Attorney Glen Lerner meets Mayor Edwenna Perkins of Maywood

On August 12, 2016,  Attorney Glen Lerner, Attorney Thomas Grace and Community Outreach Coordinator, Josh Polanco had the privilege of meeting Mayor Edwenna Perkins of Maywood .  Perkins, who has served as Mayor since 2013, became the first African-American female mayor in the history of the Village.

In attendance was also Trustee Isiah Brandon, a devoted public servant who has invested his life to community development and youth outreach. At the early age of 19, Mr. Brandon founded a non for profit called Youth in Motion, an organization committed to leadership development of young people. He was also elected as the youngest trustee ever to take office.

This meeting allowed us to begin a dialogue on practical ways that we as a firm could partner with the village in areas of community development and outreach. We shared our desire to be part of the everyday life of Maywood. Our purpose for our office,which is located at 701 S. 5th Ave, is to function as a legal resource for the community as well as a base of operations for our charitable initiatives. 

It was a privilege to share our vision with these leaders and to listen as they shared their hearts with us. We were deeply moved by their dedication, commitment and sincere love for Maywood.  

In response, we have committed ourselves to regular outreach in Maywood and to establishing relationships with like-minded civic, non for profit and businesses who share a common vision to meet needs in the community. 

We are excited about the prospects and are honored to be part of this great community.

Together We Will Shine Brighter!