Each year, Houston ABOTA proudly recognizes individuals whose dedication to trial advocacy, professionalism, civility, and the preservation of our civil justice system exemplifies the mission and values of ABOTA. These awards honor outstanding ABOTA members whose contributions have made a lasting impact on the legal profession and the community.
Houston ABOTA Awards:
-Paul Stallings Civility & Ethics Award
-Warriors of the 7th Amendment Award (50 years)
-Sentinel of the 7th Amendment Award
TEX-ABOTA Awards:
-Trial Lawyer of the Year
-Jurist of the Year
-Champion of Civil Justice Award
Paul Stallings Award for Exemplary Civility & Ethics:
In 2022, each chapter in TEX-ABOTA created an award that identifies and honors a member who has been a model of the ideals of civility and ethical practice that are the cornerstone of ABOTA’s mission. Houston ABOTA named its award after Paul Stallings. Paul was the head of the tort section at Vinson & Elkins for many years, and he exemplified professionalism, civility, integrity, and humility. He demanded nothing less of his lawyers, and quite a few lawyers in our chapter are the product of his leadership.
Trial Lawyer of the Year Award:
TEX-ABOTA Jurist of the Year Award:
TEX-ABOTA Champion of Civil Justice Award:
Warrior of the 7th Amendment:
This award is for Houston Chapter members who have practiced law for 50 years.
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Sentinel of the 7th Amendment:
A Sentinel is a soldier whose job is to stand guard to challenge all comers and prevent a surprise attack. ABOTA Houston Chapter’s Sentinel of the Seventh Amendment Award recognizes members who have steadfastly protected our Seventh Amendment right to trial by jury in their law practice, as an ABOTA member, and beyond.
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