American Bar Association — Criminal Justice Section
2026 edition · Nationwide
ABA Frank Carrington Crime Victim Attorney 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 legal advocacy and leadership advancing crime victims' rights.
Who it's for
Attorneys and legal service providers, including organizations, representing victims in criminal, juvenile or appellate courts OR improving policies for their treatment. Career contributions, scholarship/advocacy, volunteer work and leadership considered. Firms may qualify as legal service providers; no stated ABA membership or numerical years gate. 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 Frank Carrington Crime Victim Attorney Award closes.
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