The Women and Diversity in Law Awards 2026

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Secure your table and join us in London on 28 April as we celebrate the finalists and their achievements. The gala reception promises to be a unique and inspiring evening attended by colleagues from across the profession and hosted by a celebrity guest. Enjoy a welcome drinks reception, three-course dinner, and be the first to congratulate the winners!


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Judges

Categories

Outstanding Women Leaders

  • Woman of the Year
  • Law Firm Leader of the Year – International Law Firm 
  • Law Firm Leader of the Year – National/Regional Law Firm
  • Law Firm Leader of the Year – Boutique Law Firm
  • General Counsel of the Year 
  • Business Leader of the Year 
  • Unsung Hero 
  • Returner of the Year

Outstanding Women Practitioners

  • Dealmaker of the Year
  • Disputes Lawyer of the Year 
  • Advocate of the Year
  • Commercial Lawyer of the Year 
  • In-house Counsel of the Year
  • Rising Star – International Law Firm
  • Rising Star – National/Regional Law Firm
  • Rising Star – Boutique Law Firm
  • Rising Star – In-house Lawyer
  • Rising Star – Barrister

Diversity and Inclusion

  • Law Firm of the Year
  • Legal Department of the Year
  • Not-for-Profit Organisation or Representative Body of the Year
  • Supplier of the Year
  • Diversity Champion of the Year – Specialist Role
  • Diversity Champion of the Year – Barrister
  • Diversity Champion of the Year – In-House Lawyer
  • Diversity Champion of the Year – Legal Services Professional
  • Mentor of the Year
  • Diversity and Inclusion Initiative or Programme of the Year

Awards Timetable


Shortlist announced
Awards ceremony

Sponsors

Contacts

Entry Enquiries:

Sponsor enquiries:

Claire O'Leary

+44 20 8145 2323

wdlawards@globalcitymedia.com 

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