Celebrating excellence across the legal sector by recognising the talent, achievements, and innovation from Australia's leading women in law.
Until submissions close – Friday, 21 August 2026
The Women in Law Awards 2026 returns to celebrate the exceptional women transforming Australia's legal profession through leadership, innovation and excellence.
As the nation's premier awards program dedicated to recognising the achievement of women across the legal sector, the Women in Law Awards shines a spotlight on the professionals and businesses setting new benchmarks across every area of law.
Whether you're a partner, barrister, in-house counsel, legal executive, academic, pro bono lawyer, rising star or part of an outstanding legal team, this is your opportunity to gain the national recognition your achievements deserve.
Submissions and nominations are now open, inviting Australia's most accomplished legal professionals and businesses to showcase their successes, celebrate career-defining achievements and be recognised alongside the industry's best.
Beyond the trophy, becoming a Women in Law Awards finalist or winner strengthens your professional profile, enhances your reputation, builds credibility with clients and peers, and positions you among the leaders shaping the future of the legal profession.
The awards culminate in a prestigious black-tie gala bringing together the country's most influential legal professionals for an evening celebrating excellence, leadership and the remarkable women driving the Australian legal industry forward.
Start your submission today or nominate an outstanding colleague, leader or business and be part of Australia's most prestigious celebration of women in law.
award categories covering every discipline
leaders, founders, researchers, and executives at the black-tie gala
recognition reaching ASX boardrooms, start-ups, universities, and government
annual awards program
For organisations, securing one of these awards will set you apart when attracting and retaining the best talent while strengthening your position when winning and retaining business. For individuals, recognition will underpin career advancement.
With a highly regarded judging panel, these awards form peer-reviewed recognition of your capabilities and passion for driving the profession forward.
A Women in Law award reaffirms the role of your organisation, or you personally, in advancing the legal profession.
Please contact Imogen Taylor on 0448 021 119 or via email if you have any questions or need help lodging your submission.
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Don’t miss out on the industry’s networking evening of the year in Melbourne.
A setting matching the calibre of the profession it celebrates: Crown Melbourne.
500+ legal leaders, partners, barristers, in-house counsel and practitioners in one room. The profession's premier celebration bringing together the women shaping the future of law in Australia.
A professionally produced awards presentation with a three-course dinner, premium wines, and live entertainment, culminating in 29 category winners.
