Inspirational Women in Law Awards 2026

We are delighted to invite you to... A Celebration of Our Role Models in Law: The Inspirational Women in Law Awards 2026. The Annual Inspirational Women in Law Awards from Next 100 Years seek to identify individuals from across the legal profession who are leading the way in improving equality and diversity. The Awards recognise those who are both excelling in their areas of practice and are working for the changes needed to ensure women working in the law are able to thrive. In their 11th edition, this year the celebration of the award winners will be framed by a celebration of the achievements of all those who continue to be role models in the legal profession. With keynote speeches delivered by three industry-leading VIP guests, as well as a sparkling drinks reception, networking opportunities with top lawyers from across the UK and beyond and, of course, the Awards Presentation to the 2026 Winners, this Celebration of Our Role Models in Law is not one to be missed!! Nominations categories are below: • IN-HOUSE LAWYER OF THE YEAR • SOLICITOR OF THE YEAR • CHAMPION OF THE YEAR • MENTOR OF THE YEAR • LAW STUDENT OF THE YEAR • CILEX LAWYER / CHARTERED LEGAL EXECUTIVE OF THE YEAR • RISING STAR OF THE YEAR • BARRISTER OF THE YEAR • PARALEGAL OF THE YEAR • LEGAL ACADEMIC OF THE YEAR