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RECIPIENTS OF THE 65 th ANNUAL ATTORNEY GENERAL'S AWARDS THE ATTORNEY GENERAL'S DAVID MARGOLIS AWARD FOR EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE This is the Department's highest award for employee performance. One Exceptional Service Award is presented this year. AWARD: Exceptional Achievements in the Investigation and Prosecution of Trinitarios Gang Members Nola B. Heller Sarah R. Krissoff Matthew J. Laroche Michael D. Maimin Rachel Maimin Micah WJ Smith Assistant U.S. Attorneys Darci Brady Paralegal Specialist U.S. Attorney's Office Southern District of New York Andrew J. Daher Kenneth G. Crotty Special Agents New York Field Division Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives William D. Melodick Special Agent Dallas Field Division Moises Walters Special Agent New York Field Division Drug Enforcement Administration Paul H. Pasuco Special Agent Homeland Security Investigations U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Paul Jeselson Pedro Alfonso John Urena Detectives New York City Police Department RECIPIENTS:

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RECIPIENTS OF THE65th ANNUAL ATTORNEY GENERAL'S AWARDS

THE ATTORNEY GENERAL'S DAVID MARGOLIS AWARD FOREXCEPTIONAL SERVICE

This is the Department's highest award for employee performance. One ExceptionalService Award is presented this year.

AWARD: Exceptional Achievements in the Investigation andProsecution of Trinitarios Gang MembersNola B. HellerSarah R. KrissoffMatthew J. LarocheMichael D. MaiminRachel MaiminMicah WJ SmithAssistant U.S. AttorneysDarci BradyParalegal SpecialistU.S. Attorney's OfficeSouthern District of New YorkAndrew J. DaherKenneth G. CrottySpecial AgentsNew York Field DivisionBureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and ExplosivesWilliam D. MelodickSpecial AgentDallas Field DivisionMoises WaltersSpecial AgentNew York Field DivisionDrug Enforcement AdministrationPaul H. PasucoSpecial AgentHomeland Security InvestigationsU.S. Immigration and Customs EnforcementPaul JeselsonPedro AlfonsoJohn UrenaDetectivesNew York City Police Department

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AWARD: Dedication to Duty During the Apprehension of aDangerous FugitivePatrick T. Carothers (posthumous)Deputy CommanderRamiro Suarez, Jr.Supervisory Criminal InvestigatorJames F. TurnerCriminal InvestigatorRobert C. DohertyDeputy U. S. MarshalSouthern District of GeorgiaU.S. Marshals Service

THE ATTORNEY GENERAL'S AWARD FOR EXCEPTIONAL HEROISM

This award recognizes an extraordinary act of courage and voluntary risk of life duringthe performance of official duties. One Exceptional Heroism Award is presented thisyear.

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EDWARD H. LEVI AWARD FOR OUTSTANDING PROFESSIONALISM ANDEXEMPLARY INTEGRITY

The Edward H. Levi Award for Outstanding Professionalism and Exemplary Integrity ispresented to pay tribute to the memory and achievements of former Attorney GeneralEdward H. Levi, whose career as an attorney, law professor and dean, and public servantexemplified these qualities in the best traditions of the Department. One Edward H. LeviAward is presented this year.

AWARD: Exemplary Service to the Executive Office for U.S.Attorneys and the U.S. Department of JusticeThomas C. StahlAssistant U.S. AttorneyU.S. Attorney's OfficeSouthern District of California

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MARY C. LAWTON LIFETIME SERVICE AWARD

This award recognizes employees who have served at least 20 years in the Departmentand who have demonstrated high standards of excellence and dedication throughout theircareers. This award is presented only in exceptional circumstances to those individualsof special merit and is not awarded to express general appreciation for tenure alone. OneMary C. Lawton Award is presented this year.

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AWARD: Exceptional Contributions and Leadership to the TaxDivision and the U.S. Department of JusticeD. Patrick MullarkeyChiefCivil Trial Section, Northern RegionTax Division

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THE WILLIAM FRENCH SMITH AWARD FOR OUTSTANDINGCONTRIBUTIONS TO COOPERATIVE LAW ENFORCEMENT

The William French Smith Award for Outstanding Contributions to Cooperative LawEnforcement recognizes State and local law enforcement officials who have madesignificant contributions to cooperative law enforcement endeavors. One William FrenchSmith Award is presented this year.

