New-to-In-house Lawyer of the Year

Awarded to the in-house lawyer who has demonstrated highest aptitude and achievement beyond the expectations of their role during their transition into an in-house legal career.

New-to-In-house LAWYER OF THE YEAR

Award Criteria

Criteria 1

Demonstrated technical ability and making a smooth transition in adapting to an in-house role and adding value to the business and/or team beyond the expectation for a new-to-in-house lawyer.

Criteria 2

Demonstrated commercial acumen, facilitating organisational objectives beyond black letter law.

Criteria 3

Developing a strong network and demonstrated willingness to contribute within the in-house legal community.

Criteria 4

Bringing new ideas, skills and challenging the norms of the in-house team to bring about innovative change. Making a significant positive contribution to the development, enhancement, or success of their employer (for example, pro bono work or innovative practice measures). Showing initiative and leadership partnering within and external to the business.

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 any In-house lawyers in the first three years of their in-house legal career.

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