California Bankers Association Honors Legal Leaders with Prestigious Awards at the 2024 Bank Counsel Seminar

Sacramento, CA – The California Bankers Association (CBA) is proud to announce the recipients of two esteemed awards presented during the 2024 Bank Counsel Seminar, celebrating excellence in legal service and contributions to the banking industry.

Mike Zandpour, Senior Vice President and Deputy General Counsel at City National Bank was honored with the Almon McCallum Award, which recognizes distinguished and exemplary legal service in the banking sector. Zandpour’s leadership has greatly contributed to banking law and legal practices in the financial industry.

Barry Smith, Shareholder at Buchalter, received the Robert Frandzel Award, recognizing his outstanding contributions to the California banking industry. This award underscores Smith’s exceptional work in providing invaluable legal counsel and his commitment to the development and progress of banking regulations and practices.

“Both Mike Zandpour and Barry Smith have set high standards for legal excellence in our industry,” said Kevin Gould, President & CEO of the California Bankers Association. “Their dedication and service exemplify the qualities that these awards represent, and we are proud to celebrate their outstanding achievements.”

The Almon McCallum and Robert Frandzel Awards are presented annually at the CBA Bank Counsel Seminar, bringing together distinguished legal professionals and banking leaders to honor those who have made meaningful contributions to the industry.

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