The ADR Law Firm of the Year award recognizes the outstanding achievements and contributions of a law firm in the field of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR). This award is open to law firms that have demonstrated excellence, innovation, and effectiveness in resolving disputes through ADR methods, such as negotiation, mediation, arbitration, or other non-litigation approaches.

Judges will consider the following criteria:

1. ADR Expertise: Demonstrated deep knowledge and understanding of various ADR methods, processes, and techniques.
2. Track Record: Successful resolution of complex disputes through ADR, including notable cases or achievements in achieving favorable outcomes for clients.
3. Innovation and Creativity: Introduction of innovative strategies or approaches in utilizing ADR to resolve disputes more efficiently, cost-effectively, or with enhanced outcomes.
4. Client Satisfaction: Positive feedback and testimonials from clients regarding the law firm’s ADR services, responsiveness, and overall client experience.
5. Thought Leadership: Contributions to the field of ADR through publications, presentations, or participation in industry associations, committees, or initiatives aimed at advancing ADR practices and standards.

Submission Requirements: To enter, provide a comprehensive overview of the law firm’s ADR achievements, including notable cases, successful ADR strategies, innovative approaches, and thought leadership activities. Include specific examples of client successes and testimonials highlighting client satisfaction. Supporting evidence, such as publications, presentations, or industry recognition, can be included to strengthen the submission.

Word Limit: The submission should not exceed 800 words

The Banking and Financial Services Law Firm of the Year award recognizes the exceptional achievements and contributions of a law firm in the field of banking and financial services law. This award is open to law firms that have demonstrated excellence, expertise, and effectiveness in providing legal services to clients in the banking and financial sectors.

Judges will consider the following criteria:

1. Legal Expertise: Demonstrated deep knowledge and understanding of banking and financial services laws, regulations, and industry practices.
2. Track Record: Successful representation and advisory work for clients in complex banking and financial transactions, regulatory matters, compliance issues, or disputes.
3. Innovation and Creativity: Introduction of innovative strategies or approaches to address emerging legal challenges and trends in the banking and financial services industry.
4. Client Impact: Positive outcomes for clients in terms of legal advice, risk management, deal structuring, or dispute resolution, leading to enhanced financial performance, reputation, or market position.
5. Thought Leadership: Contributions to banking and financial services law through publications, presentations, or participation in industry associations, committees, or initiatives aimed at advancing legal practices and standards in the sector.

Submission Requirements: To enter, provide a comprehensive overview of the law firm’s achievements in banking and financial services law. Include specific examples of successful client representations, notable transactions, regulatory compliance work, or dispute resolution outcomes. Highlight the firm’s expertise, innovative approaches, and thought leadership activities. Supporting evidence, such as case studies, client testimonials, publications, or industry recognition, can be included to strengthen the submission.

Word Limit: The submission should not exceed 800 words.

The Competition Law Firm of the Year award recognizes a law firm’s exceptional achievements and contributions in the field of competition law. This award is open to law firms that have demonstrated excellence, expertise, and effectiveness in providing legal services related to competition law, including antitrust, merger control, cartels, and competition compliance.

Judges will consider the following criteria:

1. Legal Expertise: Demonstrated deep knowledge and understanding of competition laws and regulations in relevant jurisdictions.
2. Track Record: Successful representation of clients in complex competition law matters, including investigations, enforcement actions, merger filings, or litigation.
3. Innovation and Creativity: Introduction of innovative strategies or approaches to navigate competition law challenges, provide practical advice, or develop creative solutions for clients.
4. Client Impact: Positive outcomes for clients regarding compliance with competition laws, risk mitigation, successful merger clearances, or favorable resolutions in competition disputes.
5. Thought Leadership: Contributions to competition law through publications, presentations, or participation in industry associations, committees, or initiatives aimed at shaping competition law practices and policies.

Submission Requirements: To enter, provide a comprehensive overview of the law firm’s achievements in competition law. Include specific examples of successful client representations, notable cases, merger clearances, or competition law compliance work. Highlight the firm’s expertise, innovative approaches, and thought leadership activities. Supporting evidence, such as case studies, client testimonials, publications, or industry recognition, can be included to strengthen the submission.

Word Limit: The submission should not exceed 800 words.

Emerging Law Firm of the Year

Eligibility: This award is open to law firm teams, with at least some members based in the Middle East. Each law firm is allowed only one entry.

