Annual Justice Celebration 2026

Learn more about this year’s honorees:

Helen V. Cantwell Evan R. Chesler Adriene Holder

The Robert M. Kaufman Memorial Award
honors outstanding contributions to the administration of justice in New York State.

Learn more about the Robert M. Kaufman Award

The Fern Schair Public Service Award
recognizes extraordinary service in the public interest in New York.

Learn more about the Fern Schair Public Service Award

View Past Award Recipients

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