Future of Law Awards

Recognizing

In-House Innovators

The Future of Law Awards celebrate the lawyers and teams reshaping the profession. Live in Toronto on November 20 with seventy-five of the boldest minds in law, recognizing those pushing the profession ahead.

Nominations close October 20.
‍Winners are chosen by a panel of distinguished in-house leaders, below.

This Year's

Awards

General Counsel of the Year

For the General Counsel redefining what it means to lead in-house teams.

Most Innovative Legal Team

For the legal team building differently — with ops, tech, and scalable solutions.

Emerging In-House Leader

For the emerging legal leader making outsized early-career impact.

ACC Community Builder

For the lawyer advancing connection, inclusion, or access to legal services.

Goodlawyer of the Year

For the standout lawyer in the Goodlawyer network driving real client impact.

Making The call

Our Judges

Nominate someone

Do you know an in-house innovator who deserves to be recognized? Submit your nominations for this year's Awards before October 20!

FAQ

How do I know if my nominee becomes a finalist?

Finalists are notified directly. Once nominations are reviewed, a public list of finalists will appear on our website and social channels.

Can multiple people jointly nominate someone?

Yes. Collaborative nominations are welcome. They’re submitted via one form, listing all co-nominators; the fact of multiple nominations may be noted to the judges.

Are reference letters or extra documents required?

No, but supporting materials like KPI summaries or testimonials (with a two-file upload limit) are strongly encouraged.

How long should each response be?

Each merit factor response is limited to 150 words and will be strictly enforced.

Who can I contact if I have questions not answered here?

Please reach out to angie@goodlawyer.ca with any questions or clarifications — we're happy to help!

Can I nominate someone for more than one award?

Absolutely. You may submit the same person or team in multiple categories—but ensure each nomination clearly aligns with the respective award category’s criteria.

Is there a minimum bar requirement for nominees?

Nominees should be actively practicing lawyers in Canada or of Canadian-based organizations to ensure professional relevance and eligibility.

Can I get feedback on why a nominee didn’t win?

Due to volume and confidentiality, feedback is not provided. The judges' decisions are final, based solely on merit factor scoring.

Can I make edits after submitting the nomination form?

No. Once submitted, changes can't be made. Please review your entries carefully before hitting “Submit”.

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