Entry criteria: For this award, entries should focus on a single corporate deal with a significant Middle East element. The deal should set new standards in the delivery of legal services and demonstrate the law firm’s market-leading position. The entry should provide an overview of the deal’s key features, explain its significance, and outline the team’s role.

Judges will consider the following criteria:

1. Legal expertise and innovation
2. Project management skills
3. Team working
4. Client satisfaction and value for money

Submission Requirements: The online entry form or document submission should adhere to the following sections and word limits:

1. Deal Outline: Describe the deal and its importance in 150 words.
2. Team’s Role: Explain the team’s role in the deal, including details of team members and the lead lawyer. Highlight how the team excelled in terms of legal expertise and innovation, project management skills, and team working in 400 words.
3. Outcomes: Provide evidence of client satisfaction and the value brought by the team. Describe the difference made by the team in 250 words.

Note: Please record the word count for each section in your document if submitting it in that format.

The Insurance Law Firm of the Year award recognizes the exceptional achievements and contributions of a law firm in the field of insurance law. This award is open to law firms that have demonstrated excellence, expertise, and effectiveness in providing legal services to clients in the insurance industry, including insurance companies, reinsurers, brokers, and policyholders.

Judges will consider the following criteria:

1. Legal Expertise: Demonstrated deep knowledge and understanding of insurance laws, regulations, and industry practices, including coverage disputes, policy interpretation, claims handling, and regulatory compliance.
2. Track Record: Successful representation and advisory work for clients in complex insurance matters, including coverage disputes, subrogation claims, insurance policy drafting and negotiation, risk management, and insurance-related litigation.
3. Client Impact: Positive outcomes for clients in terms of successful resolution of insurance claims, favorable coverage determinations, risk mitigation, and protection of their interests.
4. Innovation and Adaptability: Introduction of innovative strategies, technologies, or approaches that address emerging challenges in the insurance industry, such as insurtech, cybersecurity, or evolving regulatory landscape.
5. Thought Leadership: Contributions to the field of insurance law through publications, presentations, or participation in industry associations, committees, or initiatives aimed at advancing insurance legal practices and shaping industry standards.

Submission Requirements: To enter, provide a comprehensive overview of the law firm’s achievements in insurance law. Include specific examples of successful client representations, notable cases or claims, insurance policy advisory work, or contributions to insurance law development. Highlight the firm’s expertise, client impact, innovation, and thought leadership activities. Supporting evidence, such as case studies, client testimonials, publications, or industry recognition, can be included to strengthen the submission.

Word Limit: The submission should not exceed 800 words.

Eligibility: This award is open to law firms that specialize in litigation. There are no restrictions on the geographical location or size of the firm. Each law firm is allowed only one entry.

Entry Criteria: Entries for the Litigation Law Firm of the Year award should focus on the law firm’s exceptional achievements and contributions in the field of litigation. The entry should highlight the firm’s expertise, successful case outcomes, and its impact on clients.

Judges will consider the following criteria:

1. Legal Expertise: Demonstrated deep knowledge and understanding of litigation laws, procedures, and strategies relevant to the firm’s jurisdiction.
2. Track Record: Successful representation of clients in high-stakes and complex litigation cases, showcasing the firm’s ability to handle diverse litigation matters effectively.
3. Client Impact: Positive outcomes achieved for clients, such as favorable court judgments, settlements, or successful resolution of disputes that protect clients’ interests.
4. Advocacy and Legal Strategy: Demonstrated skill in developing and executing effective trial strategies, delivering persuasive advocacy, and achieving successful results for clients.
5. Thought Leadership: Contributions to the field of litigation through thought leadership activities, such as publications, presentations, involvement in legal associations, or participation in shaping legal precedents and practices.

Submission Requirements: To enter, provide a comprehensive overview of the law firm’s achievements in litigation. Describe specific examples of successful case representations, notable victories, or significant settlements. Highlight the firm’s expertise, client impact, legal strategies, and any thought leadership activities. Supporting evidence, such as case studies, client testimonials, publications, or industry recognition, can be included to strengthen the submission.

Word Limit: The submission should not exceed 800 words.

Eligibility: Independent law firms headquartered in Each Country

Entry criteria:

• Demonstrate leadership in chosen markets and significant progress over the past 12-18 months.
• Evidence of legal expertise and innovation, strategic vision, business winning, client care, employee development, sustainable financial performance, and commitment to CSR.
• Highlight deals, cases, client wins, and initiatives that showcase the firm’s performance.
• Objective data and research supporting the entry are advantageous.

