The Law Society of Western Australia recognises that legal professionals work tirelessly, often with long hours, to achieve the best outcomes for their clients. Many take on extra work pro bono to help those in the community who may not otherwise be able to afford legal advice.
Taking time to recognise the difference lawyers make and the contribution they make to the community is very rewarding and important for the legal community. The Law Society recognises worthy members through its annual Lawyer of the Year Awards and the Society’s Life Member awards.
2025 Lawyer of the Year Awards
This year, we expanded the categories in our 2025 Lawyer of the Year Awards program, with a total of six awards presented.
We crowned a WA Emerging Lawyer of the Year, WA Legal Innovation of the Year, WA Regional Practitioner of the Year, WA In-House Counsel of the Year, WA Government Lawyer of the Year, and WA Lawyer of the Year.
We received a record number of applications, a true testament to the talent across our profession.
Details on the finalists in each category can be viewed at the link below.