ATTACHMENT “A”

I have been an exemplary member of the legal community for almost 30 years:

Education and Legal Experience 

I have practiced law for almost 30 years in the areas of environmental and commercial litigation. I was a director of the Litigation Section at the law firm McGlinchey Stafford, PLC, before becoming the founding and managing partner at the AV-rated firm of Rodney, Bordenave, Boykin, Bennette & Boyle, which became one of the most diverse  law firms in the United States.  I currently practice with the law firm of Rodney & Etter, LLC, which focuses on state and federal civil rights litigation, toxic tort class actions, businesd matters, and intellectual property. 

Involvement in the Legal Community

Throughout my legal career, I have exhibited a commitment to pro bono work, civil rights, issues of public health and justice, and the legal community in general.  My pro bono practice has focused on voting rights and community injustice. I have also been actively involved with a number of bar associations and committees throughout my legal career. I have represented individuals and Fortune 500 corporations.

My commitment to the legal profession has also earned me a number of honors and awards for my work, including:

Coalition for Leadership and Development “Trailblazer of the Year” Award 

Greater New Orleans Louis A. Martinet Legal Society, Inc.’s Louis A. Martinet Award 

National Bar Association’s Presidential Award (3 times)

UNCF Award for Recognition for Excellence and Achievement in the Legal Profession 

National Bar Association’s Presidential Award for “Outstanding Contribution to the Association” (1991)

National Bar Association’s President’s Compass Award (1990)

A.P. Tureaud Award for “Outstanding Service to the Legal Profession” (1989)

Louisiana State Bar Association Pro Bono Award (1988)

Civic and Volunteer Activities

Besides my activism and commitment within the legal community, I have also been extensively involved in my community through numerous civic and volunteer activities, including:

Board Member, Jackson State University Development Foundation Board of Directors 

Honorary Consul for Suriname 

Member, Regional Chamber Board of Directors, New Orleans Regional Chamber of Commerce 

Chair, Downtown Development District 

Member, Board of Directors of the World Trade Center 

Board Member, Committee for a Better New Orleans 

Board of Directors of the Arts Council of New Orleans 

Member, United States Jazz Commission 

Member, Board of Directors of the Louisiana State Museum Foundation 

Board Member, Bureau of Governmental Research 

Commissioner, Board of Commissioners of the Orleans Levee District 

Board Member, Metropolitan Area Commission 

Board Member, Audubon Park Commission Legal Committee 

Vice Chairman, New Orleans Aquarium of the Americas