Online entry form sections and word limits:

1. Firm profile: Brief overview of the firm, including size, history, number of offices, and key practice areas. (150 words)
2. Strategy and milestones: Outline the firm’s strategy, goals, and key milestones. Provide evidence of success, including financial data, flagship deals, client wins, and relevant developments such as partner hires, technology investment, and client feedback programs. (500 words)
3. Employee development and CSR: Explain how the firm excels in employee development and corporate social responsibility. (150 words)

Entry Criteria: To be considered for this competition, entrants must demonstrate to the judges their exceptional service provided to clients during the past 12-18 months.

Judges will look for evidence of the following:

• Handling specific client crises with meticulous guidance
• Assessing the scale of the crisis threat
• Providing innovative advice
• Implementing media strategies to manage client reputation
• Taking steps on social media to improve client reputation

Submissions should emphasize cases and information that showcase the firm’s outstanding performance. Objective data and research supporting the entry will be highly regarded by the judges.

Please include the following information:

1. Briefly describe your firm’s expertise in this area, including size, history, and geographical reach (150 words).
2. Strategy and Milestones: Outline your firm’s Middle East strategy, including goals and key milestones. Provide evidence of its success, such as financial data, flagship deals, client wins, and relevant developments like partner hires, technology investments, and client feedback programs (500 words).
3. Employee Development and CSR: Explain how your firm excels in employee development and corporate social responsibility (CSR) efforts (150 words).

For the “Mergers and Acquisition Law Firm of the Year” award, entrants must demonstrate exceptional expertise and achievements in mergers and acquisitions.

Submission Requirements:

1. Firm Overview: Briefly describe your firm’s mergers and acquisitions expertise, including size, history, and geographical reach (150 words).
2. Noteworthy Cases and Achievements: Highlight specific successful deals, notable clients, and innovative strategies (500 words).
3. Financial Performance: Present objective financial data showcasing the success of your firm’s mergers and acquisitions practice (150 words).
4. Thought Leadership and Innovation: Showcase contributions to thought leadership and innovation in the field (150 words).
5. Client Satisfaction and Testimonials: Share client testimonials or feedback, highlighting client satisfaction initiatives (150 words).
6. Employee Development and CSR: Outline initiatives for employee development and corporate social responsibility (150 words).

By providing compelling information in these areas, you increase your chances of winning the award.

To compete for the “Oil and Gas Law Firm of the Year” award, firms must demonstrate exceptional expertise and achievements in the oil and gas sector.

Submission Requirements:

1. Firm Overview: Briefly describe your law firm’s expertise in oil and gas, including size, history, and geographical reach (150 words).
2. Noteworthy Cases and Achievements: Highlight specific successful cases, significant clients, and notable achievements in the oil and gas industry (500 words).
3. Financial Performance: Present objective financial data demonstrating your firm’s success in the oil and gas sector (150 words).
4. Thought Leadership and Innovation: Showcase your firm’s contributions to thought leadership and innovation in the oil and gas field (150 words).
5. Client Satisfaction and Testimonials: Share client testimonials or feedback, emphasizing your firm’s commitment to client satisfaction in the oil and gas industry (150 words).
6. Employee Development and CSR: Outline initiatives related to employee development and corporate social responsibility specific to the oil and gas sector (150 words).

By providing compelling information in these areas, you enhance your chances of winning the “Oil and Gas Law Firm of the Year” award.

To compete for the “Private Equity Law Firm of the Year” award, firms must demonstrate exceptional expertise and achievements in the field of private equity.

Submission Requirements:

1. Firm Overview: Briefly describe your law firm’s expertise in private equity, including size, history, and geographical reach (150 words).
2. Noteworthy Cases and Achievements: Highlight specific successful cases, significant clients, and notable achievements in the private equity sector (500 words).
3. Financial Performance: Present objective financial data showcasing your firm’s success in serving private equity clients (150 words).
4. Thought Leadership and Innovation: Showcase your firm’s contributions to thought leadership and innovation in the private equity field (150 words).
5. Client Satisfaction and Testimonials: Share client testimonials or feedback, emphasizing your firm’s commitment to client satisfaction in private equity matters (150 words).
6. Employee Development and CSR: Outline initiatives related to employee development and corporate social responsibility, particularly in the context of private equity (150 words).

