Local Deputy Prosecutor Sarah Brinkley Wins State Award
A local deputy prosecutor recently earned state recognition after she was named this year’s Outstanding Young Lawyer through the Indiana State Bar Association.
Sarah Brinkley, who moved to Evansville this year, was chosen by the Young Lawyers Section and nominated based on her dedication and professionalism.
“[Sarah] is not only intelligent, hard-working and dedicated, but has the ability to deal with opposing counsel in a manner that is respectful and pleasant,†according to an excerpt from an anonymous nomination. “She is not cut from the ‘win at all costs’ mold that so many attorneys seem to believe the practice of law should be, but rather practices a type of law where congeniality and professionalism means opposing counsel is not your enemy.â€
The recipient of the award is given once a year to a single young lawyer practicing in Indiana. Nominated candidates must exemplify the virtues embodied in the oath required of all Indiana attorneys when admitted to the bar and also must be under 36 years old or have less than six years of legal experience. He or she is selected by the ISBA Young Lawyers Section Awards and Scholarship Committee.
“This award is an amazing honor,†Sarah said. “I am so thankful and appreciative to be recognized as the recipient.â€
Sarah, who graduated from Indiana University’s Robert H. McKinney School of Law, previously held a deputy prosecutor position in La Porte County before moving to Vanderburgh County. She now prosecutes defendants who commit Level 5 and 6 felonies.
Sarah will be honored at an awards luncheon at the Conrad Hotel in downtown Indianapolis on Sept. 9.
