Our Fellows Classes are comprised of outstanding attorneys throughout Ohio. Each class singles out a legal issue, and applies their collective expertise to find a solution. Fellows are selected by the OSBF every year, and being chosen is a widely recognized honor.
Membership in the Foundation is an honor extended only to lawyers whose careers have demonstrated their dedication to the highest ideals of the legal profession and the welfare of their community. Outstanding individuals from around the state are invited each year to become part of this select group.
Over the course of 18 months, our Fellows meet regularly to collaborate on a Class project and learn about the work of the Foundation. The project will further the Foundation’s mission of promoting public understanding of the law and improvements in the justice system throughout Ohio.
In addition, each Fellow pledges $2,500 to the Foundation payable over 10 years. Visit Projects to learn more about Fellows Class projects.
Keys to the Courtroom
Too often, individuals represent themselves in court—without the right tools. So the 2006 Fellows Class decided to do something about it. They created free brochures called “Keys to the Courtroom” that explain self-defense, and give legal tips in simple terms.
A summit on reentry initiatives in Ohio
Reentry Resources: Building Bridges
The 2008 Fellows Class organized a reentry summit to help raise awareness of options and opportunities for local reentry success - more than 200 attended. Topics included: health challenges, social justice concerns, funding opportunities, employment issues, plus success stories from two gentlemen who successfully reentered community life.
The post summit feedback was very positive: excellent agenda, superior presenters, learned new resources in the "neighbor to neighbor” break-out session, the "Home to Stay" session was "powerful and moving."
To learn more about the Fellows Classes contact Beth Gillespie at 614-487-4474.