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2025 Annual Gala
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— Sowing Seeds —
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The GALA

Langston’s Annual Awards Gala is not only one of the most highly anticipated gatherings of influential legal industry professionals, but also Langston’s premier fundraising event of the year.

It is a memorable evening where we honor distinguished legal and community leaders, while also supporting the future of the profession through the presentation of our prestigious scholarship awards to exceptional law students.
You are invited to join us as we celebrate this year’s theme: Sowing Seeds!
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2025 HONOREES

Bernard S. Jefferson
Judge of the Year

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Judge Lynne Hobbs

Los Angeles Superior Court

Loren Miller
Lawyer of the Year

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Lisa M. Gilford, Esq.

Partner, Sidley Austin LLP

Community
Impact Award

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Colin Kaepernick

Founder & CEO, Lumi
Founder, Know Your Rights Camp

Leadership

Award

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Franita Tolson

Dean & Carl Mason Franklin Chair in Law
USC Gould School of Law

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Award

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Malia M. Cohen

California State Controller

2025 OFFICERS

Tatianna Y. Metters Scurlock

President

Ludlow B. Creary II

President-Elect

John Mathews

Vice President

Jamilla Harris

Sergeant at Arms

Allan Claybon

Treasurer

Almuhtada Smith

Corresponding Secretary

Jennifer Fisher

Recording Secretary

Justin Palmer

Parliamentarian

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Our MISSION

To empower leadership, advance the professional development of its membership, and promote the administration of justice in the Black community and the community at large.

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Ways to Support

The funds raised from our Awards Gala guests, valued sponsors, and donors, along with membership dues, help ensure not only that the Awards Gala is a great success
but also provide significant support to the Langston Scholarship Fund.  

Help us reach our goal of awarding $100,000 in scholarships!

ATTEND
Secure your spot today and be part of an unforgettable evening.  You will not want to miss this memorable event!
Purchase your early bird tickets & tables today.
SPONSOR
Elevate your brand, connect with top professionals in the legal industry, and help shape the future of Langston.   Explore sponsorship opportunities.

 
DONATE
Every donation whether big or small makes a huge difference as we strive to reach our fundraising goal.
Donate to the Scholarship Fund.

 
2025 GALA SPONSORS
Sponsor Today and Have Your Logo Featured Here!
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Past GALA HIGHLIGHTS
Check out highlights from the 2023 Langston Gala and 2024 Langston Gala.
SEE YOU AT THE 2025 AWARDS GALA!
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