Leonard R. Gilman Luncheon

Leonard R. Gilman Award Luncheon for Criminal Practice

Please join us for the grand finale of our signature Four-Part Luncheon Series: the annual Leonard R. Gilman Award Luncheon!

Join colleagues, members of the federal bench, federal judicial clerks, and criminal defense and prosecution practitioners from across the district for an afternoon honoring the pinnacle of excellence in federal criminal practice. During this capstone event of our luncheon series, we will proudly present the prestigious Leonard R. Gilman Award, accompanied by remarks from a distinguished keynote speaker (details to be announced).

About the Leonard R. Gilman Award

The Leonard R. Gilman Award is presented annually to an outstanding practitioner of criminal law who exemplifies the excellence, integrity, fierce advocacy, and dedication to public service embodied by the late Len Gilman, who served as United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Michigan at the time of his passing in 1985. Selected by a committee of prior award recipients—esteemed leaders from both the defense bar and the government—the honoree represents the highest ideals of trial advocacy, fairness, compassion, and unwavering professional civility.

Celebrate the Criminal Justice Bar

Whether you practice in the criminal courts or civil litigation, this luncheon serves as one of the Eastern District’s proudest traditions—bringing together our entire legal community to celebrate mutual respect, professional camaraderie, and exceptional courtroom advocacy.

Seats fill quickly for our luncheon series—reserve your spot today!

Event Details at a Glance

• Date: April 10

• Time: 11:30 AM Registration / 12:00 PM Program

• Location: Cambria / Detroit, MI

• Registration: Click HERE to register

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