Lawyer Awards: Which Ones Matter?

In the legal profession, lawyer awards are more than just a personal honor. They can also be a powerful marketing tool.

Legal awards can help to foster trust among your client base, as well as improving your law firm visibility. But not every award holds equal value, and chasing the wrong ones wastes time—or worse, damages your credibility.

The most prestigious awards for attorneys highlight skill, professionalism, and dedication to service.

Below, we explore the most prestigious lawyer awards, how these awards can benefit law firms, and how to earn them.

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How to Win Lawyer Awards

Winning a lawyer award takes more than submitting an application. You have to do the kind of work that makes your law practice worthy of recognition.

Attorneys who combine strong legal results with leadership and ethics earn these awards.

Document your accomplishments throughout the year to increase your chances of earning recognition. Track important case wins, thought leadership, and speaking engagements.

Most of all, focus on providing the best possible client service you can. Award organizations look for attorneys doing outstanding work, so focus on going above and beyond for your clients.

Earned vs. Paid Lawyer Awards

Some legal awards are earned through a peer-reviewed or merit-based process, while others are open to anyone who pays a fee. This distinction can significantly impact your reputation in the legal profession.

Earned awards involve a transparent nomination process and selection committee evaluation. Paid awards often function solely as marketing opportunities with minimal oversight or standards.

Law firms with a bevy of paid awards but few earned recognitions may lose credibility with their clients and colleagues.

National Attorney Awards

National attorney awards are among the most prestigious lawyers and law firms can earn. The American Bar Association and American Association for Justice administer many of these awards.

American Bar Association (ABA) Awards

The American Bar Association (ABA) offers a wide range of prestigious awards for lawyers. These ABA awards highlight ethical practice, leadership, public service, legal education, and more.

Silver Gavel Award

The Silver Gavel Awards for Media and the Arts are among the most distinguished honors the ABA bestows. These awards recognize outstanding media that strengthens public understanding of the legal system.

Categories span books, documentaries, drama, magazines, newspapers, television, radio, and more.

In 2025, the ABA selected eight Silver Gavel Award recipients and five Honorable Mentions from 122 eligible entries.

A screening committee of lawyers, judges, journalists, and scholars reviews the finalists. The ABA Standing Committee on Gavel Awards then selects the winners.

Who Should Apply: Writers, filmmakers, podcasters, and other creators whose works advance public understanding of law.

How to Apply:

Deadline: Applications are typically due at the beginning of January. Application cycles open annually in the fall, and 2026 award applications should open soon.
Where to Apply: Submit applications through the ABA Silver Gavel Awards online portal. You can download a PDF version of the form, but reviewers will only accept the online form.

Jefferson B. Fordham Awards

Established in 1998, the Jefferson B. Fordham Awards honor Mr. Fordham’s vision. Fordham was a pioneer in local government law whose work reshaped how policymakers approach urban challenges. The awards recognize bar leaders who continue this legacy by advancing state, local, regional, and tribal government law.

Presented annually, the awards are given in four categories:

Lifetime Achievement, honoring long-term contributions to the field;
Advocacy, celebrating excellence in legal advocacy;
Up & Comers, recognizing promising young practitioners; and
Law Office Accomplishment, honoring outstanding achievements by government law departments.

Collectively, these awards spotlight lawyers and law firms whose work strengthens communities, upholds fundamental rights, and promotes justice.

Who Should Apply:

Lifetime Achievement: Lawyers who have made significant, sustained contributions to state, local, regional, or tribal law.
Advocacy: Practitioners who have demonstrated excellence in advocacy, whether through litigation, legal writing, or public service.
Up & Comers: New lawyers whose early accomplishments show promise for future leadership in government law.
Law Office Accomplishment: State, local, regional, or tribal government law offices that demonstrate outstanding performance or achieve extraordinary results.

How to Apply:

Deadline: The 2026 nomination period is open. Deadlines typically fall in early spring, ahead of the ABA Annual Meeting.
Where to Apply: You must submit your nomination electronically through the ABA Jefferson B. Fordham Awards page.

Difference Makers Awards

The Difference Makers Awards celebrate extraordinary individuals who “make a difference” in their communities and the legal profession.

Celebrated contributions can range from breaking down barriers to advancing pro bono legal services. Each year, the program honors individuals who show service, advocacy, and commitment to justice.

