Inspirational Women in Law Awards

Championing the legacy of the first women admitted as barristers and solicitors in England & Wales, over 100 years ago in 1922

What started in 2016 as a celebration with 5 finalists from across the legal profession leading the way in improving equality and diversity, has grown into an annual celebration of countless men and women across several categories 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.

Since then, the Awards have regularly drawn 200+ guests ranging from legal professionals to leading academics to future lawyers, as well as receiving coverage in the mainstream press, such as the article in The Times on Dame Linda Dobbs’ acceptance of the 2021 Lifetime Achievement Award.

The Awards are judged by a panel of experts from the industry, with shortlisted finalists being announced in late October and winners being announced at the Awards Ceremony in November.

Learn more about previous Awards winners: