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Associate of the Year Award
For the associate already leading the way
About this category
The Associate of the Year Award recognises an associate or senior associate whose client work and contribution stood out.
The judges look for expertise, client feedback and initiative.
Eligibility
Open to associates and senior associates in law firms, based in or serving the region. Self-nominations and nominations made by others are both welcome.
Judging criteria
- Entries are judged on results for clients
- Feedback from clients and colleagues
- Expertise
- Professional standards and contribution to the profession
Qualitative criteria
- What they set out to achieve, and why it mattered
- How they work with others
- What clients and colleagues say about them
Metrics
- Results delivered this year
- Clients or people helped
- Recognition already received
Additional criteria
Include examples of the work, the results in figures where possible and a word from a client or colleague.
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