AWARD: Outstanding Contributions as an Emergency MedicalTechnicianJason P. HarmsenLieutenantClayton County Fire Department

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THE ATTORNEY GENERAL'S AWARD FOR MERITORIOUS PUBLICSERVICE

This award is the top public service award granted by the Department and is designed torecognize the most significant contributions of citizens and organizations that haveassisted the Department in the accomplishment of its mission and objectives. OneMeritorious Public Service Awards is presented this year.

AWARD: Sustained Dedication to the Justice Prisoner and AlienTransportation System ProgramCharles HuddlestonRegistered NurseU.S. Public Health ServiceU.S. Department of Health and Human Services

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THE ATTORNEY GENERAL'S AWARD FOR DISTINGUISHED SERVICE

This is the Department's second highest award for employee performance. ThirteenDistinguished Service Awards are presented this year.

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AWARD: Successful Creation of Government Program for theDisposal of Firearms and AmmunitionWilliam C. MetcalfEric T. MillerJorge A. RosendoGilbert SalinasSpecial AgentsBrian T. AndrewsWanda L. BossaProgram AnalystsAsset Forfeiture and Seized Property DivisionBureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives

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Distinguished Work to Block Merger of Aetna, Inc. andHumana, Inc.EricJ. MahrDirector of LitigationOffice of the Assistant Attorney GeneralPeter J. MucchettiSection ChiefRyan M. KantorAssistant Section ChiefJustin T. HeippBarry J. JoyceEric D. WelshTrial AttorneysLitigation I SectionYvette F. TarlovAssistant Section ChiefCraig W. ConrathMiriam R. VishioTrial AttorneysLitigation III SectionDylan M. CarsonTrial AttorneyTelecommunications and Media Enforcement SectionPatricia L. SindelTrial AttorneyNetworks and Technology Enforcement SectionNicholas D. HillAssistant Section ChiefHelen C. KnudsenEconomistCompetition Policy Section

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AWARD:RECIPIENTS:

Outstanding Work in United States v. Dylann RoofStephen J. CurranSpecial Litigation CounselMaryJ. HahnTrial AttorneyEric N. PeffleyEqual Opportunity SpecialistCriminal SectionCivil Rights DivisionRichard E. BurnsSupervisory Trial AttorneyCapital Case SectionCriminal DivisionJulius (Jay) N. RichardsonNathan WilliamsAssistant U.S. AttorneysClarissa WhaleyVictim/Witness AdvocateGail BakerParalegalU.S. Attorney's OfficeDistrict of South CarolinaJoseph HamskiSpecial AgentColumbia Field OfficeFederal Bureau ofInvestigation

Dimitry MezhvinskyEconomistEconomic Litigation SectionPatrick M. KuhlmannAttorney-AdvisorLegal Policy SectionAntitrust Division

AWARD: Exceptional Contributions and Leadership to the CivilDivision and the u.S. Department of JusticeSharon M. SwingleAssistant DirectorAppellate StaffCivil Division

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AWARD: Outstanding Achievements in United States v. NathanielHarris, et al.Marty Ann WoelfleTrial AttorneyOrganized Crime and Gang SectionCriminal DivisionNatalie Hirt AdamsChristopher F. MurrayAssistant U.S. AttorneysAbbey M. HicksAdministrative SpecialistU.S. Attorney's OfficeMiddle District of FloridaYannick J. DesLauriersMelinda G. SearsSpecial AgentsTampa Field DivisionBureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives

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Extraordinary Wark in United States v. Castillo-SerranoDana A. MulhauserTrial AttorneyCriminal SectionCivil Rights DivisionChelsea S. RiceAssistant U.S. AttorneyU.S. Attorney's OfficeNorthern District of Ohio

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Distinguished Achievement Revising the UniformAppraisal Standards {or Federal Land Acquisitions BookBrian M. HollyChief AppraiserGeorgia GarthwaiteActing Division Counsel for Title Matters LandAcquisition SectionEnvironment and Natural Resources Division

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Outstanding Work in Operation JavelinWilliam M. SloanMary K. DalyAssistant U.S. AttorneysU.S. Attorney's OfficeEastern District of Virginia

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AWARD: Implementation of Crisis Operations During ForeignMilitary Coup D'etat AttemptMichael R. HickokJohn Phillips IIISupervisory Special AgentsAdrienne HumphreysLegat Operations AssistantLegat AnkaraFederal Bureau of Investigation

