Patricia Quayle For most of my working years I have needed to combine the rigors and rewards of raising a family with the stimulation of professional responsibility. Striking a balance between the two has been challenging. Due, in part, to the collegial structure of Gallagher, Evelius and Jones LLP, which believes in the team approach to the delegation of responsibilities and assignments, I have been fortunate to remain consistently challenged by my work through the years. I have enjoyed tremendous opportunity to grow professionally in the practice of transactions law under the direction of capable and approachable attorneys, each of whom has made me feel highly valued. My long tenure as a paralegal at Gallagher is a testament to the firm's commitment to family, to collegiality and to professional growth in the company of an enthusiastic team of attorneys and staff dedicated to the delivery of quality service to our clients. Thanks to all of this, the years have indeed passed quickly.