Fellows Program Eligibility Requirements

The Fellows Program has grown to be a collection of AHLA’s most talented and illustrious members. Fellows have distinguished themselves in their health law practice or work in the health law community; health law expertise, knowledge, and skills; and through their service and contributions to AHLA. The number of AHLA Fellows selected each year varies; selection by the AHLA Board of Directors is an honor and recognition of outstanding service and commitment. 

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Award Nomination Criteria:   

• Sustained membership in AHLA for 15 years or more
• Sustained practice in health law or in a health-related profession for 15 years or more 
• Demonstrates professional acumen as one of the top health law professionals in their community
• Consistently high level of service to AHLA, i.e., governance support, mentorship, leadership, conference planning, speaking, writing, etc

Application Process  

A call for Fellows is open from February 15 through December 15 each year.  Members who meet the criteria and have been out of AHLA leadership for at least one year are encouraged to apply.  Members are also asked to encourage their colleagues worthy of consideration to submit an application.

Candidate Application (open February 15-December 15, 2025)  https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/dd1a3f41dc1b40fe83bcb67db6c4272f

Judging Panel  

The Fellows Coordinating Council (FCC) reviews all submissions. Candidates are asked to provide detailed and specific responses on the application. The FCC reviews only the application, with all identifying information redacted, ensuring candidates are evaluated solely on the quality and depth of their answers. Recommendations from the FCC are advanced to the Nominating Committee for consideration. A final slate is submitted to the Board of Directors. Upon election by the Board, the new incoming Fellows class is recognized in June each year.