Bronwyn P. HaleySupervisory Special AgentOffice of Professional ResponsibilityDrug Enforcement AdministrationMark D. RemilySpecial AgentWendi Y.M. MarkleIntelligence AnalystBryan D. WilhiteSupervisory Special AgentWashington Field OfficeFederal Bureau of InvestigationEdmund J. KellyAssistant Special Agent in ChargeBureau of Criminal InvestigationVirginia State Police

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Dedicated Service to Investigate and Prosecute HateCrimesJenelle JanabajalSpecial AgentHouston Field OfficeFederal Bureau of Investigation

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AWARD: Exceptional Investigative Work Related to the Misuse ofFederal Grant FundsKenneth R. DieffenbachAssistant Special Agent in ChargeElizabeth P. GontarekSenior Forensic AuditorInvestigations DivisionValerie D. JesuitAuditorThomas O. PuerzerRegional Audit Manager

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Distinguished Service to Support the Nomination ofAssociate Supreme Court Justice Neil GorsuchLaurence E. RothenbergDeputy Assistant Attorney GeneralRyan K. HigginbothamSenior CounselLola A. KingoNomination CounselOffice of Legal PolicyElliott M. DavisTrial AttorneyTorts BranchAlice S. LaCourTrial AttorneyFederal BranchCivil DivisionGustav W. EylerTrial AttorneyFraud SectionSean W. O'DonnellTrial AttorneyBank Integrity UnitCriminal DivisionEric TungAssistant U.S. AttorneyU.S. Attorney's OfficeCentral District of CaliforniaPatrick J. BumatayAssistant U.S. AttorneyU.S. Attorney's OfficeSouthern District of CaliforniaPatrick J. UrdaAttorneyAppellate SectionTax Division

Nicola L. WhiteheadAssistant Regional Audit ManagerJoelle K. WolfProgram AnalystAudit DivisionOffice of the Inspector General

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Courageous Acts During the Arrest of a DangerousFugitiveTroy J. SchusterSupervisory Deputy U.S. MarshalJeffrey D. AndrewRomel J. SinclairJerry VieraDeputy U.S. MarshalsDistrict of KansasU.S. Marshals ServiceStewart BloomfieldSpecial AgentKansas City DivisionFederal Bureau of InvestigationJohn R. PetersonDeputy SheriffShawnee County Sheriff's OfficeAnthony ObregonPatrick A. SalmonPolice OfficersTopeka Police Department

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THE ATTORNEY GENERAL'S AWARD FOR EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE ININDIAN COUNTRY

This award recognizes extraordinary efforts by DO] employees that demonstrate theDepartment's commitment to fight crime in Indian Country. Two Exceptional Service inIndian Country Awards are presented this year.

RECIPIENT:

Outstanding Dedication to Lowering Crime Rates in IndianCountryGregg S. PetermanAssistant U.S. AttorneyU.S. Attorney's OfficeDistrict of South Dakota

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AWARD: Dedication to Investigating Sex Offender Cases in IndianCountryStephen E. HoughtalingSupervisory Deputy U.S. MarshalMatthew M. MechaleyJeffrey J. RasmussenCole S. WillnerdDeputy U.S. MarshalsDistrict of South DakotaU.S. Marshals Service

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THE ATTORNEY GENERAL'S AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN LAWENFORCEMENT

This award recognizes outstanding professional achievements by law enforcementofficers of the Department. Two Excellence in Law Enforcement Awards are presentedthis year.

AWARD: Successful Investigation and Prosecution of s Drug andHuman Trafficking OrganizationAllen P. PackGregory J. SmithSteven T. FogartySpecial AgentsFederal Bureau of InvestigationTed S. FranciscoMichelle L. EvansSpecial AgentsHomeland Security InvestigationsU.S. Immigration and Customs EnforcementU.S. Department of Homeland SecurityCarl R. Walker, Jr.Special AgentTennessee Bureau of InvestigationSollie W. Rabun IIITrooperTennessee Highway PatrolPatrick L. WhiteCaptainElizabethton Police Department

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Extraordinary Work in Operation True BlueRobert J. BohlsSupervisory Special AgentLas Vegas Field OfficeJoseph GassSpecial AgentMinneapolis Field OfficeKatie HardingBrenan L. OliverSpecial AgentsNancy M. StoutOperational Support Technician

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AWARD: Exemplary Leadership in Management of the CriminalDivision's Health Care Fraud UnitJoseph S. BeemsterboerChiefHealth Care Fraud UnitFraud SectionCriminal Division

Susan VanmouwerikStaff Operations SpecialistSan Diego Field OfficeFederal Bureau of InvestigationKai MandellehDetectiveEI Cajon Police Department

THE ATTORNEY GENERAL'S AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE INMANAGEMENT

This award recognizes outstanding administrative or managerial achievements whichhave significantly improved operations, productivity, or reduced costs. One Excellencein Management Award is presented this year.

