Larry McNeill Research Fellowship in Texas Legal History

The Larry McNeill Research Fellowship in Texas Legal History is awarded annually for the best research proposal on some aspect of Texas legal history.

The application, which should be no longer than two pages, should specify the purpose of the research and provide a description of the end product (article or book). Please include a complete vita with the application. The winning recipient must be present at the TSHA Annual Meeting to receive the award. The $2,500 award will be announced at the Association's Annual Meeting. Judges may withhold the award at their discretion.

Individuals wishing to apply should submit an application form (and attach the proposal and a curriculum vita) by November 15, 2025. Only electronic copies submitted through the Apply Now link on this page and received by the deadline will be considered.

If you have trouble submitting the form electronically, please email us at: [email protected] or call 512-471-2600.

The Larry McNeill Research Fellowship in Texas Legal History was established in 2019 by the Texas Supreme Court Historical Society (TSCHS) in honor of Larry McNeill, a past president of TSCHS and the Texas State Historical Association. The award recognizes his commitment to fostering academic and grassroots research in Texas legal history.