The ABA bestows awards in five categories:

Difference Maker: Recognizes a local—attorney or non-attorney—who has made a difference in their community.
Making a Difference by Breaking Barriers: Honors attorneys who break barriers based on gender, race, disability, or sexual orientation.
Making a Difference through Community Service: Recognizes attorneys who make significant lifetime contributions to their community through service.
Making a Difference through Pro Bono Work: Celebrates attorneys, law firms, or institutions that provide free legal services.
Making a Difference through Service to the Profession: Recognizes attorneys who strengthen the legal profession through sustained professional service.

Who Should Apply:

Attorneys, law firms, and legal departments that contribute to pro bono efforts, bar service, or breaking barriers.
Non-attorneys who live in the city where the GPSolo Division meets may qualify for the Difference Maker award.

How to Apply:

Deadline: August 29, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. Central Time.
Where to Apply: Submit nominations through the ABA nomination form.

Albert J. Krieger Champion of Liberty Award

The Albert J. Krieger Champion of Liberty Award honors criminal defense attorneys who embody the highest standards of advocacy.

Named after Albert Krieger, the award recognizes individuals who have dedicated their careers to safeguarding constitutional rights and improving the criminal law system.

Krieger gained enormous respect for his work, from high-profile federal cases to his volunteer work. He famously defended members of the American Indian Movement during the 1973 Wounded Knee occupation.

His legacy inspires this award, which celebrates lawyers who work to reform the justice system.

Who Should Apply:

Defense attorneys in public or private practice, at the state or federal level, who have:

Devoted a substantial portion of their careers to criminal defense.
Distinguished themselves as criminal trial attorneys.
Embodied the principles in the ABA Standards for Criminal Justice, Defense Function.
Significantly improved the criminal justice system through bar associations, nonprofits, or advocacy groups.

How to Apply:

Deadline: December 1, 2025.
Where to Apply: Submit nominations by email to [email protected].

Pro Bono Publico Awards

The ABA Pro Bono Publico Awards are among the most respected recognitions of service in the legal profession.

The awards highlight lawyers and institutions that demonstrate an extraordinary commitment to providing free legal services to disadvantaged communities.

These prestigious awards are the ABA’s highest honor for pro bono work. They emphasize contributions that advance human dignity, improve access to justice, and address legal needs for low-income individuals.

The ABA selects n more than five honorees each year. These honorees receive their awards during the ABA Annual Meeting.

Who Should Apply:

Attorneys who do not earn their income primarily from serving clients of limited means.
Law firms, law schools, and other institutions that demonstrate exceptional commitment to volunteer legal services.

How to Apply:

Deadline: The 2025 nomination period closed February 28, 2025. Based on this schedule, the 2026 nomination cycle will likely open in late January and close by late February.
Where to Apply: Submit the online nomination form and then email all documents to [email protected]. Include the nominee’s and nominator’s names in the subject line.

On the Rise – Top 40 Young Lawyers Award

This award goes to 40 attorneys nationwide who embody leadership, vision, and service in their first decade of practice. Honorees show professional excellence, innovation, and substantial contributions to the legal community.

The On the Rise Awards command enormous national respect in the legal industry. Each year, the program highlights a new class of rising stars whose outstanding achievements reflect the future of the legal profession.

Who Should Apply:

Lawyers who are under 36 years old or have held a law license for 10 years or fewer as of September 1, 2025.

How to Apply:

Deadline: For 2025, the nomination deadline was February 28, 2025. Based on this timeline, the 2026 deadline will likely fall in February 2026. Applications for the 2026 awards will reopen in October 2025.
Where to Apply: Nominees must submit applications through the online form. They can then upload supporting materials directly into the application system.

E. Smythe Gambrell Professionalism Awards

The E. Smythe Gambrell Professionalism Awards recognize innovative programs that help preserve the highest values of the legal profession.

These awards honor programs that demonstrate a long-term commitment to advancing integrity, civility, competence, diversity, equity, inclusion, and access to justice.

Eligible projects may come from bar associations, nonprofits, and more.

Who Should Apply:

Ongoing programs that address professionalism. This can include initiatives promoting diversity and inclusion, civility, lawyer well-being, etc.

How to Apply:

Deadline: The 2025 nomination period is closed. Based on the program’s history, the 2026 nomination window will likely open in late fall 2025 and close in early spring 2026.
Where to Apply: Submit nominations through the ABA Gambrell Professionalism Award page. Applicants can upload materials with the official nomination form.

Livingston Hall Juvenile Justice Award

The Livingston Hall Juvenile Justice Award recognizes attorneys who represent youth and children.