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THE ATTORNEY GENERAL'S AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE ININFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

This award recognizes outstanding achievements in applying information technology toimprove operations and productivity, reduce or avoid costs, and solve problems. OneExcellence in Information Technology Award is presented this year.

RECIPIENTS:

Distinguished Service to Address the Impact of CyberIntrusionBenjamin A. ElliottBrad T. ForresterJ. Scott LedfordAdam MaddockDavid MartinChris S. RobbinsMichael D. ThomasSupervisory Special AgentsRussell HandorfComputer ScientistShavonne R. CassidyManagement and Program AnalystCyber Division

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Patrick A. BuxtonMechanical EngineerOperational Technology DivisionMichael F. HorkaSpecial AgentTraining DivisionFederal Bureau of Investigation

THE ATTORNEY GENERAL'S AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE INFURTHERING THE INTERESTS OF U.S. NATIONAL SECURITY

This award recognizes outstanding achievements and contributions towards protectingU.S. National security. Two Excellence in Furthering the Interests of U.S. NationalSecurity Awards are presented this year.

AWARD: Exceptional Law Enforcement Response to Protect theNationDeirdre Z. EliotPatrick R. FitzgeraldChristopher D. GriggMelanie A. HansonJay H. RobinsonAssistant U.S. AttorneysU.S. Attorney's OfficeCentral District of CaliforniaAdam D. EkstromResident Agent in ChargeLos Angeles Field OfficeBureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and ExplosivesChristopher PluharSupervisory Special AgentJoel T. AndersonMartin E. BurryNathan T. EliasTheodore C. NevattPatrick M. RaceThomas J. Ropel IIISpecial AgentsLos Angeles Field OfficeFederal Bureau of InvestigationMatthew F. BlueC. Alexandria BogleTrial AttorneysCounterterrorism SectionNational Security Division

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AWARD: Successful Implementation of Investigative Techniques toCombat TerrorismAdam J. CohenGeneral AttorneyOffice of the General CounselMarc H. BeaucheminJeffrey A. BerkebileJeffrey J. WaiterSupervisory Special AgentsVanessa BoppJoseph DaughtryIntelligence AnalystsCounterterrorism DivisionGarth HarbisonIntelligence AnalystDirectorate of IntelligenceThomas R. OlohanSupervisory Special AgentWilliam BuffingtonKevin M. GallagherTracy J. MinnichSpecial AgentsLyndsi A. MaciowBrittany MasonStaff Operations SpecialistsWashington Field OfficeDavid W. ZimmermannSupervisory Special AgentLegal Attache LondonFederal Bureau of InvestigationAndrea J. KochIntelligence AnalystCounterterrorism DivisionNational Security AgencyFederal Bureau of Investigation

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THE ATTORNEY GENERAL'S AWARD FOR EQUAL EMPLOYMENTOPPORTUNITY

This is the Department's highest award for performance in support of the EqualEmployment Opportunity program. One Equal Employment Opportunity Award ispresented this year.

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Outstanding Paralegal Support to the U.S. Attorney'sOffice - District of Puerto RicoCristzayda Matos CarrionSupervisory Paralegal SpecialistU.S. Attorney's OfficeDistrict of Puerto Rico

AWARD: Outstanding Leadership in Equal Employment Opportunityand Diversity at the U.S. Department of JusticeRobert BrandtCharlotta L. Allen-BrownChief Deputy U.S. MarshalsDarnell O. SimsAssistant Chief Deputy U.S. MarshalAndrew A. GrilloTina L. HallSteven J. SolomonGrace M. Rivera-KulianMichael E. Harger IIBrian M. HorvathAmanda R. LewisJustin M. ReaganDeputy U.S. MarshalsDistrict of Columbia Superior CourtU.S. Marshals Service

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THE ATTORNEY GENERAL'S AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN LEGALSUPPORT

This award is designed to recognize outstanding achievements in the field of legalsupport to attorneys by paralegal specialists and other legal assistants. Two Excellence inLegal Support A wards are presented this year.

