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title: HR 516. Lundy, William L. "Bill", Jr.; 40 Years of Distinguished Legal Service; commend
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  - Trey Kelley
  - Tyler Smith
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# HR 516. Lundy, William L. "Bill", Jr.; 40 Years of Distinguished Legal Service; commend

## Text

House Resolution 516
By: Representatives Kelley of the 16th and Smith of the 18th
A RESOLUTION
Commending William L. "Bill" Lundy, Jr. for 40 Years of Distinguished Legal Service; and
for other purposes.
WHEREAS, William L. "Bill" Lundy is a proud 1977 graduate of Cedartown High School,
where his stellar football career lead him to sign a four year scholarship to play for the
Jacksonville State University Gamecocks, then to the Cumberland School of Law of Samford
University; and
WHEREAS, he returned to his hometown of Cedartown to practice with State Senator James
I. Parker, and has dedicated 40 years of compassionate legal representation in the states of
both Georgia and Alabama, as a senior partner with the law firm of Parker and Lundy, along
with Richard J. Lundy, Charles E. Morris, Jr., State Representative Trey Kelley, and Laura
Lundy Wheale; and
WHEREAS, he has been a stalwart member of the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association, and
in 2015, he was recognized with the Tradition of Excellence Award as Plaintiffs Lawyer of
the Year by the General Practice and Trial Section of the State Bar of Georgia; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Lundy served as Chairman of the Disciplinary Board for the State Bar of
Georgia, ensuring the ethical integrity of the legal profession, as well as Chairman of the
General Practice and Trial Section of the State Bar of Georgia, further demonstrating his
leadership within the legal community; and
WHEREAS, his dedication to the legal profession is further exemplified by his successful
representation in the landmark United States Supreme Court case of Easterwood v. CSX
Transportation, 507 U.S. 123, in 1993, addressing critical issues of federal pre-emption at
railroad grade crossings; and
WHEREAS, beyond his distinguished legal career, he has given back to his community by
founding the Cedartown Theatrical Performers Company, LLC, providing local children with
theatrical opportunities, and serving as a broadcast analyst for Cedartown Bulldogs football
on WGAA Radio; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Lundy's career also includes writing and co-starring along with Fred
Thompson in the independent film A Larger Life, which portrays the challenges of a
small-town lawyer undertaking a high-stakes case against formidable corporate defendants;
and
WHEREAS, his professional success is matched by his dedication to his family, as a devoted
husband to his wife of over 40 years, Catharine Lundy, and a proud father to Laura, Will,
Lee, and Spencer Lundy, and grandfather to Lundy and John; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Lundy also serves as an elder at the Cedartown Church of Christ, where he
teaches the high school class, fostering spiritual growth and guidance among local youth; and
WHEREAS, his reputation as a passionate advocate is further bolstered by his willingness
to take on even the most unconventional cases, including once representing the family dog
in court for entrapment-a story that, while perhaps anecdotal, speaks to his dedication to the
pursuit of justice in all its forms.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body commend William L. "Bill" Lundy, Jr. for his 40 years of
exemplary service in the legal field, recognize his numerous contributions to his community,
and our state, and extend their best wishes for his continued success and well-being
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to
William L. "Bill" Lundy, Jr.

## Summaries written by Georgia Commons

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A Georgia House resolution commends Cedartown attorney William L. "Bill" Lundy, Jr. for 40 years of legal work in Georgia and Alabama and for his community involvement.

### Plain-language summary

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring William L. "Bill" Lundy, Jr., a Cedartown attorney, for four decades of legal practice. The resolution recounts his background, including his education at Cedartown High School and the Cumberland School of Law, his decades as a senior partner at the firm Parker and Lundy, his leadership roles with the State Bar of Georgia, and his role in the 1993 U.S. Supreme Court case Easterwood v. CSX Transportation.

It also recognizes his community activities, such as founding a local theater company, working as a radio broadcast analyst, appearing in an independent film, and serving as a church elder. The resolution does not change any Georgia law; it formally commends Lundy and directs the Clerk of the House to provide him a copy of the resolution.

### What it does

- Formally commends William L. "Bill" Lundy, Jr. for 40 years of legal service in Georgia and Alabama.
- Recognizes his leadership roles with the State Bar of Georgia, including chairing its Disciplinary Board and its General Practice and Trial Section.
- Notes his role in the 1993 U.S. Supreme Court case Easterwood v. CSX Transportation, 507 U.S. 123.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Lundy.
- Extends the House's best wishes for his continued success and well-being.

### Who it affects

This resolution directly names and honors William L. "Bill" Lundy, Jr., a Cedartown attorney, along with his law firm colleagues and family. It does not impose any obligations, rights, or changes on the general public.

### Why it matters

As a ceremonial resolution, this measure has no legal effect on Georgians generally. Its practical significance is limited to formally recognizing one attorney's career and community service, and providing him an official copy of the House's commendation.

### Key provisions

- The whereas clauses detail Lundy's education, legal career at the firm Parker and Lundy, and State Bar leadership roles.
- The whereas clauses also cite his involvement in the U.S. Supreme Court case Easterwood v. CSX Transportation and his community and family activities.
- The resolving clause formally commends Lundy for his 40 years of legal service and contributions to his community and the state.
- A further resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to Lundy.

## Status

- Status: Passed (2025-03-06)
- Last action: House Read and Adopted (2025-03-06)
- Sponsors: Trey Kelley, Tyler Smith
- Official page: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/71199

> The history, votes, and amendments (131 characters) are at https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/hr516.md?full=1