This award celebrates the legacy of Professor Livingston Hall of Harvard Law. The Hall Award goes to lawyers who advance the rights and interests of young people both inside and outside the courtroom.

Awardees demonstrate exceptional skill, professionalism, and commitment to protecting children’s rights. Their contributions often extend beyond litigation to policy reform, education, and advocacy.

Who Should Apply:

Active members of the bar who devote a significant portion of their practice to representing youth and children.
Attorneys who show a high degree of skill, professionalism, and commitment in juvenile defense and child advocacy.
Lawyers whose contributions have positive, lasting impacts on juvenile justice policy.

How to Apply:

Deadline: December 1, 2025.
Where to Apply: Apply for this award by email to [email protected].

Jean Crowe Pro Bono Award

The Jean Crowe Pro Bono Award recognizes an attorney who provides free legal services to underrepresented populations. The award reflects Jean Crowe’s legacy of commitment to families, children, and survivors of abuse.

The recipient may be someone who personally delivers significant pro bono services. The award may also go to someone who has successfully promoted organizations that expand access to justice.

The ABA selects awardees based on the complexity of their cases and the legal impact of their work.

Who Should Apply:

Attorneys who dedicate substantial time to providing pro bono services for low- and moderate-income individuals.
Lawyers who demonstrate leadership in recruiting others to participate in pro bono efforts.

How to Apply:

Deadline: The 2025 deadline was February 14, 2025. Based on this timeline, the 2026 deadline will likely fall in mid-February 2026.
Where to Apply: Applicants must submit nomination forms and all materials online through the official ABA portal.

Raeder–Taslitz Award

The Raeder–Taslitz Award celebrates law professors who advance fairness, justice, and public understanding of the criminal justice system.

This award honors the lives and work of Myrna S. Raeder and Andrew Eric Taslitz. Dr. Raeder was a distinguished professor at Southwestern University School of Law. Dr. Taslitz was a longtime faculty member at Howard Law School and American University.

The award celebrates educators who embody the highest standards of professionalism and mentorship. Both Raeder and Taslitz played transformative roles in shaping the ABA Criminal Justice Section.

Awardees demonstrate remarkable academic achievements and an ability to connect classroom teaching with real-world reforms. Their work strengthens both the legal community and public trust in the legal system.

Who Should Apply:

Professors at ABA-accredited law schools who exemplify ethical and professional conduct.
Legal educators who demonstrate excellence in scholarship, teaching, or community service.
Professors whose contributions promote public understanding of criminal law, strengthen fairness in the system, or advance best practices.

How to Apply:

Deadline: December 1, 2025.
Where to Apply: Submit nominations by email to [email protected].

Elizabeth Clark Young Lawyers Fellowship Award

The Elizabeth Clark Young Lawyers Fellowship honors the memory of Elizabeth Clark, a respected leader in the ABA. This fellowship seeks to honor her legacy of mentorship and commitment to diversity in the legal industry.

The Clark fellowship supports new lawyers whose outstanding achievements show exceptional promise in public law and social justice. This award works to bring more diverse new lawyers into the public legal space and to celebrate Elizabeth Clark’s legacy.

Who Should Apply:

Young lawyers who demonstrate promise for excellence in the practice of public law.
Attorneys who show a strong commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and mentorship. They should also demonstrate early-career accomplishments that highlight potential for leadership.

How to Apply:

Deadline: The 2025 nomination deadline was July 28, 2025. Based on this timeline, the 2026 deadline will likely fall in late July 2026.
Where to Apply: Submit nominations through the ABA Elizabeth Clark Young Lawyers Fellowship page.

Alexander Award

The Alexander Awards honor individuals and organizations that have worked to expand opportunities for underrepresented students to succeed in the legal profession.

The awards have two Alexander namesakes: Raymond Pace Alexander and Sadie Tanner Mossell Alexander.

Raymond was the first African American graduate of the Wharton School and later a judge in Philadelphia. Sadie was the first Black woman to earn a Ph.D. in the U.S. and the first woman to earn a JD from the University of Pennsylvania.

The awards reflect their legacy of advancing access, diversity, and inclusion in the legal industry. The program features three distinct honors:

Alexander Award: Recognizes individual lawyers or organizations that advances opportunities for underrepresented students. These students include racial and ethnic minorities, students with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ students.
Alexander Legal Ambassador Award: This award is given to law practices that show a commitment to diversity in the legal field.
Alexander Rising Star Award: This award celebrates new programs that increase diversity in the legal industry.

