Recognition that celebrates every stage of your legal career

The CILEX Awards recognise people who make our profession stronger. 

They celebrate excellence across the CILEX community and the wider legal sector, recognising achievement from those beginning their journey through to experienced professionals who are leading, innovating and making a lasting impact. 

Our awards celebrate individuals, teams and organisations who demonstrate professionalism, commitment, innovation, outstanding client service, leadership and dedication to improving the legal profession. 

Winning – or even being shortlisted – is an opportunity to showcase your achievements, raise your professional profile and gain recognition from peers across the legal sector.


Entries open

Award entries open for registration on XX/XX/XX

Entries deadline

You must submit your entry by XX/XX/XX

Finalists announced

Finalists will be announced on XX/XX/XX

Why enter
Every day, legal professionals make a difference. Whether you’ve gone above and beyond for a client, developed an innovative way of working, championed access to justice, inspired colleagues or supported your community, your story deserves telling. 

The CILEX Awards are your opportunity to showcase your achievements alongside the very best within the legal sector.

Celebrate your success

Take a moment to recognise how far you've come and the impact you've made throughout your career.

Raise your profile

Being shortlisted or winning demonstrates your expertise, commitment and professionalism to employers, clients and peers across the legal sector

Join the celebrations

Finalists attend the prestigious Gala Dinner and Award Ceremony, where the legal profession comes together to celebrate excellence.


1

Explore the categories

Review the award categories, eligible criteria and entry guidance to find the awards that best reflect your achievements.

2

Register your interest

Once you've selected your categories, complete your registration and pay the relevant entry fee.

3

Prepare your submission

Use the submission guidance to showcase your achievements, providing evidence and supporting information to complete your submission.

4

Submit your entry

Upload your completed submission to the Judgify site before the closing date.

You don't have to be the loudest voice to deserve recognition
We’re looking for inspiring stories, exceptional work and individuals who embody the values of CILEX. You can enter multiple awards, so long as you meet the relevant award criteria. 

This is your opportunity to gain recognition and celebrate your achievements alongside colleagues from across the legal profession.