Hollis Salzman (P ’21, ’18)

September 17, 1965 - October 3, 2020

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With sadness, we report the passing of Hollis Salzman (P ’21, ’18).

Hollis Salzman, mother to Willa ’21 and son Finneas ’18, passed away on October 3, 2020.

One of the nation’s leading antitrust attorneys, Hollis spent more than 25 years litigating some of the world’s largest cases. She was a champion of gender equality and diversity in her profession. She embraced her role as a mentor and role model to other female attorneys, helping to inspire them to shine on their own merit: “Women can succeed and lead blockbuster investigations, even in a male-dominated field, without losing their identity or acting in a way that is not true to themselves,” she said. Her tireless dedication to advocating on behalf of women included an extensive pro bono practice representing indigent women and victims of domestic violence.

At Friends, Hollis served as a steadfast Parent Association volunteer in almost every role. She served on the PA Executive committee, in charge of communication. She was also a class representative and an Upper School Vice President. She was a Fund for Friends volunteer for many years and a volunteer on the Light the Future Campaign.

She is survived by her children. She is predeceased by her husband of 25 years, David Barry.