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2008 Warren E. Burger Prize Competition
Deadline: Postmarked by June 15, 2008.
2008 Warren E. Burger Prize
The American Inns of Court sponsors the Warren E. Burger Prize to
encourage thoughtful consideration of the
practical application of the highest principles of
professionalism in the American legal community. Through this
competition, significant contributions to the body of
scholarship in the areas of excellence, civility, ethics and
professionalism will be recognized and rewarded.
Rules, Style Requirements and Cover Page
Topic
The author should address one or more aspects of legal excellence,
civility, ethics or professionalism within
the legal profession. The selected issue(s) should be of
contemporary significance with clear relevance
to the legal community at large.
Dates
Deadline for submission of materials: postmarked by June 15, 2008
Announcement of winner: September 1, 2008
Presentation: October 11, 2008 at the Celebration of Excellence in Washington, DC
Submission Information
Submissions must be original and unpublished works of 10,000 – 25,000 words
including footnotes. Either independent or collaborative submissions are
allowed. All participants in drafting the final submission
must be designated as co-authors. Research assistants shall be
acknowledged by name in an appropriate footnote.
Each author or co-author may participate in only one entry per year.
A complete submission will include a completed cover page, one original
copy of the paper, and 3.5” diskette or CD containing both the cover
page information and paper in Microsoft Word or Corel Word Perfect format
for PC. Incomplete submissions will not be considered. Submissions
shall not be stapled or bound. A single binder clip should secure
the cover page and the article.
Cover Page
All blanks should be typed or legibly printed. The original, signed cover
page should be attached to the submission.
Contact Information
Submissions should be addressed to:
Cindy Dennis
Awards and Scholarships Coordinator
American Inns of Court
1229 King Street, Second Floor
Alexandria, Virginia 22314
For information or questions, please contact Ms. Dennis by phone at (800) 233-3590 ext. 104 or by
E-mail to cdennis@innsofcourt.org