ABOTA California Coast Chapter Honors Jay A. Hieatt with the 2026 Terrence J. Bonham Civility Award
The California Coast Chapter of the American Board of Trial Advocates is proud to announce Jay A. Hieatt, Esq. as the recipient of its 2026 Terrence J. Bonham Civility Award.
A member of Hall Hieatt Connely & Bowen LLP in San Luis Obispo, Mr. Hieatt has practiced law in California since 1982 and built a reputation as a skilled trial lawyer and a consummate professional. Across more than four decades of litigation, he has shown the qualities this award celebrates: integrity, courtesy toward opposing counsel, respect for the court, and an unwavering commitment to the civil justice system.
Mr. Hieatt has also given generously of his time to the Chapter, serving actively on its Executive Committee for the San Luis Obispo section and helping advance ABOTA’s work throughout the Central Coast.
The Terrence J. Bonham Civility Award recognizes a trial attorney who embodies the highest standards of civility and professionalism. These values are at the heart of ABOTA’s mission to preserve the right to trial by jury and to elevate the practice of law. Mr. Hieatt joins a distinguished group of past honorees who have set the standard for excellence and decorum in our legal community.
The Chapter will present the award at its Holiday Dinner and Installation of Officers on Friday, December 4, 2026, at The Wine Cask in Santa Barbara.
Please join us in congratulating Mr. Hieatt on this well deserved recognition.
