The Membership Committee congratulates Wayne Connor on being named the September Member of the Month! Wayne is the current co-chair of the Young Lawyers Committee, and he recently spearheaded Martinet’s efforts in the NOLA Street Renaming Commission. Wayne is a valuable Martinet member, and we are pleased to recognize his contribution to our organization. Congratulations Wayne!
Tell us about yourself.
I’m a native of New Orleans, graduate of De La Salle High School. I majored in Economics and graduated from Loyola with a Bachelor’s of Business Administration in 2011. I graduated from Loyola’s College of Law in 2015. My primary practice focus has been Employment and Transactional law. I currently work as a Staff Counsel at Ochsner Health and previously worked at the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. as an Assistant General Counsel. I enjoy sports, hiking, craft cocktails, and I’ve been happily married to an amazing, beautiful, and supportive wife for almost 3 years.
Why did you choose to become an attorney?
My uncle, Karl Connor, was a big inspiration. I wanted to have the skills to provide a voice for those who frequently go unheard. I knew that as an attorney, I could have an impact on our community, whether during my 9-5 or in my free time.
What are the benefits of being a member of the Greater New Orleans Louis A. Martinet Legal Society?
Martinet provides diverse attorneys a safe place and a platform to effect change in our profession and in our community. It’s inspiring to be around other diverse attorneys striving for success.
What is your favorite Martinet event and why?
My favorite Martinet event has to be the Pathways and Pipelines to Success program. I’ve always felt a calling to inspire and help young people learn about the benefits of becoming a part of the legal profession. There are so many hurdles in the law school journey and Pipelines provides students with an incredibly supportive atmosphere for learning and networking.
Tell us about other organizations you are involved in and other causes you support, and why?
I support the Split Second Foundation is dedicated to people who suffer from paralysis. The foundation is dedicated to making people aware of the growing but sometimes invisible population, advocating for their rights, funding cutting edge research, and providing clear cut steps to immediately impact their lives. https://www.splitsecondfoundation.org