Chair of IrishCentral and the honorees, including Bruce Morrison, at the 2024 Legal Elite Awards.Nuala Purcell

The 2024 IrishCentral Legal Elite Awards was a memorable evening, gathering the Irish-American legal community at the historic American Irish Historical Society. Chaired by Liam Lynch, the event celebrated exemplary legal professionals for their dedication to justice, community, and Irish heritage.

Lynch’s opening address honored the event’s keynote speaker, Congressman Bruce Morrison, lauding his contributions to immigration reform and Irish-American advocacy. Morrison’s keynote highlighted the need for unity and resilience within the diaspora.

Honorees included Darren Moore, Jennifer Frankola, John Stahl, Elliot Beard, Kevin Kilduff, and J.P. Duffy IV, each recognized for their impactful contributions to the legal field and the Irish community.

Lynch concluded the awards with thanks to the event’s sponsors, inviting guests to join in IrishCentral’s ongoing community efforts.

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Chair of IrishCentral Liam Lynch honors Bruce Morrison with a Lifetime Achievement Award.

Lawyer of the Year, J.P. Duffy IV

International Lawyer of the Year, Kevin Kilduff

Corporate Counsel Leadership Champion of the Year, Elliot Beard

Community Champion of the Year, John Stahl

Outstanding Service Champion of the Year, Jennifer Frankola

Ecosystem Engagement Champion of the Year, Darren Moore

Keynote speaker Bruce Morrison.

Jennifer Frankola Crawford and her family.

Networking at the beautiful American Irish Historical Society.

The Rooney Law Team.

Guests enjoying the Legal Elite Awards.