Who Should Apply:

Alexander Award: Individuals or organizations leading impactful pipeline initiatives. These programs serve underrepresented communities and prepare students for legal education and careers.
Alexander Legal Ambassador Award: Law firms or legal departments that support the pipeline to law school. This support can come either through in-house programs or support for external initiatives.
Alexander Rising Star Award: Newer pipeline programs working to expand access to the profession.

How to Apply:

Deadline: Nominations for the 2026 Alexander Awards will be open from June 2, 2026, through September 1, 2026.
Where to Apply: Submit nominations by email to [email protected] or [email protected].

Frank Carrington Crime Victim Attorney Award

The Frank Carrington Crime Victim Attorney Award celebrates lawyers who work to improve victims’ treatment in the legal system.

The award honors the memory of Frank Carrington, a pioneer in the victims’ rights movement. Carrington founded the Victims Assistance Legal Organization (VALOR) and served on multiple national violent crime task forces.

This award recognizes lawyers who represent victims in court. Recipients also work shaping policies that improve victims’ experiences in the legal system.

Who Should Apply:

Attorneys and legal service providers who represent crime victims in court.
Nominees who have developed or influenced policies improving the treatment of crime victims.

How to Apply:

Deadline: December 1, 2025
Where to Apply: Nominations must be submitted via email to [email protected].

The Charles R. English-Neal Sonnett Award

The Charles R. English–Neal Sonnett Award spotlights lawyers who exemplify professionalism, service, and leadership in criminal law.

The award originated to honor the memory of Charles English, a respected California trial attorney. In 2024, the ABA renamed the award to also honor Neal Sonnett, a former Assistant U.S. Attorney.

The award recipients may include judges, prosecutors, defense attorneys, academics, or other lawyers. These honorees have advanced justice by strengthening professionalism, bridging divides within the criminal justice community, and exemplifying ethical conduct.

Who Should Apply:

Nominees who provide exceptional service to the criminal law field.
Individuals who promote collaboration and mutual respect between prosecutors and defense lawyers.

How to Apply:

Deadline: December 1, 2025.
Where to Apply: Nominations must be submitted via email to [email protected].

American Association for Justice (AAJ) Awards

The American Association for Justice (AAJ) supports plaintiff-side trial attorneys. The prestigious awards they sponsor celebrate those in the legal profession who work to advance the civil justice system.

Steven J. Sharp Public Service Award

The Steven J. Sharp Public Service Award celebrates cases that represent the best of the American civil justice system.

The award honors the legacy of Steven J. Sharp, who lost both arms in an accident caused by a defective hay baler. Steven helped persuade lawmakers—including President Bill Clinton—that limiting access to the courts would deny victims justice.

The award in his name continues to honor stories that spotlight the life-changing importance of civil justice.

Who Should Apply:

Plaintiffs and attorneys who illustrate the essential role of the civil justice system in protecting individuals.
Eligible cases typically produce justice for the plaintiff and broader awareness or reform that benefits the public.

How to Apply:

Deadline: Consideration for the award originates with AAJ’s case reporting process. Candidates must submit cases in time for inclusion in the year’s AAJ Law Reporters or TRIAL magazine features.
Application Process: Check the award consideration box on the Verdict & Settlement Submission Form.

Lifetime Achievement Award

This award is the AAJ’s highest honor. It recognizes an AAJ member of at least 20 years whose outstanding achievements have advanced the rights of the injured.

Recipients are exceptional lawyers and leaders who strengthen the trial bar and the mission of AAJ.

This award celebrates attorneys who exemplify excellence in trial practice, mentorship, and professional integrity. Honorees’ legacies often include landmark verdicts or settlements that expanded protections for individuals.

Who’s Eligible:

AAJ members with 20 or more years of membership and an extensive record of courtroom advocacy.
Attorneys whose outstanding achievements have significantly advanced the rights of the wrongfully injured.
Attorneys who have also demonstrated substantial service to AAJ and the broader trial bar.

How to Apply:

Application Process: This award is nomination-based. An AAJ member must nominate a fellow member for consideration. Members can contact AAJ directly for nomination forms and instructions.
Where to Apply: For nomination details, members should contact AAJ.

David S. Shrager President’s Award

The David S. Shrager President’s Award spotlights a lawyer with a passion for the trial bar and legal justice.

Former AAJ president David Shrager left a legacy of courtroom success and generosity as a mentor and friend. He helped found the Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association and led the Roscoe Pound Institute.

