingham Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Banquet & Awards Ceremony

January 13, 2020

Flora Pettit was a Platinum Table and a Program Sponsor for the HR Chamber’s Annual Banquet. Flora Pettit has always been a big supporter of the Chamber with several of its attorneys serving on the Board and Committees through the years. In fact, Cathy Welsh is a Past Chair of the Chamber. The Annual Banquet is always a great opportunity to see our many business clients who make practicing law in the Valley such a pleasure. Congrats to all of the award winners and the Chamber staff for another fantastic year.

Jennifer Harris Recognized as an “Unsung Legal Hero” by Virginia Lawyers Weekly

December 30, 2019

Flora Pettit is pleased to announce that Jennifer Harris of our firm was recognized as an “Unsung Legal Hero” by Virginia Lawyers Weekly. Jennifer has been a legal secretary for more than thirty years. She assists multiple attorneys at our firm, always in a professional manner. Jennifer's attention to detail, organization, and loyalty are just a few of the attributes that are exceptional and appreciated. Her dedication to our law firm and its clients are unparalleled. When asked what she enjoys most about her job, Jennifer replied, "I enjoy the challenges of litigation which are interesting and different every day. I also like helping clients and knowing how appreciative they are."

Jennifer Shirkey and Cathy Welsh Named Vice Chairs of the MS Dinner of Champions Honoring Jack Broaddus and Dr. Karen Wigginton

December 18, 2019

Flora Pettit is delighted to announce that Jennifer Shirkey and Cathy Welsh agreed to serve as Vice Chairs for the MS Dinner of Champions scheduled May 21, 2020, to honor Jack Broaddus (President and CEO, Sunnyside Communities) and Dr. Karen Wigginton (VP- Corporate Marketing and Communications, Sunnyside Communities.) The event provides an opportunity to thank these two community leaders and to raise money to help fight multiple sclerosis. To date, the Harrisonburg Dinner of Champions has raised more than $2.1 million to support local programs and fund MS research.

Flora Pettit Joins the United Way of Harrisonburg and Rockingham County in Its Greatest Needs Drive

December 17, 2019

Flora Pettit is pleased to join the United Way of Harrisonburg and Rockingham County and other local organizations in collecting the most needed items for nonprofits in our community. We are focusing on collecting paper products and hats and gloves for children to use this winter. We are always thankful for opportunities to make a difference in our community, and we are especially happy to participate during this holiday season. We will be dropping off donations to the United Way on December 20th.