CHICAGO (February 14, 2025) – In 2024, Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard once again recognized a Partner and Associate Attorney with awards in memory of late Partner Michael P. Schostok and late Associate Elizabeth R. Olszewski. Both attorneys led tremendous careers and are missed dearly by those who had the privilege to know and work with them. In addition to the annual attorney awards, the firm honors two support staff employees with the “Employee of the Year” award.
To determine the winners, Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C. asks attorneys and support staff to vote on who they believe should win “The Michael P. Schostok Excellence Award,” “The Elizabeth R. Olszewski Commitment Award,” and the Employee of the Year awards. This year, the Michael P. Schostok Excellence Award was awarded to Brian L. Salvi, the Elizabeth R. Olszewski Commitment Award was awarded to Jaclyn J. Kurth, and IT Director Cesar Salinas and legal assistant Suzanne Kusar were honored with the two Employee of the Year Awards. 2024 marked the second year both Mr. Salinas and Ms. Kusar received the honor.
The Michael P. Schostok Excellence Award honors a firm partner who possesses the highest standards of integrity, passion, and professionalism. The honoree will have recovered exceptional results for their clients, served as a mentor and coach to their peers, and helped others outside the firm through bar or community involvement.
The Elizabeth R. Olszewski Commitment Award recognizes an associate attorney who displays an exemplary work ethic, dedication to the legal profession, and commitment to professional advancement. The honoree will have been a valuable resource to firm partners, achieved exceptional results for their clients, and served others outside the firm through bar or community involvement.
The two Employee of the Year Awards are given to the top two support staff for their hard work, dedication, and passion for their job. The honorees will have been necessary components to the firm’s synergy, display a positive attitude, help others whenever possible, and make sure their work quality is above expectations.
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