100th Annual Convention & Exhibits
2025 Fred D. Gray Hall of Fame
The National Bar Association is proud to announce that nominations for the 2025 Fred D. Gray Hall of Fame have officially closed, and the honorees have been selected.
This year’s distinguished inductees have each practiced law for 40 years or more and exemplify a lifetime of excellence in advocacy, service, and the pursuit of justice. As the NBA celebrates a century of impact, we are honored to recognize these legal trailblazers whose work has shaped the profession and strengthened our communities.
Please join us in celebrating this group of legal giants.
Thursday July 31, 2025
Hyatt Regency Chicago
151 East Wacker Drive - Chicago, IL
Fred D. Gray Ticket and Ad Links:
Individual Ticket – $150
Table of 10 – $2,000
Half-Page Ad – $250
Full-Page Ad – $500
2025 Fred D. Gray Hall of Fame Honorees
Honorable Cynthia J. Ayers (Posthumous)
Clyde E. Bailey, Sr. (Posthumous)
Vanita M. Banks, NBA President (2007–2008)
Robert L. Bell
Margo Bouchet
Honorable Steven Brister, J.M.C.
Honorable Sharon V. Burrell
Honorable L. Clifford Davis (Posthumous)
Beverly F. Druitt, Esq.
Honorable Mablean Ephriam
Charlye O. Farris (Posthumous)
Linnes Finney, Jr., NBA President (2006–2007)
Jenice Golson-Dunlap
Honorable Marcella Holland
Jason Holt
Honorable Gregory Eugene Jackson
Nathaniel Lee
Valerie D. Lewis
Hon. Denise Langford Morris
Harold Pope, NBA President (1999–2000)
William C.E. Robinson
Vickie Turner
Honorable Monte Watkins