About

The Bolton Award, NABE's highest accolade, is presented annually to a bar executive who epitomizes the highest standard of professional excellence. It is named in honor of Fred Bolton, executive director and secretary of the Pennsylvania Bar Association from 1966 to 1977.

Eligibility

All active NABE members in good standing, excluding NABE board members, are eligible for nomination.

Criteria

The recipient will meet most of the following criteria: Professionalism, character, and integrity Vision and leadership Service to the legal profession Managerial ability Development of bar staff Providing cutting edge programs for members Improvements in the administration of justice Entrepreneurship and creativity Warmth, friendliness, and camaraderie Service within NABE generally

Links

Nomination form Past winners