A very special congratulations to Jonathan Mattiello, Executive Director of the State Justice Institute, on receiving the 2026 Ernest C. Friesen Award at the National Association of Presiding Judges and Court Officers (NAPCO) Conference in Wilmington, Delaware. This prestigious award recognizes Jonathan’s outstanding contributions to the courts and his dedicated leadership and service to the justice community. We are incredibly proud to celebrate this well-deserved honor.

Presented by The Justice Management Institute (JMI) Board of Directors, the award recognizes an individual who exemplifies excellence in court leadership and honors Ernie Friesen’s exceptional analytic abilities, unwavering commitment to effective court management, leadership in education, and passion for justice. Jonathan’s dedication to strengthening courts, advancing judicial education, and supporting the justice community makes this recognition especially meaningful.

We are so proud of Jonathan, and his remarkable recognition! ⚖️🏆