Small Legal Team of the Year

Awarded to the small in-house legal team showing highest level of excellence, being recognised for effectiveness, integration with senior management, management of legal and commercial objectives and people development.

SMALL LEGAL TEAM OF THE YEAR

Award Criteria

Criteria 1

Efficient, timely and proactive legal advice – preferably supported by senior management of the organisation.

Criteria 2

Demonstrated and valued role and input within the senior management team.

Criteria 3

Demonstrated ability to balance legal obligations and the employer’s strategic objectives.

Criteria 4

People commitment as shown through the effective investment in training and development and fostering a collegiate environment which engenders support for all.

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.

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STEP 1

Confirm Eligibility - This award is for any in-house legal team comprising 2–5 lawyers (government, corporate or not-for-profit).

Team size is based on the number of lawyers, however; nominations should reflect the broader legal team, including paralegals and legal operations roles where relevant.

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