PARALEGAL CATEGORY

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LEGAL SUPPORT CATEGORY

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Outstanding and Sustained Dedication and Contributions tothe Environment and Natural Resources DivisionTawana S. McCoy-SmithLegal Administrative SpecialistEnvironmental Defense SectionEnvironment and Natural Resources Division

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THE ATTORNEY GENERAL'S AWARD FOR ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT

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Significant Contributions to the Professional Responsibilityof Department AttorneysRaymond C. HurleySenior Associate CounselOffice of Professional Responsibility

This award recognizes outstanding performance in administrative or managerial supportby administrative employees or secretaries. Two Excellence in Administrative SupportAwards are presented this year.

ADMINISTRATIVE CATEGORY

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Exemplary Leadership and Support to the Civil RightsDivisionCarmen E. RomeroSupervisory Equal Opportunity SpecialistDisability Rights SectionCivil Rights Division

SECRETARIAL CATEGORY

AWARD: Sustained Dedication and Exceptional Contributions to theEnvironment and Natural Resources DivisionGail P. RobinsonLegal Administrative SpecialistIndian Resources SectionEnvironment and Natural Resources Division

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CLAUDIA J. FL YNN AWARD FOR PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITY

This award recognizes a Department attorney who has made significant contributions inthe area of professional responsibility by successfully handling a sensitive andchallenging professional responsibility issue in an exemplary fashion and/or leadingefforts to ensure that Department attorneys carry out their duties in accordance with therules of professional conduct. One Claudia J. Flynn Award is presented this year.

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THE ATTORNEY GENERAL'S AWARD FOR OUTSTANDING SERVICE INFREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT ADMINISTRATION

This award recognizes exceptional dedication and effort to the implementation of theFreedom of Information Act. One Outstanding Service in Freedom of Information ActAdministration Award is presented this year.

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Outstanding Contributions to the u.s. Department ofJustice FOIA ProgramAmber B. BlahaAssistant Section ChiefLaw and Policy SectionEnvironment and Natural Resources Division

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THE ATTORNEY GENERAL'S AWARD FOR FRAUD PREVENTION

This award recognizes exceptional dedication and effort to prevent, investigate, andprosecute fraud, white collar crimes, and official corruption. One Fraud PreventionAward is presented this year.

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Successful Implementation of Fraud Prevention ProgramNaomi Adaniya, Ph.D.Policy AnalystKimberly CoffeyProgram AnalystFraud SectionCriminal Division

THE ATTORNEY GENERAL'S AWARD FOR OUTSTANDINGCONTRIBUTIONS TO COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS FOR PUBLIC SAFETY

This award recognizes outstanding achievement in the development and support ofcommunity partnerships designed to address public safety within a community. Theaward recognizes the significant contributions of citizens and organizations that haveassisted the Department in the accomplishment of these programs. One OutstandingContributions to Community Partnerships for Public Safety Award is presented this year.

AWARD: Outstanding Contributions to Bring Awareness to Dangersof Opioid and Drug Abuse in AlaskaAndrea W. HattanAssistant U.S. AttorneyU.S. Attorney's OfficeDistrict of Alaska

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CUBBY DORSEY AWARD FOR OUTSTANDING SERVICE BY A FEDERALWAGE GRADE SYSTEM EMPLOYEE

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This award recognizes extraordinary performance and contributions by wage gradesystem employees, including laborers, mechanics, and skilled craft workers. One CubbyDorsey Award for Outstanding Service by a Federal Wage Grade System Employee ispresented this year.

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Exemplary Work in the Criminal DivisionWilliam A. GlaserTrial AttorneyAppellate SectionCriminal Division

AWARD: Outstanding Contributions to the Federal Bureau ofInvestigation AcademyJoseph TolsonGardener SupervisorFinance and Facilities Division.Federal Bureau of Investigation

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THE ATTORNEY GENERAL'S AWARD FOR OUTSTANDINGCONTRIBUTIONS BY A NEW EMPLOYEE

This award recognizes exceptional performance and notable accomplishments towardsthe Department's mission by an employee with fewer than five years of Federal careerservice. Two Outstanding Contributions by a New Employee Award are presented thisyear.

