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2025 Trial Judge of the Year Nominations

Trial Judge of the Year is an annual award given by ABOTA to a Minnesota trial court judge in the State or Federal Courts, recognizing excellence in the conduct of civil jury trials and dedication to professionalism, integrity, ethics, civility and fairness in the administration of justice. 

Submit your nomination here by May 12th.

Past Trial Judge of the Year recipients

Nominate a New Member

Membership in ABOTA is by invitation only. Use the Online Nomination Form to nominate a new member.

Nominees must have at least 7 civil jury trials to verdict plus additional experience to reach 100 points. They must also have a strong reputation for civility and professionalism.

Nominees will be vetted by the Executive Committee before being presented to the full membership for a vote. If a nominee receives a 75% affirmative vote of the membership, they will be contacted and asked to fill out and submit an ABOTA application.


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Nominate A Member

Do you know a Minnesota attorney who is an outstanding civil trial attorney, embodies civility and professionalism, and has at least 7 jury trials to verdict?  

Submit the Online Nomination Form and our Membership Committee will begin the vetting process.

Membership vetting is confidential.

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