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Legal 500 Awards
Published by The Legal 500
Prestige 78/100Deadline
Mon Nov 14, 2026
120 days away
Fee
Free
Time to Apply
2–4 hrs
Winners
June 2026
Overview
The Legal 500 Awards are run by The Legal 500 and recognize standout law firms, teams, and practitioners across a range of practice and industry categories. The Legal 500 Awards recognize top law firms, attorneys, barristers, and in-house legal departments globally. Winners are determined independently based on extensive market research, client feedback, and comprehensive analysis of practice areas
Award Categories
28 categoriesThis award recognises winners across 28 categories. Apply in the category that best fits your company.
Regional Firm of the Year
Boutique Firm of the Year
Set of the Year
Practice Management of the Year
Deal of the Year
Next Generation Partner of the Year
Leading Associate of the Year
Lawyer of the Year
In-house Team of the Year
In-house ESG Champions
Rising Star In-house Counsel
In-house Lawyer of the Year
Client Service Excellence 2025
Practice Area Awards: Firm of the Year, Lawyer of the Year, and Next Generation Partner of the Year
Banking & Finance
Capital Markets
Corporate, Commercial and M&A
Construction
Dispute Resolution
Employment
Intellectual Property
Investment Funds
Projects and Infrastructure
Real Estate
Shipping & Transport
English Bar in the Middle East: Commercial
English Bar in the Middle East: Construction
Country Area Awards: Law Firm and Lawyer of the Year
Eligibility Requirements
- Open to law firms and legal teams participating in The Legal 500’s research cycle
- Submission materials must follow Legal 500’s jurisdiction-specific guidance and deadlines