American Bar Association — Criminal Justice Section
2026 edition · Nationwide
ABA Charles R. English-Neal Sonnett Award
Nomination
Tuesday, December 1, 2026
33 days from now
From American Bar Association — Criminal Justice Section's announcement. Publishers sometimes change dates, so check their page before you submit.
American Bar Association — Criminal Justice Section websiteAbout this award
Honors criminal justice lawyers and judges for distinguished work and Section service.
Who it's for
Judges, prosecutors, defense lawyers, academics and other attorneys must be ABA Criminal Justice Section members. Exceptional Section service, ethical conduct, professionalism and cooperation across prosecution and defense considered. Formerly Charles R. English Award; renamed2024. Completed CJS form, criteria letter and nominee resume required; supporting letters/evidence optional. Incomplete packages excluded; award may be withheld absent qualified candidate.
Submitting this year?
Tracking Awards members get the submission link, a summary of what to send, and reminders for their whole team before ABA Charles R. English-Neal Sonnett Award closes.
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