The Judicial Council invites nominations for three Distinguished Service Awards, presented annually by the Chief Justice to recognize individuals who exemplify the strengths of leadership that have improved the administration of justice statewide.

• Jurist of the Year
  Honoring members of the judiciary for their extraordinary dedication to the highest principles of the administration of justice statewide
• Judicial Administration Award
  Honoring individuals in judicial administration for significant contributions to and leadership in their profession statewide
• Bernard E. Witkin Amicus Curiae Award
  Honoring individuals other than members of the judiciary for outstanding contributions to the courts of California