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Lawyers Weekly and principal partner Lawyers on Demand and Consilio are thrilled to announce the finalists for the eighth annual Corporate Counsel Awards.
Run in partnership with Lawyers on Demand (LOD) and Consilio, the Corporate Counsel Awards 2026 honours in-house counsel and law departments that have led their organisations towards unrivalled success in the past year.
The awards are, once again, bringing an unparalleled program that recognises the excellence of top-performing in-house legal professionals at a national level.
The expertise of in-house counsel and their teams not only safeguards organisations but also drives strategic initiatives, positioning the legal function as an essential partner in business growth.
The prestigious awards program demonstrates the breadth of talent among in-house counsel and departments across a diverse range of sectors, including travel, transport, sports, insurance, healthcare, not-for-profit, defence, real estate, education, and more.
A total of 161 finalists were selected across 34 submission-based categories, including 25 individual and 11 group categories.
Click here to see the full list of finalists.
Speaking on the partnership, Paul Cowling, Australian managing director at Lawyers on Demand, said: “It’s an absolute pleasure to return for the eighth year running as principal of the Corporate Counsel Awards, celebrating the trailblazing achievements and excellence of in-house legal counsel.
“This is a world where remarkable individuals are redefining the boundaries of our industry through innovative and exceptional work, driving real change and advancement.
“Similarly, at LOD, a Consilio Company, we’re passionate about empowering talented professionals to drive real change and advancement in their careers. We connect the best people with the most exciting organisations and clients, unlocking doors to new career paths and inspiring projects.
“This shared passion for innovation and excellence is what fuels our commitment to the awards, and we can’t wait to celebrate with the profession in May!”
The awards program recognises those influencing the profession and propelling the industry forward.
The 161 finalists will battle it out across the 36 categories at a black-tie gala on Thursday, 14 May 2025. Click here to buy tickets.
Being named a finalist in the Corporate Counsel Awards will distinguish professionals from their peers and enhance professional credibility to unlock new career opportunities.
Finalists were selected using a robust judging criteria, which is both quantitative and qualitative, and acknowledges growth, business development, diversity, leadership, innovation, business excellence, and contribution to Australia’s legal sector.
Click here to view the full list of finalists.
For more information on Corporate Counsel Awards, click here.
