Celebrating living African-American attorneys who have contributed immeasurably to the legal profession.
Sunday, January 25, 2026
The National Black Lawyers Top 100 Hall of Fame recognizes living legends who have contributed immeasurably to the legal profession through their work on major legal cases, pivotal changes in the law, and local or national policy. These awardees have used their tremendous talents to benefit the profession and mentored and inspired countless African American attorneys. Join us to induct our next Hall of Fame class on Sunday, January 25, 2026, at our seated four-course dinner the Loews Miami Beach Hotel in Miami, Florida!
Seats are $175. Active NBL Members can enjoy a subsidized price of $125.
Active members of The NBL only wishing to attend the Hall of Fame event can request a discount code to receive the subsidized ticket price when checking out through Stripe. (Discounts apply automatically when registering for the Summit using a Member ID.)
The National Black Lawyers Hall of Fame was created in conjunction with LaBarron Boone, the 2023 NBL President, to honor those who have contributed immeasurably to the legal profession – and the country – with their work on major legal cases, pivotal changes in the law and/ or local or national policy. These awardees have not only used their tremendous talents to benefit the profession but also have mentored and inspired countless African American attorneys.
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To date, The NBL Top 100 has inducted the incomparable: Honorable Dennis Archer, Barbara Arnwine, Ben Crump, Fred Gray, Wade Henderson, Sherrilyn Ifill, Elaine Jones, Judge Charles Price; Hezekiah Sistrunk, Jr., Bryan Stevenson, Christina Swarns, and Ben Wilson into the Hall of Fame. Each of these awardees has shared the foundations of their success, their greatest challenges, and their paths to their proudest achievements. We are so thankful for their living examples and their sage advice on the role of lawyers!
Hon. Dennis W. Archer
Ben Crump
Sherrilyn Ifill
2025
Awardees
The NBL Hall of Fame honors extraordinary lawyers whose achievements have shaped the course of justice and equality. These distinguished attorneys exemplify excellence in advocacy, service, and leadership. Their enduring legacy continues to inspire all, especially the next generation of legal trailblazers.
Join us for The Annual NBL Hall of Fame, a cocktail reception and seated four-course dinner that recognizes living legends who have contributed immeasurably to the legal profession with their work on major legal cases, pivotal changes in the law, and local or national policy. The awardees have used their tremendous talents to benefit the profession and mentored and inspired countless African American attorneys.
