The Louisville Bar Association invites nominations for the 2025 Justice William E. McAnulty Jr. Trailblazer Award. This annual honor recognizes individuals who have made a lasting impact on racial and ethnic diversity in the legal profession. The award was created in 2003 to celebrate leaders who drive legal and social progress and is named for the first African American to serve on the Kentucky Supreme Court.
Nominees should reflect the spirit of the Trailblazer Award by meeting several or all of the following qualities:
- Advocates for racial equity and justice through the courts or legislation
- Promotes diversity, inclusion and cultural competency within the profession and the community
- Builds partnerships that strengthen diversity
- Advances diversity, equity and inclusion
- Shows dedication to raising awareness about the value of diversity
- Demonstrates a measurable impact on racial and ethnic diversity in the legal field
- Leads or participates in community outreach that supports the LBA mission on diversity
You may visit the LBA website to view prior recipients.
The award will be presented during the LBA Diversity and Inclusion Committee’s Black History Month program. Additional details will follow.
For questions, contact Lisa M. Murray.