Editor’s note: The Lifetime Achievement honors are part of the Daily Report’s annual Georgia Lawyer Awards, and the publication is proud to bestow the honor as part of its annual recognition of professional excellence.

Catherine Vandenberg, formerly of Atlanta Legal Aid Society. (Courtesy photo) Catherine Vandenberg, formerly of Atlanta Legal Aid Society. (Courtesy photo)

Catherine Vandenberg, who recently retired, worked as deputy director of the Atlanta Legal Aid Society. The answers below were lightly edited for style and clarity.