Jill Harrison Participates in Relay for Life of Seacoast

DTC Staffer, Jill Harrison, will participate in Relay for Life of Seacoast on Sunday, June 23, 2013 at Portsmouth High School.    Relay for Life began in May 1985, when Dr. Gordy Klatt walked and ran for 24 hours around a track in Tacoma, Washington, ultimately raising $27,000 to help the American Cancer Society fight the nation’s biggest health concern – cancer.  A year later, 340 supporters joined the overnight event. Since those first steps, the Relay For Life movement has grown into a worldwide phenomenon, raising more than $4 billion to fight cancer.  If you would like to learn more about Relay for Life or to make a donation click here.

DTC Sponsors American Independence Festival

On, July 20, the American Independence Museum and the Town of Exeter will celebrate America’s Freedom at the American Independence Festival.  Join the crowd escorting George Washington down Water Street, see the horseback delivery of the Declaration and listen to the public reading (complete with hecklers!), chat with historic role-players, step to the stirring music of the Lincoln Fife and Drum and delight in the maneuvers and cannon firings of militias.   Visit the Traditional New Hampshire artisans’ village, view the original Dunlap Broadside (one of 26 known copies in the world) and early drafts of the U.S. Constitution and stroll Swasey Parkway and Water Street to see local arts and crafts.  Enjoy plenty of food, music, sidewalk sales and children’s activities, then stay for the town’s evening fireworks and live band!  DTC is a proud sponsor of the Festival.  For more information on the Festival or the American Independence Museum click here.

Attorney Miller Attends Reception for Governor Hassen

hassenAttorney Kate Miller, Northeastern University School of Law, class of 1987, joined other New Hampshire alumni on May 28, 2013, at a reception in Bedford for New Hampshire Governor Maggie Hassen, class of 1985.

There was an excellent turn-out.  The Governor spoke about the uniquely New Hampshire process of law making, with such a large citizen legislature and, by and large, a high degree of collegiality.  Kate served as the first chair of the Northeastern University School of Law Regional Alumni Association in New Hampshire, which has grown from a small number to dozens of alums in recent years.

 

DTC Sponsors “Get Fit in May 5K”

get fit iin mayDTC sponsored the annual Exeter Elementary Schools’ PTO “Get Fit in May 5K Race and Fun Run” on Saturday May 18, 2013. It was a gorgeous, sunny day, and hundreds of runners and their families converged on Lincoln Street School for the annual road race. Attorneys Beth MacDonald (left) and Kate Miller (right) participated in the 5K race. Also running were Kate’s two daughters, Roz Jones, 17 and Marisa Jones, 14, who placed third in her age group.

DTC has a long history of support for the Exeter Elementary Schools. Attorney Charlie Tucker’s wife Jean Tucker, who is an educator specializing in teaching basic spoken and written language skills, has served on the Exeter Elementary School Board for many years. Attorneys Bob Derosier and Kate Miller also served on that School Board in the past. Funds raised at the PTO’s race are used to support educational enrichment programs coordinated with the curriculum in the Exeter Elementary Schools. Learn more at http://www.exeterelementarypto.org/

 

Attorney Pasay Participates in Law Day at Exeter High School

On Tuesday May 14, 2013, Attorney Pasay spent the day participating in Exeter High School’s “Law Day.” He had the opportunity to speak with Junior and Senior Government students about the recent Boston Marathon bombings. Drawing on his experience as a criminal lawyer in the Navy’s JAG Corps, the discussion was focused on criminal due process and the novel challenges and decisions our country faces when prosecuting U.S. citizens for terrorism – related crimes committed on U.S. soil. It was a spirited and interesting discussion!  For more on Exeter High School’s Law Day click here.

 

 

Attorney Donahue Receives “Loyal Order of the Rock” Award

Mike speech webOn May 16, 2013, 13 DTC attorneys attended the Rockingham County Bar Association’s Annual Meeting at Foster’s Downeast Clam Bake in York, Maine.   At the meeting, Attorney Mike Donahue received the “Loyal Order of the Rock” Award.  The Award is given to lawyers in Rockingham County who have practiced law for 30 years or more and who have demonstrated their love of the law, honorable and lifetime dedication to his clients, litigants, community and colleagues.  Congratulations, Mike!

Attorney Pasay Returns from Active Duty

Attorney Justin Pasay has just returned from two weeks of active duty in the United States Navy.  Attorney Pasay is a reserve Lieutenant in the U.S. Navy JAG Corps and served two weeks at the Region Legal Service Office Mid-Atlantic, Branch Office, Newport, Rhode Island.  While on active duty, Attorney Pasay served the legal needs of Sailors, Marines, Soldiers and Coast Guardsmen.