The purpose is to recognize a member who has shown exemplary dedication over an extended period of time to the American Lawyers Alliance through:

1. Accepting positions of leadership and accomplishing ALA objectives;
2. Continuing support of the American Lawyers Alliance when active on the national level;
3. Communicating the objectives of the American Lawyers Alliance and encouraging its programs on a local and/or national level; and
4. Displaying an attitude which encourages an interchange of ideas and experiences without sacrificing her/his own convictions.