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Lifetime Achievement in Law Award
For a lifetime given to the law
About this category
The Lifetime Achievement in Law Award recognises an individual whose legal career spans decades of service and achievement.
The judges look for lasting impact and the respect of colleagues and clients.
Eligibility
Open to individuals with a career of 20 years or more in law, based in or serving the region. Self-nominations and nominations made by others are both welcome.
Judging criteria
- Entries are judged on the length and impact of their career
- Legacy and the respect of peers and clients
Qualitative criteria
- What they set out to achieve, and why it mattered
- How they work with others
- What clients and colleagues say about them
Metrics
- Results delivered this year
- Clients or people helped
- Recognition already received
Additional criteria
Include examples of the work, the results in figures where possible and a word from a client or colleague.
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