The John Marshall Award is named in honor of the fourth Chief Justice of the United States, who is credited with establishing the independence of the judiciary and enhancing its moral authority. It is presented annually in conjunction with the ABA Annual Meeting.
The award will be presented to a person who exhibits exceptional qualities of civility, courtesy and professionalism in their legal or judicial careers towards not only colleagues and litigants, but the public at large. The award may also be presented to a person or organization who promotes civility and professionalism in the legal profession.
The Lawyers Conference Burnham “Hod” Greeley Award is given each year to a person or organization who has made a significant positive impact on public understanding of the role of the judiciary in a democratic society and its importance to the rule of law. The award is named after the late Hawaiian attorney Burnham “Hod” Greeley, who was a dedicated leader within the ABA and who was committed to promoting public trust and confidence in our justice system.
The Lawyers Conference is pleased to make the annual award in honor of Dean Yegge made possible through a gift from Dean Yegge’s estate. Any current or former member or associate member of the American Bar Association who has made an outstanding contribution to the field of judicial administration shall be eligible for the award, except current officers and members of the Executive Committee of the Lawyers Conference.
This NCSCJ Award recognizes a judge in a court of limited jurisdiction who has an excellent reputation, a commitment to high ideals, exemplary character, leadership and competence in performing judicial duties.
Presented by the NCSCJ to a judge, court employee or attorney who has made a significant implementation or development in the use of technological advances in a court of limited or special jurisdiction.
The NCSCJ awards a person or institution of judicial education/training for successful efforts in providing high quality judicial education and training for judges
