Jennifer Pizer The American Bar Association Commission on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity this week recognized Lambda Legal Chief Legal Officer Jennifer C.
Pizer with its Stonewall Award for “considerably advancing the legal professions of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender individuals and successfully championing LGBT legal causes.” Pizer was one of three lawyers recognized and will be honored alongside Judge Pamela K.
Chen and transgender activist Ellie Krug, at the 11th annual Stonewall Awards ceremony on Feb. 4, 2023, at the ABA Midyear Meeting in New Orleans.
Lambda Legal CEO Kevin Jennings applauded the recognition, saying, “For decades, Jenny has been keeping the spirit of the Stonewall riots alive, leading the charge for full civil rights for LGBTQ people and people living with HIV in the courtroom and court of public opinion.