Saturday, February 7, 2026 InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown
Join ASCDC members for an unforgettable evening at the 2026 ASCDC Installation & Awards Gala! Celebrate excellence and embrace the future at ASCDC’s Installation Reception, Dinner, and Awards Program—an event not to be missed!
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FOR THE BEST OF THE BEST IN 2025!
Nomination Categories
TRIAL LAWYER OF THE YEAR
Do you know a trial attorney who had one or more impressive trial verdicts this year? Nominate them for the 2025 Trial Lawyer of the Year Award!
The ASCDC Trial Lawyer of the Year Award honors exceptional trial achievements in defense litigation. This prestigious accolade celebrates the skill, dedication, and impact of trial attorneys who set the standard for excellence in our profession.
Nominees must be ASCDC members (anyone can nominate).
Submissions include lawyers who have had one or more outstanding trial verdicts in the 2025 calendar year.
The ASCDC Defense Win of the Year Award honors outstanding achievements in defense practice, showcasing the most impactful victories that shape the legal landscape. Could your case or a colleague's case earn this prestigious recognition?
Nominees must be ASCDC members (anyone can nominate).
Submissions include all non-trial defense wins from the 2025 calendar year.
Who is the next defense bar superstar? Nominate a rising star today!
The ASCDC Rising Star Award recognizes an attorney in practice for ten years or less whose accomplishments distinguish them as future leaders in the profession. Do you know an up-and-coming lawyer who exemplifies high achievement, professionalism, leadership, and service to the profession and the legal community?
Nominees must be ASCDC members (anyone can nominate).
Nominee must be in practice ten (10) years or less.
Selection Process: Finalists will be selected based on the details submitted for consideration. From these finalists, one outstanding attorney will be honored in each of the categories. Nominations will be reviewed by the Executive and Awards Committees, ensuring a thorough and fair evaluation of all submissions. The Awards Committee may contact nominees for a short interview prior to selecting the finalists and winners.
Inaugural Installation & Awards Gala Award Recipients
2024 Trial Lawyer of the Year
Stephen C. Pasarow, Esq. Knapp, Petersen & Clark
2024 Defense Win of the Year
Audish v. Macias
Robert C. Risbrough, Esq. Fitzgerald, Yap, Kreditor LLP
Robert M. Yoakum, Esq. Law Offices of Carmin Shaffer
