The 2012 nominating process is open!

Candidate must meet the following criteria:

• Currently holds a judicial office other than sitting Chief Justice
• Has significant experience serving on state courts 
• Demonstrates promotion and implementation of innovation in the management of state courts
• Provides leadership at the national and/or state level to improve state systems of justice

The following information must accompany each nomination:

• Letter setting forth up to five major accomplishments of the nominee
• A résumé for the candidate
• Two letters of reference from individuals who have worked closely with the nominee and have direct knowledge of their major accomplishments

PLEASE SUBMIT NOMINATIONS TO:

Stacey Smith
National Center for State Courts
300 Newport Avenue
Williamsburg, VA 23185-4147
Phone: (757) 259-1816 / Fax: (757) 564-2067

Selection process

The Governance and Nominations Committee of the NCSC Board of Directors serves as the selection committee for this award with the advice and consent of the Chief Justice of the United States.  An award winner will be selected by August 31.