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Each year, the Connecticut Bar Association recognizes outstanding individuals whose leadership, service, professionalism, and commitment have made a lasting impact on the legal profession and our communities.

We invite you to help us celebrate those who inspire others by submitting a nomination for one of this year's awards. The CBA is currently accepting nominations for the awards to be presented at the 2027 Celebrate with the Stars awards dinner, which will take place on April 1, 2027.

Submit a Nomination 


Or email a completed nomination form to awards@ctbar.org

Nominations are due by Monday, August 31, 2026.
Use the links below to learn more about each award and view their selection criteria.

Charles J. Parker Legal Services Award
Citizen for the Law Award
Citizen of the Law Award
Distinguished Public Service Award
Henry J. Naruk Judiciary Award
John Eldred Shields Distinguished Professional Service Award
Tapping Reeve Legal Educator Award
The Honorable Anthony V. DeMayo Pro Bono Award

Plan to join us at this special celebratory evening on Thursday, April 1, 2027 where we will present our annual awards to the stars of our legal community who shine the brightest.