He was also among the first volunteers for Trial Lawyers Care, the largest pro bono program in U.S. history. His legacy of advocacy and service continues through this award, which honors AAJ members who exemplify his values.

Who Should Apply:

AAJ members who have made an outstanding contribution to civil justice and to the mission and work of AAJ.
Attorneys whose careers embody Shrager’s passion for the trial bar, service to colleagues, and leadership.

How to Apply:

Application Process: There is no published application or nomination process for this award. AAJ leadership selects candidates and winners internally, rather than through a nomination process.

Trial Lawyers Care Award

This award goes to lawyers who give back through superb community service projects. The award recognizes attorneys whose outstanding efforts create meaningful change in their communities.

The award originated with Trial Lawyers Care, the historic initiative that provided free legal services to 9/11 victims. Today, this award continues to celebrate lawyers who embody service, generosity, and compassion.

Who Should Apply:

AAJ members who have spearheaded or played a major role in impactful community service projects.

How to Apply:

Deadline: Nomination timelines follow the AAJ Annual Convention schedule each summer.
Application Process: Submit nominations online using the nomination form.
Where to Apply: Submit all nominations through AAJ’s online portal.

Howard Twiggs Award

The Howard Twiggs Award honors members whose passion, professionalism, and service reflect the high standards Howard Twiggs set.

Twiggs, who served as AAJ President, dedicated over 50 years to representing injury victims and advocating for justice. He left a legacy of civility, cordiality, and tireless service to his clients and the trial bar.

Twiggs’s legacy continues through this award, which recognizes lawyers who bring honor to the legal profession.

Who Should Apply:

AAJ members whose courtroom advocacy advances justice for clients and exemplifies professionalism.
Members whose service strengthens the profession and upholds Howard Twiggs’s legacy.

How to Apply:

Application Process: AAJ does not publish application or nomination procedures for this award. AAJ leadership generally selects winners through an internal nomination and review process.

Leonard Ring Champion of Justice Award

The Leonard M. Ring Champion of Justice Award honors an AAJ member with at least ten years of standing. The award recognizes exceptional integrity, strong character, and a devotion to human and civil rights.

The award carries the name of Leonard M. Ring, a respected Chicago trial lawyer and past president of AAJ.

Ring devoted his 45-year career to protecting victims’ rights. He played major roles in landmark cases, including the Tylenol poisoning case and Chicago’s Lake Michigan polluter case.

The AAJ Stalwarts Committee recommends honorees to the AAJ Executive Committee, which votes on the winner.

Who Should Apply:

AAJ members whose careers embody integrity, character, and commitment to civil and human rights.
Trial attorneys whose service and law office advocacy mirror Leonard Ring’s devotion to justice.

How to Apply:

Application Process: The selection process is internal and is not application-based. Members cannot self-nominate. Instead, the Stalwarts Committee submits candidates to the Executive Committee for final approval.

Above and Beyond Award

The Above and Beyond Award honors members who make exceptional contributions to strengthen AAJ. The award recognizes those whose dedication and service go beyond ordinary involvement.

Recipients show exceptional commitment to advancing AAJ’s mission, supporting its members, and protecting the civil law system. Honorees embody the spirit of volunteerism and leadership that sustains the trial bar.

Who Should Apply:

AAJ members who consistently contribute time, energy, and leadership to support and strengthen the organization.

How to Apply:

Application Process: The selection process is not public. AAJ leadership typically identifies and selects recipients internally.

Harry M. Philo Award

The Harry M. Philo Award recognizes individuals who have advanced consumer safety. The award honors lawyers who expose corporate negligence, protect the public, and stand against powerful interests.

The award celebrates the legacy of Harry M. Philo, a former AAJ President. Philo believed the law is “never settled until it is right, never right until it is just, and never just until it serves society to the fullest.”

He urged his fellow lawyers to fight for fairness and safety. Philo often reminded attorneys that their role was to stand with people, rather than corporations.

This award honors attorneys who strengthen protections for consumers and hold wrongdoers accountable.

Who Should Apply:

AAJ members who have advanced consumer safety through litigation, advocacy, or reform.
Attorneys whose careers demonstrate commitment to justice for individuals harmed by corporate misconduct.

How to Apply:

Application Process: AAJ manages he selection process internally. Members cannot self-nominate.

Other National Awards

Several independent national attorney awards carry enormous prestige in the legal space.