By providing compelling information in these areas, you enhance your chances of winning the “Private Equity Law Firm of the Year” award.

To compete for the “Tax Law Firm of the Year” award, firms must showcase exceptional expertise and achievements in the field of tax law.

Submission Requirements:

1. Firm Overview: Briefly describe your law firm’s expertise in tax law, including size, history, and geographical reach (150 words).
2. Noteworthy Cases and Achievements: Highlight specific successful tax cases, notable clients, and achievements in the tax law field (500 words).
3. Thought Leadership and Innovation: Showcase your firm’s contributions to thought leadership and innovation in the tax law field (150 words).
4. Financial Performance: Present objective financial data demonstrating your firm’s success in handling tax matters (150 words).
5. Client Satisfaction and Testimonials: Share client testimonials or feedback, emphasizing your firm’s commitment to client satisfaction in tax-related matters (150 words).
6. Employee Expertise: Highlight the expertise and qualifications of your tax law team, including certifications or advanced training (150 words).
7. Tax Planning and Advisory Services: Outline the range of tax planning and advisory services your firm offers to clients, including international tax planning, corporate tax compliance, or other specialized areas (150 words).

By providing compelling information in these areas, you enhance your chances of winning the “Tax Law Firm of the Year” award.

To compete for the “Technology, Media, and Telecommunications Law Firm of the Year” award, firms must demonstrate exceptional expertise and achievements in the field of technology, media, and telecommunications law.

Submission Requirements:

1. Firm Overview: Briefly describe your law firm’s expertise in technology, media, and telecommunications law, including size, history, and geographical reach (150 words).
2. Noteworthy Cases and Achievements: Highlight specific successful cases, notable clients, and achievements in the technology, media, and telecommunications sector (500 words).
3. Thought Leadership and Innovation: Showcase your firm’s contributions to thought leadership and innovation in the technology, media, and telecommunications field (150 words).
4. Financial Performance: Present objective financial data demonstrating your firm’s success in handling technology, media, and telecommunications matters (150 words).
5. Client Satisfaction and Testimonials: Share client testimonials or feedback, emphasizing your firm’s commitment to client satisfaction in technology, media, and telecommunications matters (150 words).
6. Industry Expertise: Highlight your firm’s industry-specific knowledge and experience in intellectual property, data privacy, digital media, or telecommunications regulations (150 words).
7. Technology Focus: Outline your firm’s focus on emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, or cybersecurity, and how it positions your firm as a leader in the technology, media, and telecommunications field (150 words).

By providing compelling information in these areas, you enhance your chances of winning the “Technology, Media, and Telecommunications Law Firm of the Year” award.

Trademark Attorney of the Year

Eligibility:

Open to in-house legal teams based globally, comprising a minimum of Eight lawyers.

Entry Criteria:

The judges will evaluate submissions based on the following criteria:

• Legal expertise and innovation
• Strategic vision
• Teamwork
• Client satisfaction
• Employee development
• Contribution to the success of the business
• Efficiency

Submissions should highlight exemplary work and initiatives that showcase the team’s performance across various in-house responsibilities (financial, customer, operational, and people), rather than focusing solely on high-profile transactions.

Online Entry Form Sections:

1.     Department Profile (100 words):
   Provide a brief description of your company and outline the legal department’s areas of responsibility, including business units and regions.
2.     Department Structure (100 words):
   Specify the number of lawyers in the department and describe the team’s structure.
3.     Achievements (500 words):
   Explain how your department has excelled in fulfilling its in-house responsibilities. Provide evidence of legal expertise and innovation, strategic vision, teamwork, client satisfaction, employee development, contribution to the business’s success, and efficiency. Offer concrete examples of how you have supported the company in achieving its strategic objectives.
4.     Feedback (100 words):
   Include a written reference from an executive within your company.

Please adhere to the word limits for each section and maintain the same headings if submitting your entry as a separate document. Additionally, record the word count for each section on your document.

Eligibility:

Open to in-house legal teams based globally, comprising a minimum of Five lawyers.

Entry Criteria:

The judges will evaluate submissions based on the following criteria:

•       Legal expertise and innovation
•       Strategic vision
•       Teamwork
•       Client satisfaction
•       Employee development
•       Contribution to the success of the business
•       Efficiency

Submissions should highlight exemplary work and initiatives that showcase the team’s performance across various in-house responsibilities (financial, customer, operational, and people), rather than focusing solely on high-profile transactions.

