A simple
one-or two-page letter is all that is needed; however, if you want
to include more information remember that each nomination is limited
to a total of five, single-sided, 8 ½ x 11" pages.
Information to include:
Awards for individuals:
- Assume that committee members do not know the nominee so include background information, i.e. type of practice, years of practice, think of it as painting a picture with words.
- What specifically has the nominee done to deserve recognition? The more details the better.
- What makes your nominee stand out above others?
- If the nominee has done many things, give at least one example.
- Think of the three words that in your opinion best describe the nominee's character and attitude.
- Is nominee involved in county or state bar association activities?
- Is the nominee also involved in community activities?
- How has this activity improved the community in or for which the work was performed?
- What is inspiring, courageous, unusual or innovative about the nominee's achievement?
- Has the nominee been recognized by other organizations?
- Do you have a newspaper clipping about the nominee's accomplishments?
Awards for groups:
- County bar associations should include the number of its members and the percentage of members participating in activities.
- Compare this year's activities with what has been done in the past; what makes this year's effort stand out?
- Do you have any newspaper clippings about your activities?
- What positive results did the group's effort produce within the legal profession and/or in the community?
- Be specific, details are helpful when selecting one winner from many worthy nominees. Put efforts into perspective by providing a little history or background information.
Other Tips:
- If you have submitted a nomination in the past that was not a winner, try again.
- Before submitting your nomination, ask an objective person to read it. Ask him/her what other information they would want to know.
- More importance is placed on details about the nominee than on seconding letters.
Submission Information:
- Nominations must be received by Friday,
August 14, 2009.
- Nominations may be e-mailed as a Word, WordPerfect
or PDF attachment. Send to jeffk@okbar.org
If mailing via U.S. mail service, send to:
Renée Hildebrant, Chairperson
OBA Awards Committee
P.O. Box 53036
Oklahoma City, OK 73152 |
