In 2005 OMLA nominated member Stella Manabe, director of the Oregon State Bar's Affirmative Action Program for the Mercedes Deiz Award which celebrates a person's contributions to promoting minorities in the legal profession.
Here are some photos from the event which was held on March 11, 2005. Congratulations Stella!
Angel Lopez, past president of the Oregon State Bar, introduces Stella Manabe.
Enjoying the food and company at the OMLA tables
During her acceptance speech, Stella expressed herself in song
Stella shares a moment with Oregon Supreme Court Chief Justice Carson
Some members of the OMLA board with the woman of the hour!
Stella with some of the students she has helped, past and present.
