Ralph Schaefer
2/4/2010
Bill Hollingsworth waved at his visitor, folded his hands saying “Namaste”.That greeting from India is one of Hollingsworth’s ways to welcome visitors to his office at the University of Tulsa College of Law. Even though he retired Dec, 31, 2009, the professor emeritus is contemplating an active retirement, writing still another book and teaching courses in jurisprudence. Hollingsworth also is the first recipient of the Phyllis Hurley Frey Professor in Law award. He held that award until his retirement that now has been awarded to Professor Rex Zedalis. The award was in memory a long-time friend and former law student. The professorship was established by Professor Martin Frey after his wife’s death. It was an award that caught Hollingsworth by complete surprise. Martin Frey and Hollingsworth became close friends during their 35 years at TU. As couples, the Hollingsworths and Freys knew each other socially. Phyllis Frey studied jurisprudence under Hollingsworth’s tutelage, a subject that would become a favorite topic in law. Jurisprudence does not involve the direct practical application defined by civil procedures, Hollingsworth said. Rather, it is a look at history and the legal thought that started with Aristotle. Jurisprudence looks at the historical side of the law that is less visible to the practice of the profession. Even though the Freys were social friends, Phyllis’ decision to enter law school taught Hollingsworth something new about a friend and now a student. Phyllis particularly liked jurisprudence, he said. That class is a hard sell. Law students know they must have civil procedure classes to be able to find their ways through the hurdles and hoops found in the courtroom. Phyllis developed a rare form of Parkinson’s Disease and was confined to a wheel chair later in her life. Despite her difficulties, she maintained a sense of humor and a positive attitude, he said. “During her illness, I thought she reflected the Aristotle, the Greek philosopher. Marty set the standard for being a devoted husband during her illness. “The Freys are two special people to me,” Hollingsworth said. “That is why I was so totally surprised when I was named to receive the first professorship. I had no idea I was being considered for the honor.”
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