Golden Rule Award 3rd Quarter Mark Schwebke

The TCBA is pleased to announce that Mark Schwebke is the Golden Rule Award winner for the third quarter.

Mark has been integral to the Foundation’s Law Day efforts for over a decade. Not only does he serve as a volunteer for Ask-a-Lawyer, but he also volunteers for the entire 12 hours every year. He also assists with the committee’s mock trial efforts and often serves as a judge for the OBA state mock trial competitions. One claim to fame is that he presided over ten mock trials during a six-week period.

Mark has spent the last 15 years serving as an associate judge for Tulsa Municipal Court and is known as the judge the city can call in any emergency. He is known for his calm demeanor and strong ethics.

Please see page 16 for an important Award Nominations Notice

Award Criteria

The Golden Rule award is given to lawyers who make outstanding contributions to their professions, have the highest of ideals, and are willing to mentor to those with less experience. Criteria for Award:

1. Recognizes the ethical and professional obligations as an officer of the court, as well as the spirit and intent of the Rules of Professional Conduct.

2. Practices ethically and honestly and is true to his/her word.

3. Strives for the traditional goals of moral excellence.

4. Exhibits the highest standards of fairness and integrity.

5. Sets a model example for conduct with members of the Bar and the Judiciary, not only by words but more importantly deeds.

6. Is civil, courteous and respectful towards the court and his/ her opponents.

7. Is loyal to his/her client without trickery and deception and without using abusive practices or misleading the court or opposing counsel.

8. Avoids the temptation to make his/her client’s case into a personal vendetta.

9. Conducts himself/herself in a manner that improves the image of the legal profession in the eyes of the public.