Super Lawyers Awards

The Super Lawyers program recognizes top attorneys across the United States each year. Founded in 1991, the program highlights lawyers from a wide range of practice areas and firm sizes. The selection process combines nominations, independent research, and peer evaluations.

Each year, only about 5 percent of attorneys in a state make the Super Lawyers list. In addition, no more than 2.5 percent of young attorneys qualify for the Rising Stars list.

These honors are well-respected in the legal space, making them both a professional distinction and a marketing asset.

Who Should Apply:

Licensed attorneys in good standing who demonstrate exceptional professional achievement and peer recognition.
Lawyers under age 40 or with fewer than ten years in practice may be eligible for the Rising Stars list.

How to Apply:

Deadline: Selection occurs annually on a state-by-state basis. Each state has its own nomination deadlines and publication dates.
Application Process: Attorneys may submit peer nominations from the Super Lawyers nomination page. Evaluators consider 12 factors, including verdicts, settlements, and more.
Where to Apply: Attorneys can find their state’s process and deadlines on the Super Lawyers state information pages.

The American Lawyer Industry Awards

The American Lawyer Industry Awards recognize excellence across the legal profession. These awards celebrate legal innovation and leadership in categories from litigation to diversity initiatives.

The program reflects The American Lawyer’s mission to celebrate the people and groups transforming the industry.

Categories include Best Legal Departments, Legal Services Innovation Award, and many more.

New honors, such as the Humanitarian Award, highlight evolving areas of impact. Special distinctions include accolades such as the Tony Mauro Award for lawyers defending freedom of the press.

A panel of judges selects winners after a detailed submission and review process. The panel announces finalists for each award in the late summer.

Winners receive their awards at the annual American Lawyer Industry Awards gala in New York City each November.

Who Should Apply:

Law practices, in-house legal departments, solo practitioners, and attorneys at all career stages.
Nominees should demonstrate excellence in advocacy, leadership, innovation, public service, or client results.
Certain categories, such as Young Lawyer of the Year, celebrate early-career attorneys. Others, like the Lifetime Achievement Award, recognize decades of service.

How to Apply:

Deadline: Deadlines vary per award. All 2025 award deadlines have passed, but 2026 submissions windows may open as early as February.
Application Process: Applicants must complete category-specific submissions, including essays and case examples. Requirements vary by award, with strict word limits and client reference requirements.
Where to Apply: You can apply for American Lawyer Industry Awards through their online portal.

National Law Journal Awards

The National Law Journal Legal Awards celebrate the top lawyers, firms, and departments making an impact in Washington, D.C.

Winners receive their accolades at the annual awards dinner in Washington each fall.

Categories include litigation, appellate advocacy, lifetime achievement, and more.

Distinctions such as D.C. Rising Stars honor lawyers under age 40 who embody leadership, innovation, and community impact. Other categories include Community Impact Leaders, Talent Management, and the Appellate Hot List.

Who Should Apply:

Lawyers, law offices, and legal departments that have achieved significant results from January 2025 to June 2026.
Attorneys in the D.C. metro area seeking recognition for leadership, volunteer service, or exceptional case outcomes.
Early-career attorneys under age 40 for the Rising Stars list.

How to Apply:

Deadline: Deadlines vary by category, with many due in summer 2026.
Application Process: Submissions must include essays, résumés, and other written material. Word limits range by category.
Where to Apply: Submit all applications through the NLJ Awards portal.

State and Local Awards

State and local government organizations often present awards through their local bar associations. These awards often celebrate both the recipients and the award namesakes who have improved the legal profession.

These regional awards celebrate outstanding achievements that the larger national awards may overlook. They also provide fantastic opportunities for law firm websites to earn backlinks.

Are Lawyer Awards Worth It?

Lawyer awards are effective marketing tools that help lawyers stand out from the competition. They can strengthen your branding, SEO, and client trust when you use them strategically.

In essence, a lawyer award is an endorsement from the legal profession. You and your law practice are performing at such a high level that your work merits national recognition.

And that is the core difference between worthwhile lawyer awards and awards that don’t mean anything: merit.

The best awards recognize lawyers who embody the highest standards of the legal profession. Other awards consider only how much a lawyer is willing to pay for a fancy-sounding accolade.

Improve Your Client Experience

Lawyer awards can be a fantastic marketing tool for your legal practice. They can foster trust in your potential clients and set you apart from your competitors.

Focus on awards that celebrate outstanding achievements rather than those that are for sale. Document your accomplishments and work to provide the best possible experience for your clients.

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