Sole Legal Officer of the Year
Awarded to the sole in-house lawyer who has shown highest excellence beyond the expectations of their role and demonstrated added value to their organisation.
SOLE LEGAL OFFICER 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 sole 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 by the judging panel, so please ensure you address each of the four criteria, using a maximum of 200 words per criteria.
