
Our Officers
President's Message

Channing Hawkins
President
Dear Friends and Colleagues,
It is an honor to serve as President of the Richard T. Fields Bar Association. As we continue our work, I am inspired by the dedication of our past leaders, the energy of our volunteers, and the commitment of our members who make this Association a vibrant and meaningful part of our community.
This year, our theme,“Elevate: Advancing Equity, Justice, and Leadership,” reminds us that progress is never achieved alone. True elevation happens when we lift each other up, support our communities, and expand opportunities for the next generation. From our SOAR initiative, which equips young people and communities with tools to navigate interactions with law enforcement, to our scholarship and mentorship programs for aspiring law students, we are committed to fostering growth, fairness, and inclusion.
We are also excited to offer a full calendar of events designed to engage, connect, and inspire. From our General Body Meetings every fourth Tuesday of the month to our Annual Judicial Mixer and Awards Installation, as well as other community service initiatives and signature celebrations, these events give us opportunities to learn, collaborate, and give back while strengthening the bonds within our Association.
Through programs like Mock Trial, under the banner of Richard T. Fields, we prepare young people to see themselves as future leaders and advocates. Our mentorship and scholarship initiatives reaffirm to every aspiring law student: you belong here, and your voice matters in shaping the future of justice.
I look forward to welcoming you to our events, connecting with you in our meetings, and working alongside you as we honor the legacy of Justice Richard T. Fields and continue to advance equity, justice, and leadership in our community. Together, we rise.
With Gratitude,
Channing Hawkins
President, Richard T. Fields Bar Association
2025-2026 Term
Channing Hawkins
Officers

Kizuwanda Walton
Immediate Past President


Karl Leonard Hicks
Treasurer
S. Alfonso Smith
Secretary



Tamara Ross
Board Member At Large
Paulette Gray
Board Member At Large
Ashlee Poullard
Board Member At Large


Damien Robbins
Board Member At Large
Judge Margery L. Melvin
Board Member At Large
Judge Joshlyn Pulliam
Judicial Liason