Online Entry Form Sections:

1. Department Profile (100 words):
   Provide a brief description of your company and outline the legal department’s areas of responsibility, including business units and regions.
2. Department Structure (100 words):
   Specify the number of lawyers in the department and describe the team’s structure.
3. Achievements (500 words):
   Explain how your department has excelled in fulfilling its in-house responsibilities. Provide evidence of legal expertise and innovation, strategic vision, teamwork, client satisfaction, employee development, contribution to the business’s success, and efficiency. Offer concrete examples of how you have supported the company in achieving its strategic objectives.
4. Feedback (100 words):
   Include a written reference from an executive within your company.

Please adhere to the word limits for each section and maintain the same headings if submitting your entry as a separate document. Additionally, record the word count for each section on your document.

Eligibility:
Open to General Counsel or Heads of Legal who lead a team of more than 8 lawyers.

Entry Criteria:
The judges will evaluate submissions based on the following criteria:

• Leadership qualities
• Strategic vision
• Troubleshooting and legal skills
• Commitment to employee development
• Client satisfaction
• Contribution to the business’s success
• Contribution to the broader community

Submissions should highlight tangible and measurable ways the General Counsel has contributed to the company’s success across various in-house responsibilities (financial, customer, operational, and people), rather than focusing solely on high-profile transactions.

• Online Entry Form Sections: Name, Title, and Company
• Role (200 words): Describe your role, including your areas of responsibility, reporting line, and the size of your legal team.
• Achievements (500 words): Explain how you have excelled across the full spectrum of in-house responsibilities. Provide evidence of your leadership skills, contributions to the community and/or business life, strategic vision, troubleshooting and legal skills, and your commitment to employee development. Give concrete examples of how you have helped the company achieve its strategic objectives.
• Feedback (100 words) : Include a written reference from an executive within your company.

Please adhere to the word limits for each section and maintain the same headings if submitting your entry as a separate document. Additionally, record the word count for each section on your document.

Eligibility:
Open to General Counsel or Heads of Legal who lead a team of at least Seven lawyers.

Entry Criteria:
The judges will evaluate submissions based on the following criteria:

• Leadership qualities
• Strategic vision
• Troubleshooting and legal skills
• Commitment to employee development
• Client satisfaction
• Contribution to the business’s success
• Contribution to the broader community

Submissions should highlight tangible and measurable ways the General Counsel has contributed to the company’s success across various in-house responsibilities (financial, customer, operational, and people), rather than focusing solely on high-profile transactions.

• Online Entry Form Sections: Name, Title, and Company
• Role (200 words): Describe your role, including your areas of responsibility, reporting line, and the size of your legal team.
• Achievements (500 words): Explain how you have excelled across the full spectrum of in-house responsibilities. Provide evidence of your leadership skills, contributions to the community and/or business life, strategic vision, troubleshooting and legal skills, and your commitment to employee development. Give concrete examples of how you have helped the company achieve its strategic objectives.
• Feedback (100 words):Include a written reference from an executive within your company.

Please adhere to the word limits for each section and maintain the same headings if submitting your entry as a separate document. Additionally, record the word count for each section on your document.

Eligibility:
This award is open to in-house lawyers who do not hold the position of general counsel or head of legal. They should have between four and 10 years of experience. Only one entry is allowed per Middle East legal team.

Entry Criteria: Judges will assess the following criteria:

1. Leadership
2. Strategic vision
3. Troubleshooting and legal skills
4. Client satisfaction
5. Contribution to the success of the business
6. Contribution to the wider community

Submission Requirements: The submission should demonstrate specific, preferably measurable, ways in which the entrant has contributed to the success of their company.

Submission Sections and Word Limits:

1. Name, title, and company
2. Role – Describe your role, years of post-qualification experience, and areas of responsibility (100 words).
3. Achievements – Highlight your leadership ability, strategic vision, troubleshooting and legal skills, client satisfaction, and contribution to the success of the business and the wider community (600 words).
4. Feedback – Provide a written reference from an executive within your company (100 words).

This award recognizes the in-house legal team that has demonstrated the most innovative and effective use of technology. The team should have implemented technological solutions that have significantly improved their legal operations, efficiency, and overall performance.

Judges will consider the following criteria:
1) Name of organisation

2) Project/Initiative – define the project or initiative’s scope: include timelines, goals and team members. It is acceptable for the entry to focus on a particular stage of a long-term project. 250 words.

