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Outstanding Contribution to Law Award
For a contribution the whole profession recognises
About this category
The Outstanding Contribution to Law Award recognises an individual whose work over many years has made a lasting mark on law and the people in it.
It honours influence felt far beyond their own firm.
Eligibility
Open to individuals with a long and distinguished career 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 significance of the contribution
- Influence on the profession
- People developed and the respect of peers
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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