Annual Meeting & Awards Luncheon Past Honorees
The Indiana Bar Foundation is deeply grateful for the dedicated community that continues to champion our mission and vision. Over the years, we have had the privilege of recognizing an exceptional and diverse group of individuals whose leadership, service, and commitment have made a lasting impact across Indiana.
These past honorees represent the very best of our profession and our communities—individuals who have advanced civic education, strengthened civil legal assistance, and inspired meaningful change.
Below is the full list of past award recipients.
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2025
Julie Slaughter – Champion of Civic Education
Hon. David Avery – Champion of Civil Legal Assistance
Timothy J. Abeska – Legend Award
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2024
Mike Fassold – Champion of Civic Education
Hon. Geoffrey Slaughter – Champion of Civil Legal Assistance
Marilyn Smith – Legend Award
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2023
Scott Barnhart – Champion of Civic Education
Hon. Melissa May – Champion of Civil Legal Assistance
Hon. Randall Shepard – Legend Award
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2022
Janet Chandler – Champion of Civic Education
Scott Wylie – Champion of Civil Legal Assistance
Hon. Steven David – Legend Award