Fenton & Keller’s Community Commitment
Fenton & Keller takes pride in more than just the legal profession. We are dedicated to positively impacting our community, including by volunteering our time and serving on boards of local non-profit organizations.
In that regard, we are honored to share some exciting news about one of our outstanding partners. Sara Boyns recently received the inaugural Tanya Antle Visionary Award from Girls, Inc. of the Central Coast for her exceptional community work. Sara also recently received the Lady Justice Lifetime Achievement Award from the Monterey County Women Lawyers Association, in recognition of her career-long commitment to legal advocacy and community service.
These accolades are a testament to Sara’s unwavering dedication to community service and the legal profession. We couldn’t be prouder of her achievements and the collective efforts of our entire team at Fenton & Keller.
Congratulations, Sara, on these well-deserved recognitions! Your commitment to justice and community enrichment inspires us all.
Monterey County Women Lawyers Assn. 2023 Lady Justice Lifetime Achievement Award
2023 (inaugural) Tanya Antle Visionary Award
Christopher E. Panetta Receives the Lewis L. Fenton Award for Excellence in Advocacy
Fenton & Keller is pleased to announce that Christopher E. Panetta, a partner at the firm, has received the Lewis L. Fenton Award for Excellence in Advocacy from the Monterey County Bar Association. The prestigious award, presented during the Annual Holiday Luncheon at Pebble Beach on December 1, 2023, recognizes Chris’s outstanding contributions as a trial lawyer.
Reflecting on Lewis Fenton’s legacy, Charles (Chuck) Keller described him as a “lawyer’s lawyer” during the ceremony. Chuck emphasized Fenton’s commitment to integrity and civility, virtues integral to the legal profession. Chris echoed this sentiment in his remarks, emphasizing the importance of civility in the legal field.
Chris was acknowledged for his exceptional representation of clients in various forums, including courtrooms, arbitration, mediation, and state and federal administrative proceedings. The award also recognizes his dedication to community service, aligning with Lewis Fenton’s belief in giving back.
Established in 2005, the Lewis L. Fenton Award pays homage to the late Lewis Fenton, a respected figure in Monterey County’s legal community. Fenton & Keller takes pride in celebrating Chris Panetta’s achievement and his commitment to upholding the values exemplified by this esteemed award.
Congratulations Chris on this well deserved award. Your commitment to clients and the community is an inspiration.