The Michigan Judges Association has created an award to recognize judicial excellence. Awards will be given each year to current or former Circuit and/or Court of Appeals judge(s) who demonstrate excellence in trial practice, scholarship, and service to the community and profession. To nominate a judge, download and print the attached nomination form. The deadline for submitting nominations is June 15, 2011. The award will be presented at the MJA Summer Conference on Mackinac Island.