3) Implementation – how successful was the implementation of this project or initiative? Was it within budget and delivered in time? What have been its benefits? Please provide hard evidence that goals have – or are being – achieved.  450 words.

4) Feedback – please provide an appropriate written reference that illustrates the success of this project. 100 words.

Eligibility:

Open to legal departments or in-house legal teams.

Entry Criteria:

The judges seek an ambitious D&I (Diversity and Inclusion) project or initiative that has effectively achieved its objectives. The entry should describe the project, explain its significance, outline its goals, and present solid evidence of goal achievement or ongoing progress.

Submission Requirements:

The online entry form consists of the following sections with word limits. If submitting as a document, please use the same headings and adhere to the word counts. Additionally, record the word count for each section in your document.

Name of organization

Project/Initiative – Define the project or initiative’s scope, including timelines, goals, and team members. It is acceptable to focus on a specific stage of a long-term project (250 words).

Implementation – Assess the success of implementing the project or initiative. Was it within budget and delivered on time? Detail its benefits and provide concrete evidence of goal achievement or ongoing progress (450 words).

Feedback – Provide a reference that appropriately illustrates the project’s success (100 words).

The Employment Law Award recognizes outstanding achievements and contributions in employment law. This award is open to individuals, law firms, or legal departments with exceptional expertise, innovation, and effectiveness in employment law.

Judges will consider the following criteria:

Legal Expertise: Demonstrated deep knowledge and understanding of employment law principles, regulations, and precedents.

Client Impact: Successful representation and positive outcomes for clients in complex employment law matter, such as wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage disputes, or workplace safety issues.

Innovation and Thought Leadership: Introduction of innovative strategies, approaches, or solutions to address emerging employment law challenges and trends.

Contribution to the Field: Active involvement in advancing employment law through publications, presentations, or participation in industry associations and committees.

Client Testimonials: Strong client feedback, testimonials, or case studies showcasing the lawyer or firm’s exceptional service, responsiveness, and client satisfaction.

Submission Requirements:

To enter, provide a comprehensive overview of the employment law achievements, including notable cases, legal strategies, innovative approaches, and contributions to the field. Include specific examples of successful client representations and testimonials highlighting client satisfaction. Supporting evidence, such as publications, presentations, or industry recognition, can be included to strengthen the submission.

Word Limit: The submission should not exceed 800 words.

The Intellectual Property Award recognizes outstanding achievements and contributions in the field of intellectual property (IP). This award is open to individuals, law firms, or organizations that have demonstrated exceptional expertise, innovation, and effectiveness in the protection, management, and enforcement of intellectual property rights.

Judges will consider the following criteria:

1. Legal Expertise: Demonstrated deep knowledge and understanding of intellectual property laws, regulations, and best practices.
2. Successful IP Cases: Notable achievements in resolving complex IP disputes, securing trademarks, patents, or copyrights, or providing strategic advice for IP protection and enforcement.
3. Innovation and Creativity: Introduction of innovative strategies or approaches to address emerging IP challenges, such as digital piracy, counterfeiting, or technology-related IP issues.
4. Client Impact: Positive outcomes for clients through the effective protection and enforcement of their intellectual property rights, leading to increased brand value, market share, or competitive advantage.
5. Thought Leadership: Contributions to intellectual property through publications, presentations, or participation in industry associations, committees, or legislative processes.

Submission Requirements: To enter, provide a comprehensive overview of the intellectual property achievements, including notable cases, successful IP strategies, innovative approaches, and thought leadership activities. Include specific examples of client successes and testimonials showcasing the impact of your work. Supporting evidence, such as publications, presentations, or industry recognition, can be included to strengthen the submission.

Word Limit: The submission should not exceed 800 words.

Counsel of the Year – Independent Practice (above 50)

Managing Partner of the Year

Woman Lawyer of the Year

Pro-bono Lawyer of the Year

Most Innovative Lawyer of the Year

Eligibility:
This award is open to in-house lawyers who do not hold the position of general counsel or head of legal. They should have between four and 10 years of experience. Only one entry is allowed per Middle East legal team.

Entry Criteria: Judges will assess the following criteria:

1. Leadership
2. Strategic vision
3. Troubleshooting and legal skills
4. Client satisfaction
5. Contribution to the success of the business
6. Contribution to the wider community

Submission Requirements: The submission should demonstrate specific, preferably measurable, ways in which the entrant has contributed to the success of their company.

