For-Purpose Lawyer of the Year

Awarded to an in-house lawyer working within a purpose-led organisation who has demonstrated outstanding excellence in delivering legal services, leadership, and meaningful impact in advancing their organisation’s mission.

FOR-PURPOSE LAWYER OF THE YEAR

Award Criteria

Criteria 1

Demonstrated excellence in the provision of legal services and/or the effective management of legal resources within a purpose-led organisation.

Criteria 2

Evidence of leadership, influence, or direction in legal practice or law-related management within their organisation.

Criteria 3

Significant contribution to advancing the mission, impact, or effectiveness of their organisation, including through innovation, collaboration, or resourcefulness.

Criteria 4

Demonstrated ability to adapt, build expertise, or lead across new or complex areas of law, or recognised thought leadership within their sector.

All criteria are weighted equally by the judging panel, so please ensure you address each of the four criteria, using a maximum of 200 words per criteria.

STEP 1

Confirm Eligibility - This award is for In-house lawyers working within not-for-profit, charitable, or other purpose-led organisations.

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 optional supporting documents

STEP 5

Complete submission by 21 July 2026, 5.00pm AEST

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Nominations close 7th July 5.00pm AEST