General Counsel of the Year

Awarded to the general counsel who has shown highest excellence beyond the expectations of their role and demonstrated added value to their organisation

GENERAL COUNSEL OF THE YEAR

Award Criteria

Criteria 1

Demonstrated excellence in the provision of legal services and the management of legal resources - preferably supported by senior management.

Criteria 2

Provision of outstanding leadership or direction in area/s of law or law-related management practised by in-house lawyers

Criteria 3

Significant positive contribution to the development, enhancement, or success of their employer (for example, pro bono work or innovative practice measures).

Criteria 4

Demonstrated ability to develop knowledge of legal matters or law not previously practiced - or acknowledged thought leadership of a particular area of the law.

All criteria are weighted equally for judging by the judging panel, so please ensure you address all four criteria points using a maximum of 150 words per criteria.

STEP 1

Confirm Eligibility - This award is for Legal leaders who hold the most senior legal officer role within their organisation.

STEP 2

Download the General Counsel of the Year nomination statement

STEP 3

Complete nomination statement covering all 4 criteria

STEP 4

Login into the Awards Portal

STEP 5

Upload nomination statement and complete the submission by 7 July 2026, 5.00pm AEST

GENERAL COUNSEL OF THE YEAR

Award Criteria

Criteria 1

Demonstrated excellence in the provision of legal services and the management of legal resources - preferably supported by senior management.

Criteria 2

Provision of outstanding leadership or direction in area/s of law or law-related management practised by in-house lawyers

Criteria 3

Significant positive contribution to the development, enhancement, or success of their employer (for example, pro bono work or innovative practice measures).

Criteria 4

Demonstrated ability to develop knowledge of legal matters or law not previously practiced - or acknowledged thought leadership of a particular area of the law.

All criteria are weighted equally for judging by the judging panel, so please ensure you address all four criteria points using a maximum of 150 words per criteria.

STEP 1

Confirm Eligibility - This award is for Legal leaders who hold the most senior legal officer role within their organisation.

STEP 2

Login into the Awards Portal

STEP 3

Address all four criteria points using a maximum of 200 words per criteria.

STEP 4

Upload headshot/logo, bio and supporting documents (optional)

STEP 5

Complete submission by 7 July 2026, 5.00pm AEST

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