Submission Sections and Word Limits:

1. Name, title, and company
2. Role – Describe your role, years of post-qualification experience, and areas of responsibility (100 words).
3. Achievements – Highlight your leadership ability, strategic vision, troubleshooting and legal skills, client satisfaction, and contribution to the success of the business and the wider community (600 words).
4. Feedback – Provide a written reference from an executive within your company (100 words).

To compete for the “Best Legal Entrepreneur of the Year” award, individuals must showcase exceptional entrepreneurial skills and achievements in the legal industry.

Submission Requirements:

1. Introduction: Provide a brief introduction about yourself, including your background, experience, and the ventures you have undertaken in the legal field (150 words).
2. Entrepreneurial Success: Highlight your notable achievements and successes as a legal entrepreneur, such as starting and growing successful legal businesses, introducing innovative solutions, or disrupting traditional legal practices (500 words).
3. Impact on the Legal Industry: Demonstrate how your entrepreneurial endeavors have made a significant impact on the legal industry, whether through advancements in technology, access to justice initiatives, or driving positive change (150 words).
4. Thought Leadership: Showcase your contributions to thought leadership in the legal field, such as publishing articles, speaking engagements, or involvement in legal organizations (150 words).
5. Client Satisfaction and Testimonials: Share client testimonials or feedback, emphasizing how your entrepreneurial approach has positively impacted clients and their legal experiences (150 words).
6. Social Responsibility: Outline your commitment to social responsibility and any initiatives you have undertaken to promote diversity, inclusion, pro bono work, or sustainability within the legal industry (150 words).
7. Future Vision: Describe your vision for the future of the legal industry and how you plan to continue innovating and making a difference as a legal entrepreneur (150 words).

By providing compelling information in these areas, you enhance your chances of winning the “Best Legal Entrepreneur of the Year” award.

To compete for the “Best Service Provider to the Legal Sector of the Year” award, companies must demonstrate exceptional service and contributions to the legal industry.

Submission Requirements:

1. Company Overview: Provide a brief overview of your company, including its mission, history, and the specific services provided to the legal sector (150 words).
2. Service Excellence: Highlight how your company delivers outstanding services to the legal industry, including client satisfaction initiatives, customer support, and personalized solutions (500 words).
3. Innovation and Technology: Showcase how your company leverages innovative technologies or approaches to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of legal processes or improve client outcomes (150 words).
4. Industry Impact: Demonstrate the positive impact your services have had on the legal sector, such as streamlining operations, increasing productivity, or advancing access to justice (150 words).
5. Client Testimonials: Share testimonials or feedback from satisfied clients, emphasizing the value and impact of your services on their legal operations or practices (150 words).
6. Thought Leadership: Highlight your company’s contributions to thought leadership in the legal industry, such as publications, educational initiatives, or industry partnerships (150 words).
7. Future Vision: Describe your company’s vision for the future of service provision to the legal sector, including any plans for expansion, innovation, or addressing emerging challenges (150 words).

By providing compelling information in these areas, you enhance your chances of winning the “Best Service Provider to the Legal Sector of the Year” award.

To compete for the “Policy Think-tank of the Year” award, think-tanks must showcase exceptional research, analysis, and policy influence in their respective fields.

Submission Requirements:

1. Think-tank Overview: Provide a brief overview of your think-tank, including its mission, focus areas, and impact on policy development (150 words).
2. Research Excellence: Highlight the quality and significance of your think-tank’s research publications, policy papers, or reports, demonstrating rigorous analysis and innovative insights (500 words).
3. Policy Influence: Showcase how your think-tank’s research has influenced policy decisions or contributed to public discourse, including examples of policy changes or adoption of your recommendations (150 words).
4. Thought Leadership: Highlight your think-tank’s thought leadership contributions, such as organizing conferences, hosting expert panels, or engaging with policymakers and stakeholders in shaping policy agendas (150 words).
5. Collaborations and Partnerships: Showcase your think-tank’s collaborations with government agencies, academic institutions, or other think-tanks, demonstrating a collaborative approach to policy research and development (150 words).
6. Public Engagement: Describe your think-tank’s efforts to engage the public and promote policy awareness, such as public forums, educational initiatives, or media engagement (150 words).
7. Future Impact: Discuss your think-tank’s vision for the future, including plans to address emerging policy challenges, expand research capabilities, or further enhance policy influence (150 words).

