The Robert C. Riter Distinguished Service Award is granted to the SDDLA member for his or her exceptional service to the SDDLA on a continuing and sustained basis.

Collegiality Award

The SDDLA Collegiality Award is given annually to recognize one of its members for uncompromising client advocacy while unfailingly demonstrating utmost respect for the justice system, judges, opposing counsel, and other parties.

SDDLA Associate Lawyer Award

The SDDLA Associate Lawyer Award is given annually to recognize one of the Association’s associate lawyers who has consistently demonstrated growing professional excellence and service to his or her community.