Nominations open for YLS Liberty Bell, Tom Cochran awards

Do you know a non-lawyer or non-legal organization that has even better helped Missourians by promoting the advancement of justice? How about a Missouri lawyer who has shown outstanding commitment to community service activities? The Missouri Bar Young Lawyers’ Section is now accepting nominations for the 2023 Liberty Bell and Tom Cochran Community Service awards.

The Liberty Bell Award recognizes a non-lawyer or non-legal organization in Missouri that engages in public service activities that enhance the legal community or are dedicated to the advancement of justice. Nominations are due May 1. Click here to nominate a non-lawyer or non-legal organization for the Liberty Bell Award and learn about the nomination requirements.

Named after Thomas D. Cochran, the Tom Cochran Community Service Award recognizes a Missouri Bar member whose community service and professionalism has enhanced their community. Nominations are due May 1. Click here to nominate a lawyer for the Tom Cochran Community Service Award and learn about the nomination requirements.

Read about awards given by YLS, The Missouri Bar, and The Missouri Bar Foundation here.