2026 NLADA Exemplar Awards Gala
Organized by National Legal Aid & Defender Association (NLADA)
The NLADA Exemplar Awards Gala honors members of the corporate counsel and private law firm communities who demonstrate outstanding leadership, vision, dedication, and ac...
- Dates
- Sep 24, 2026
- Location
- Washington, DC
- Deadline
- -
- Attendees
- 500
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About this conference
The NLADA Exemplar Awards Gala honors members of the corporate counsel and private law firm communities who demonstrate outstanding leadership, vision, dedication, and achievement in advancing equal justice. Exemplar Honorees are recognized for their invaluable commitment to pro bono and public service, as well as their support of NLADA's mission to ensure equal access to justice for all. The event also features the Kutak-Dodds Prizes, recognizing accomplishments of civil legal aid attorneys and public defenders, and the Beacon of Justice Awards, presented to pro bono legal community members who are tireless advocates for equal justice. The gala supports NLADA's mission of expanding access to counsel and safeguarding justice for all.
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2026 NLADA Exemplar Awards Gala Sponsorships offer unique opportunities to connect with leaders of the corporate, civil legal aid, and public defender communities. Sponsorship levels include Chairman's Circle ($100,000), Underwriter ($75,000), Patron ($50,000), Benefactor ($25,000), Beacon of Justice Awardee ($15,000), Mentor ($10,000), Ambassador ($5,000), and Friend ($2,500). Benefits vary by level and can include event tickets, recognition from the stage, advertisements in the digital program book, recognition on the event webpage and signage, social media acknowledgment, and inclusion in NLADA's annual Impact Report.
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