Publication Date
2006
Abstract
Writing the introduction to a symposium in memory of a friend is a great honor, of course, and one that I seized immediately, for fear that the Editor in Chief might change his mind. Not only is it flattering to be asked, but also there is a real benefit attached to the task. The author of the introduction gets to read all the other pieces before publication, thus having the first opportunity to remember the honoree through other people's eyes. I have taken advantage of that chance and enjoyed it greatly. Let me give you a preview of what is in store for you in these pages. Fittingly for a collection of pieces in memory of Dick Wellman, the list of authors provides nothing less than an all-star lineup of academics in the probate field from the last thirty years. Mary Louise Fellows and Greg Alexander honor Dick by doing nothing less than tracing the history of four decades of Uniform Law drafting in the trusts and estates area, while drawing important lessons for law reformers generally and the National Conference of Commissioners on Uniform State Laws in particular.' Their stated goal is to urge drafters to "follow Richard Wellman's wise lead and remain responsive to the needs of every state's citizenry."
Recommended Citation
Kurtz, Paul M.
(2006)
"Foreword: On the Passing of My Friend, Dick Wellman,"
Georgia Law Review: Vol. 40:
No.
4, Article 2.
Available at:
https://digitalcommons.law.uga.edu/glr/vol40/iss4/2