BAMSL will celebrate Law Day 2026 on Friday, May 1, with its Annual Meeting and Awards Ceremony. The event brings together members of the legal community to honor the rule of law, recognize outstanding service, and usher in a new chapter of leadership with the official swearing-in of BAMSL’s incoming president and board of governors. 

BAMSL is proud to recognize this year’s class of honorees: 

• Bob Tomaso will receive the Hon. E. Richard Webber Distinguished Lawyer Award. This annual award is presented to a lawyer who has demonstrated exceptional professional achievement, integrity, and dedication to the advancement of the legal profession. Tomaso is a past president of BAMSL and has been a pillar of support and leadership within the St. Louis community. 
• Hon. Anne-Marie Clarke (ret.) will receive the Ronda F. Williams Community Awareness Award, which recognizes contributions to the community to improve diversity and awareness. Judge Clarke has played a key role in BAMSL’s diversity initiatives.
• Amy Diemer will be honored with the Community Service Award for her dedicated work with BAMSL’s Pro Bono Committee and charitable efforts.
• Courtney Chen, Karen Jordan, Matt Reh, Hon. Jason Sengheiser and Mavis Thompson will each receive President’s Outstanding Service Awards in recognition of their exceptional service to BAMSL over the past year. Their leadership and contributions such as building member participation and strengthening BAMSL’s programs, have made a lasting impact. 

Additional award honorees TBA.