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MS HR87
Resolution
Status
Passed
4/1/2014
Primary Sponsor
Jeffrey Smith
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AI Summary
- Commends Mr. Richard Burdine for his distinguished career as one of Mississippi's oldest living African-American attorneys and his contributions to the state's legal community
- Recognizes Burdine's early inspiration at age 13 when he assisted his father in negotiating a timber contract, which revealed his aptitude for law and language
- Acknowledges Burdine's perseverance in building an illustrious legal career through general practice and criminal defense specialization despite facing segregation, discrimination, and systemic injustice in Mississippi's legal system
- Commends Burdine's successful representation of poor African-American and White clients for over three decades, often for little or no compensation, earning him recognition as "the people's lawyer"
- Directs distribution of the resolution to Attorney Richard Burdine and members of the Capitol Press Corps
Legislative Description
Attorney Mr. Richard Burdine;commend historical legacy and esteemed service as a distinguished member of the MS legal community.
Last Action
Enrolled Bill Signed
4/1/2014
Committee Referrals
Rules3/29/2014
Full Bill Text
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