In-house Corporate Counsel of the Year
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This award recognises an in-house corporate solicitor who has performed above and beyond their usual responsibilities.
It recognises excellence in practice, as well as innovation, ethical conduct and the role of mentorship.
Assessment Criteria: In 800 words or less, please answer the following, noting the weighting of each question.
- How does the nominee perform beyond their usual responsibilities to achieve exceptional outcomes for their organisation. (50 per cent)
- In what way does the nominee actively demonstrate innovation and ethical conduct in their role, and how has this has positively impacted their team or organisation. (25 per cent)
- How does the nominee set an example of what an exceptional in-house corporate lawyer looks like, including their personal impact on corporate culture, mentoring other solicitors, and commitment to service. (25 per cent)
Eligibility
Nominations for this award are open to individuals who:
- are NSW in-house corporate counsel; and
- hold a current NSW practising certificate; and
- are members of The Law Society of NSW
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Judging Panel
This award will be judged by the Law Society of NSW In-house Corporate Lawyers Committee.
Key dates
- Nominations open Monday 2 September
- Nominations close Tuesday 15 October
- Finalists announced Tuesday 22 October
- Awards ceremony Friday 6 December