AWARD: Exceptional Performance in the Investigation andProsecution of the Aryan Brotherhood of TexasPhilip J. MeitlAssistant U.S. AttorneyU.S. Attorney's OfficeNorthern District of Texas

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THE JOHN MARSHALL AWARDS

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Outstanding Performance in Conviction of United BloodNation MemberDennis M. DuffyCriminal ChiefLeslie K. CooleyDeputy Criminal ChiefU. S. Attorney's OfficeEastern District of North Carolina

The John Marshall Awards are the Department's highest awards offered to attorneys, forcontributions and excellence in specialized areas of legal performance. Twelve awards innine categories are presented this year.

TRIAL OF LITIGATION

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Exceptional Work in the Prosecution of La Rompe ONUAlberto R. Lopez-RocafortVictor O. Acevedo-HernandezAssistant U.S. AttorneysU.S. Attorney's OfficeDistrict of Puerto Rico

PARTICIPATION IN LITIGATION

AWARD: Outstanding Performance in Bell Helicopter Textron, Inc.Contract ClaimFranklin E. White, Jr.Assistant DirectorJoshua A. MandlebaumJoseph A. PixleyJames W. PoirierMatthew P. RocheTrial AttorneysNational Courts SectionCommercial Litigation BranchAlexander V. SverdlovTrial AttorneyConsumer Protection BranchCivil Division

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AWARD: Extraordinary Work to Address Texas School DistrictFraud and CorruptionJoseph R. BatteChristopher T. TortoriceAssistant U.S. AttorneysU.S. Attorney's OfficeEastern District of Texas

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SUPPORT OF LITIGATION

AWARD: Outstanding Performance in Landmark Settlement DecisionArising from Oil SpillsJoseph W. C. WarrenSteven J. WilleySenior CounselsEnvironmental Enforcement SectionEnvironment and Natural Resources Division

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HANDLING OF APPEALS

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PROVIDING LEGAL ADVICE

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Exceptional Work in United States v. Abdul Malik AbdulKareemDavid A. PimsnerWilliam C. SolomonAssistant U.S. AttorneysU.S. Attorney's OfficeDistrict of ArizonaJoseph N. KasterRebecca A. MagnoneTrial AttorneysCounterterrorism SectionNational Security Division

Superior Leadership and Development of the Civil DivisionNational Courts SectionMartin F. Hockey, Jr.Assistant DirectorNational Courts SectionCommercial Litigation BranchCivil Division

Outstanding Contributions to Immigration LitigationJennifer J. KeeneySenior Litigation CounselOffice of Immigration LitigationCivil Division

PREPARATION OR HANDLING OF LEGISLATION

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Exemplary Skill in Designing and Advocating for Changesto the Federal Rules o[Criminal ProcedureRichard W. DowningActing Deputy Assistant Attorney GeneralOffice of the Assistant Attorney GeneralJosh GoldfootActing Principal Deputy ChiefMichael J. StawaszDeputy ChiefNathan P. JudishBrian L. LevineSenior CounselsComputer Crime and Intellectual Property Section

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Successful Negotiation of Prison Mental Health CareSettlementMarcy E. CookAmy L. PaddenAssistant U.S. AttorneysU.S. Attorney's OfficeDistrict of ColoradoKathleen M. KenneyGeneral CounselChristopher B. SynsvollSupervisory AttorneyKaitlin B. TurnerSenior Attorney-AdvisorOffice of General CounselFederal Bureau of Prisons

Benjamin TrasterAttorneyOffice of Enforcement OperationsJonathan J. WroblewskiDirectorMichelle MoralesDeputy DirectorOffice of Policy and LegislationCriminal DivisionValerie P. CalogeroJohn R. DelmoreAssistant General CounselsOffice of General CounselFederal Bureau of Investigation

ASSET FORFEITURE

AWARD: Distinguished Contributions to Civil Forfeiture Actions ofDogs Seized in Criminal RaidsMary E. HollingsworthTrial AttorneyWildlife and Marine Resources SectionEnvironment and Natural Resources Division

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ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION

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INTERAGENCY COOPERATION

AWARD: Successful Resolution of Natural Resources DefenseCouncil v. PritzkerKristen L. GustafsonDeputy General CounselOffice of the General CounselNational Oceanic and Atmospheric AdministrationCraig D. JensenAssistant General CounselOffice of the Assistant Secretary of the Navy forEnergy, Installations, and EnvironmentU.S. Department of the Navy

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