By providing compelling information in these areas, you enhance your chances of winning the “Policy Think-tank of the Year” award and showcasing your organization’s impact on policy development and public discourse.

To compete for the “Patent Law Firm of the Year” award, firms must demonstrate exceptional expertise, achievements, and client satisfaction in the field of patent law.

Submission Requirements:

1. Firm Overview: Provide a brief description of your law firm’s expertise in patent law, including size, history, and geographical reach (150 words).
2. Patent Portfolio Management: Showcase your firm’s track record in effectively managing and protecting clients’ patent portfolios, including the number of patents filed, granted, and successfully enforced (500 words).
3. Technical Expertise: Highlight the depth and breadth of technical expertise within your firm, covering various industries and sectors where patents play a critical role (150 words).
4. Patent Litigation and Enforcement: Demonstrate your firm’s success in patent litigation and enforcement, including notable cases, favorable outcomes, and settlements (150 words).
5. Client Satisfaction and Testimonials: Share client testimonials or feedback, emphasizing your firm’s commitment to client satisfaction in patent matters (150 words).
6. Thought Leadership and Innovation: Showcase your firm’s contributions to thought leadership and innovation in patent law, such as publications, speaking engagements, or pioneering strategies (150 words).
7. Industry Recognition: Highlight any industry recognition or awards your firm has received in the field of patent law, underscoring your reputation and standing in the legal community (150 words).

By providing compelling information in these areas, you enhance your chances of winning the “Patent Law Firm of the Year” award and demonstrating your firm’s excellence in patent law practice.

To compete for the “Trademark Law Firm of the Year” award, firms must demonstrate exceptional expertise, achievements, and client satisfaction in the field of trademark law.

Submission Requirements:

1. Firm Overview: Provide a brief description of your law firm’s expertise in trademark law, including size, history, and geographical reach (150 words).
2. Trademark Portfolio Management: Showcase your firm’s track record in effectively managing and protecting clients’ trademark portfolios, including the number of trademarks registered, successfully enforced, and maintained (500 words).
3. Trademark Litigation and Enforcement: Demonstrate your firm’s success in trademark litigation and enforcement, including notable cases, favorable outcomes, and settlements (150 words).
4. Trademark Counseling and Strategy: Highlight your firm’s expertise in providing strategic advice and counseling to clients regarding trademark selection, clearance, and protection (150 words).
5. Client Satisfaction and Testimonials: Share client testimonials or feedback, emphasizing your firm’s commitment to client satisfaction in trademark matters (150 words).
6. Thought Leadership and Innovation: Showcase your firm’s contributions to thought leadership and innovation in trademark law, such as publications, speaking engagements, or pioneering strategies (150 words).
7. Industry Recognition: Highlight any industry recognition or awards your firm has received in the field of trademark law, underscoring your reputation and standing in the legal community (150 words).

By providing compelling information in these areas, you enhance your chances of winning the “Trademark Law Firm of the Year” award and demonstrating your firm’s excellence in trademark law practice.

Patent Attorney of the Year

Trademark Attorney of the Year

Trademark Attorney of the Year

Women in IP” is a recognition and celebration of the contributions and achievements of women in the field of intellectual property (IP). It acknowledges their expertise, leadership, and impact within the IP industry.

Submission Requirements:

1. Professional Achievements: Highlight the notable professional achievements of women in IP, including groundbreaking cases, innovative strategies, or influential contributions to IP law and practice (500 words).
2. Leadership and Advocacy: Showcase the leadership roles and advocacy efforts undertaken by women in IP, such as mentoring programs, diversity initiatives, or participation in professional organizations (150 words).
3. Thought Leadership: Highlight the thought leadership contributions of women in IP, including publications, speaking engagements, or research that have advanced the understanding and development of IP law (150 words).
4. Inspirational Stories: Share inspirational stories of women who have overcome challenges and barriers in their IP careers, demonstrating resilience, determination, and success (150 words).
5. Impact on the IP Community: Demonstrate how women in IP have made a positive impact on the broader IP community, whether through mentorship, knowledge sharing, or fostering a more inclusive and diverse industry (150 words).
6. Future Outlook: Discuss the future outlook for women in IP, including opportunities for further advancement, challenges to be addressed, and the importance of continued support and recognition (150 words).

By providing compelling information in these areas, we can honor and acknowledge the achievements of women in IP and inspire future generations to pursue careers in this field.