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.

QLS Excellence in Law Awards

Congratulations to the 2026 Winners

Join us in congratulating the 2026 QLS Excellence in Law Awards winners.

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 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

Past Winners

Hear from Tim Longwill, Pro Bono Partner at McCullough Robertson, our 2025 winners of the Pro Bono Team of the Year award.

Our 2026 Partners

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

Award Partners

Event Partner

Interested in becoming a 2027 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!