Trailblazer Award

The Trailblazer Award recognizes the outstanding achievements, commitment, and leadership of lawyers who have paved the way for the advancement of other Arab American attorneys. Trailblazers have demonstrated vision, courage, and tenacity in their practice.

Selection Criteria and Required Material: The award recipient will be selected based on lifetime achievements, commitment, and leadership that have paved the way for the advancement of Arab American attorneys in Southern California. Of particular importance are those accomplishments that broke a barrier or resulted in attaining a goal not yet previously attained by an Arab American, including diversity and inclusion achievements in various practice areas (e.g., law firm, in-house, judge, civil rights, community organization, public sector, legal education). Prior involvement with AALASC is preferred, but not required. To apply or to recommend someone for this award, please provide a written statement detailing the nominee’s lifetime achievements that have paved the way for the advancement of Arab American attorneys in Southern California. Please also attach a current resume or company bio of the nominee.

Best Lawyers Under 40 Award

The Best Lawyers Under 40 Award recognizes talented individuals within the Arab American legal community under the age of 40 who have achieved prominence and distinction in their fields of endeavor—be it the practice of law, academia, business, civic and charitable affairs, the judiciary, or politics.

Selection Criteria and Required Material: Nominees must be Arab American attorneys admitted to practice in California, and be under the age of 40 as of May 1, 2020. Verification of this qualification may be required. The award recipients will be selected based on their demonstrated success and professionalism in the practice of law. Prior involvement with AALASC is preferred, but not required. To apply or to recommend someone for this award, please provide a written statement detailing the nominee's demonstrated success and professionalism in the practice of law. Please also attach a resume or company bio of the nominee.