LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Michael Catalinotto upon the occasion of
his designation as recipient of the Daniel Mahoney Memorial Award by the
Capital District Trial Lawyers Association

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize that the
quality and character of life in the communities across New York State
are enhanced by the concerned and dedicated efforts of individuals that
generously contribute to the welfare of the community and its citizenry;
and
WHEREAS, It is also the custom of this Legislative Body to acknowledge
outstanding individuals whose professional lives, personal endeavors and
community service are an example and inspiration to their colleagues,
friends, and family; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Michael Catalinotto upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of
the Daniel Mahoney Memorial Award by the Capital District Trial Lawyers
Association; this auspicious occasion will be celebrated at the Associ-
ation's Annual Awards Dinner, to be held on Thursday, June 3, 2010; and
WHEREAS, The Daniel Mahoney Memorial Award is presented annually in
memory of the founder of the Capital District Trial Lawyers Association
to an attorney who demonstrates outstanding commitment and service to
his clients, the bar, and profession, and to the perpetuation of the
work of the "shirt sleeve lawyer"; and
WHEREAS, A resident of Ulster County, Michael Catalinotto is the 2010
recipient of the prestigious Daniel Mahoney Memorial Award by the Capi-
tal District Trial Lawyers Association for his outstanding professional-
ism; and
WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of his professional and communi-
ty service, a period of constructive involvement, Michael Catalinotto
has stood constant in dignity, good grace and humor, and has earned the
respect and admiration of his colleagues, family and friends; and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individ-
ual for the benefit of others which Michael Catalinotto has displayed
throughout his life; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when individ-
uals of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our atten-
tion, they should be recognized by all the citizens of this great Empire
State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Michael Catalinotto upon the occasion of his designation as recip-
ient of the Daniel Mahoney Memorial Award by the Capital District Trial
Lawyers Association; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Michael Catalinotto.