The James D. Lang Professional Development Award was created in recognition of the significant contribution to our community by popular legal publishing representative, Jim Lang.

Every year, $2,000 is allocated from the association’s funds to assist two or more TALL Members with their career development and professional development activities, with a maximum award of $1,000 per winner. We encourage everyone to apply as we want to support all members regardless of position or years in the industry.

The award is intended to support in-person or online attendance at a conference, a professional development program or course, or to help defray research-related costs of conducting a research project.

The successful award recipient will be required to:

• Submit original receipts or proof of course completion
• Submit an article (max 500 words) for inclusion in future publications such as the TALL website.

Qualifications:

• TALL member in good standing for at least one year
• Not have received a similar award from TALL in the past two years

Application Process
Please submit (max. 2 pages):

• A written statement demonstrating how the award will benefit the applicant’s professional development and career path
• Include a breakdown of anticipated costs
• Support in writing from an employer, peer or professional colleague

Questions can be sent to:

Annia Peat, Past President at pastpresident@talltoronto.ca

Timelines

• Start date for applications – April 11, 2025
• Application deadline – June 2, 2025
• Notification of results via email – early-mid June