QLS Excellence in Law Awards

Our awards shine a light on the exemplary efforts of Queensland’s legal professionals—highlighting good law, good lawyers, for the public good. They provide the opportunity for outstanding solicitors, teams and organisations to showcase their ingenuity and contribution to both the legal profession and the broader community.

2026 Key dates

Thursday 9 April - Nominations open
Monday 18 May - Nominations close
Monday 29 June - Finalists announced
Saturday 22 August – Winners announced at the Excellence in Law Awards Gala

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2026 Award Categories

Detailed below are the 2026 award categories.

Access to Justice Award
Agnes McWhinney Award
Emerging Leader Award
First Nations Student Award
Graduate Lawyer of the Year
In-house Counsel of the Year
Pride in Law Award

Pro Bono Team of the Year
Queensland Solicitor of the Year (Sole Practitioner)
Queensland Solicitor of the Year (Small Firm: 2-19 PCs)
Queensland Solicitor of the Year (Large Firm: 20+ PCs)
Regional Practitioner of the Year Award

Frequently asked questions

Our 2026 Partners

With thanks to our 2026 partners. Without them, the Awards program would not be possible.

Award partners

Interested in becoming a 2026 Award Partner?

Our awards program is one of our most popular partnership opportunities each year. These spaces go quickly and there are limited remaining. If you are interested, please email our Partnerships and Growth team today!