Nominations sought for Law Day Awards

The Delaware State Bar Association and the Awards Committee are seeking nominations for the following awards to be presented at the 2012 Law Day Luncheon on April 30, 2012 at the Hotel du Pont.

Liberty Bell Award – The Liberty Bell Award is given annually to an individual, who is not a judge or lawyer, who has rendered outstanding service to his or her community. The award is designed to promote a better understanding of government, a greater respect for the rule of law or a deeper sense of individual responsibility which contribute to the effective functioning of our governmental institutions.

Community Service Award – The Community Service Award recognizes annually a member of the judiciary or the Delaware Bar who has rendered meaningful service to the community and who has contributed significant time and effort to the greater Delaware community. Nominees should have demonstrated a commitment to leadership and service in activities that enrich and strengthen our community over a substantial period of time.

Myrna L. Rubenstein Professional Support Recognition Award – This Award recognizes long and dedicated service to the Bench and Bar of the State of Delaware, to the Bar Association, and to the Members thereof, which has contributed in a significant way to them and to the high ideals of the legal profession.

The DEADLINE for receiving nominations for the Liberty Bell Award, Community Service Award, and Myrna L. Rubenstein Professional Support Recognition Award is February 29, 2012.

Click here for the nomination form.