Feeding the Future: How a Week of Generosity Energized Guilford County’s Court Clerks During eCourts Launch

Adam W. Arthur, a dedicated local attorney, played a pivotal role in supporting the Guilford County Clerk of Court’s office during its transition to the eCourts system back in April. Recognizing the immense pressure on the clerks during this significant advancement, Arthur spearheaded a fundraising initiative, rallying fellow attorneys to contribute funds for providing meals and refreshments to the Clerk’s office throughout the week. His leadership and commitment ensured that the clerks received much-needed support and comfort, reflecting the legal community’s appreciation for their hard work and dedication. Arthur’s efforts not only alleviated the clerks’ stress, but also fostered a sense of unity and camaraderie during a pivotal moment for the court system.  The following is a message from attorney Arthur:

“Thank you to all who generously contributed to the joint efforts to show support and appreciation to the Assistant and Deputy Clerks of Court in Guilford County as the largest components of eCourts went live in Guilford County on April 28. As a result our collective efforts, we were able to provide an ENTIRE WEEK of meals to all 150+ clerks, which included a lunch of pizza and salad on Sunday, a breakfast of bagels, cream cheese, fruit, and other items on Tuesday, a boxed Chick-fil-a lunch on Wednesday, a catered pasta and salad lunch on Thursday, and a boxed Apple Spice lunch on Friday (AOC/State provided lunch on Monday). In addition, we were able to provide a bountiful amount of snacks, candy, sodas, coffee, and bottle water for the entire week and beyond. The Go-Live week was capped off by an afternoon Ice Cream snack on Friday for all of the clerks.

As a result of your timely contributions, we were able to advise the clerks in advance of our precise plan to provide them with meals and refreshments throughout week. Numerous clerks relayed to me that our efforts helped them reduce their stress, as they did not have to think about nor plan for how they would get lunch and also provided them with comfort and respite when they were able to step away for a moment to have a break. It was abundantly clear to me that the court clerks in Guilford County felt the support and appreciation we collectively intended to display. Not only was your generosity toward our court clerks recognized by the clerks receiving it, numerous personnel from the Administrative Office of Courts took especial note of the abundance of our collective efforts. 

A special thanks to our elected Clerk of Superior Court, the Hon. Lisa Johnson-Tonkins, for allowing our efforts to take place inside of her office; for finding space to accommodate the large deliveries of food, drink, and refreshments; and for accommodating me and the team of folks who made numerous deliveries.   

I would like to recognize and thank the following individuals and law firms who contributed to our joint efforts to show support and appreciation to the Assistant and Deputy Clerks of Court in Guilford County as Enterprise Justice was launched in Guilford County.”

Individuals

Adam W. Arthur, Esq. Erin Bailey, Esq. Catherine Benton Emily Carico, Esq. Bill Causey, Esq. Jennifer Chilton, NCCP Jeanna Cooper, Esq. Rebecca Costello, Esq. Jon Csuka, Esq. Michele Cybulski, Esq. Jaren Dickerson, Esq. Joe Floyd II, Esq. Steve Foskett, Esq. Jack Green, Esq. Kevin Gorham, Esq. Jason Hicks, Esq. Lora Howard, Esq. Ronnie Ingle, Esq. Marc Isaacson, Esq. Brad Jacobs, Esq. Connie Jacobs, Esq. Margaret Kantlehner, Esq.

John W. Kirkman Jr. Jason Keith, Esq. Adam Kerr, Esq. Hillary Kies, Esq. Alex Kreager, Esq. Kathryn Lindley, Esq. Tom Maddox, Esq. Dean Michaux, Esq. Brett Moore, Esq. Kathleen Nix, Esq. Afi Johnson-Paris, Esq. Tom Roupas, Esq. Stephen M. Russell, Jr., Esq. Melissa Sams, Esq. Loch Saslow, Esq. Marcus Shields, Esq. Sam Spagnola, Esq. Jackie Stanley, Esq. Theodora Vaporis, Esq. Chuck Winfree, Esq. Barbara Washington, Esq.

Law Firms

Arthur & Kirkman PLLC Bullock, Clay & Furr PLLC Chapman & Roberts Law Office of Cheryl David The Elderlaw Firm Garrett & Walker PLLC Gray Legal Greensboro Law Center Molly N. Howard Law Office PC Kreider Law

Keziah Gates Law Firm Carolinas McAllister, Aldridge, & Kreinbrink PLLC McPherson & Mills Morgenstern & Associates Rossabi Law Partners Sigmon Klein PLLC Spidell Family Law Turning Point Litigation

Judges

Superior Court Judge Lora Cubbage Superior Court Judge Tonia Cutchin District Court Judge Bill Davis District Court Judge Angela B. Fox District Court Judge Tabatha Holliday District Court Judge Caroline Pemberton”