Call for Nominations
The Texas Center for Legal Ethics is now accepting nominations for the 18th annual Chief Justice Jack Pope Professionalism Award. The Award is presented to an appellate lawyer or judge who epitomizes the highest level of professionalism and integrity.
The Award honors one of the Center’s three founders, former Chief Justice Jack Pope, who was the recipient of the inaugural Award in 2009. Both active and retired lawyers and judges are eligible. The 2026 Pope Award will be presented at the Texas Supreme Court Historical Society Dinner in September 2026.
Nominations should include a one-page explanation of the nominee’s qualifications, as well as the nominee’s biography, resume, or CV.
Deadline for nominations: May 1, 2026.
Email nominations to:
Texas Center for Legal Ethics
info@legalethicstexas.com
Or mail nominations to:
Texas Center for Legal Ethics
PO Box 12487
Austin, TX 78711-2487