Rising Star Award
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  • Maximum age at ceremony 35 years
  • Demonstrable involvement in interesting, challenging or new areas of law and the capacity in which you were involved
  • Demonstrable dedication to your clients
  • Stand out from colleagues as a lawyer who has made significant impact, taking into account the time you have been practising and any notable obstacles that you have overcome
  • Non-fee earning, but work related activities - such as marketing, establishing new initiatives and broader contribution to the profession
  • Contribution to the community including pro-bono work


Previous Winners:
2003 - Prew Lumley, Hammonds
2004 - Simon McKay, McKay & Partners
2005 - Chris Long, Crown Prosecution Service
2006 - Chris Fry, Wake Smith (View Photo)
2007 - Josh Wong, DLA Piper (View Photo)