• Please choose your categories wisely. There is a fee for submitting more than 5 entries, click here to pay this.
  • We do not accept the same submission placed into multiple categories.
  • There is a strict limit of ONE entry per category for each firm/company.

*Please choose your categories wisely. We will not accept the same submission placed into multiple categories.

Deals of the Year 年度杰出交易

For disputes matters, ongoing proceedings pending a decision will be discarded. ONLY ONE entry is allowed per category, failure to comply will result in disqualification. The judging committee will expect to see evidence of:
 
  1. Legal expertise and innovation
  2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
  3. Teamwork and efficiency
  4. Client satisfaction
  5. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation
     
The number of submissions is limited to one deal per category, so please nominate your best. There is no minimum transaction value requirement. All deals announced or completed between June 1, 2021 and June 1, 2022 are eligible.

Each entry must name the lead lawyer(s) at every law firm involved in the matter. Please also include the name or names of the lead in-house lawyers on each side, with contact information.

All fields must be completed. Shortlisted deals will be published — any deals with confidential or incomplete details will be automatically disqualified. The fields will include:

Firm name
Deal name
Date completed
Size/value (incl. USD)
Lead partner(s)
All other firms involved and their role (local & international)
Deal summary & significance
(Max. 600 words)

Submissions will need to be made via the online portal here.
For disputes matters, ongoing proceedings pending a decision will be discarded. ONLY ONE entry is allowed per category, failure to comply will result in disqualification. The judging committee will expect to see evidence of:
 
  1. Legal expertise and innovation
  2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
  3. Teamwork and efficiency
  4. Client satisfaction
  5. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation
     
The number of submissions is limited to one deal per category, so please nominate your best. There is no minimum transaction value requirement. All deals announced or completed between June 1, 2021 and June 1, 2022 are eligible.

Each entry must name the lead lawyer(s) at every law firm involved in the matter. Please also include the name or names of the lead in-house lawyers on each side, with contact information.

All fields must be completed. Shortlisted deals will be published — any deals with confidential or incomplete details will be automatically disqualified. The fields will include:

Firm name
Deal name
Date completed
Size/value (incl. USD)
Lead partner(s)
All other firms involved and their role (local & international)
Deal summary & significance
(Max. 600 words)

Submissions will need to be made via the online portal here.
For disputes matters, ongoing proceedings pending a decision will be discarded. ONLY ONE entry is allowed per category, failure to comply will result in disqualification. The judging committee will expect to see evidence of:
 
  1. Legal expertise and innovation
  2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
  3. Teamwork and efficiency
  4. Client satisfaction
  5. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation
     
The number of submissions is limited to one deal per category, so please nominate your best. There is no minimum transaction value requirement. All deals announced or completed between June 1, 2021 and June 1, 2022 are eligible.

Each entry must name the lead lawyer(s) at every law firm involved in the matter. Please also include the name or names of the lead in-house lawyers on each side, with contact information.

All fields must be completed. Shortlisted deals will be published — any deals with confidential or incomplete details will be automatically disqualified. The fields will include:

Firm name
Deal name
Date completed
Size/value (incl. USD)
Lead partner(s)
All other firms involved and their role (local & international)
Deal summary & significance
(Max. 600 words)

Submissions will need to be made via the online portal here.
For disputes matters, ongoing proceedings pending a decision will be discarded. ONLY ONE entry is allowed per category, failure to comply will result in disqualification. The judging committee will expect to see evidence of:
 
  1. Legal expertise and innovation
  2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
  3. Teamwork and efficiency
  4. Client satisfaction
  5. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation
     
The number of submissions is limited to one deal per category, so please nominate your best. There is no minimum transaction value requirement. All deals announced or completed between June 1, 2021 and June 1, 2022 are eligible.

Each entry must name the lead lawyer(s) at every law firm involved in the matter. Please also include the name or names of the lead in-house lawyers on each side, with contact information.

All fields must be completed. Shortlisted deals will be published — any deals with confidential or incomplete details will be automatically disqualified. The fields will include:

Firm name
Deal name
Date completed
Size/value (incl. USD)
Lead partner(s)
All other firms involved and their role (local & international)
Deal summary & significance
(Max. 600 words)

Submissions will need to be made via the online portal here.
For disputes matters, ongoing proceedings pending a decision will be discarded. ONLY ONE entry is allowed per category, failure to comply will result in disqualification. The judging committee will expect to see evidence of:
 
  1. Legal expertise and innovation
  2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
  3. Teamwork and efficiency
  4. Client satisfaction
  5. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation
     
The number of submissions is limited to one deal per category, so please nominate your best. There is no minimum transaction value requirement. All deals announced or completed between June 1, 2021 and June 1, 2022 are eligible.

Each entry must name the lead lawyer(s) at every law firm involved in the matter. Please also include the name or names of the lead in-house lawyers on each side, with contact information.

All fields must be completed. Shortlisted deals will be published — any deals with confidential or incomplete details will be automatically disqualified. The fields will include:

Firm name
Deal name
Date completed
Size/value (incl. USD)
Lead partner(s)
All other firms involved and their role (local & international)
Deal summary & significance
(Max. 600 words)

Submissions will need to be made via the online portal here.
For disputes matters, ongoing proceedings pending a decision will be discarded. ONLY ONE entry is allowed per category, failure to comply will result in disqualification. The judging committee will expect to see evidence of:
 
  1. Legal expertise and innovation
  2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
  3. Teamwork and efficiency
  4. Client satisfaction
  5. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation
     
The number of submissions is limited to one deal per category, so please nominate your best. There is no minimum transaction value requirement. All deals announced or completed between June 1, 2021 and June 1, 2022 are eligible.

Each entry must name the lead lawyer(s) at every law firm involved in the matter. Please also include the name or names of the lead in-house lawyers on each side, with contact information.

All fields must be completed. Shortlisted deals will be published — any deals with confidential or incomplete details will be automatically disqualified. The fields will include:

Firm name
Deal name
Date completed
Size/value (incl. USD)
Lead partner(s)
All other firms involved and their role (local & international)
Deal summary & significance
(Max. 600 words)

Submissions will need to be made via the online portal here.
For disputes matters, ongoing proceedings pending a decision will be discarded. ONLY ONE entry is allowed per category, failure to comply will result in disqualification. The judging committee will expect to see evidence of:
 
  1. Legal expertise and innovation
  2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
  3. Teamwork and efficiency
  4. Client satisfaction
  5. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation
     
The number of submissions is limited to one deal per category, so please nominate your best. There is no minimum transaction value requirement. All deals announced or completed between June 1, 2021 and June 1, 2022 are eligible.

Each entry must name the lead lawyer(s) at every law firm involved in the matter. Please also include the name or names of the lead in-house lawyers on each side, with contact information.

All fields must be completed. Shortlisted deals will be published — any deals with confidential or incomplete details will be automatically disqualified. The fields will include:

Firm name
Deal name
Date completed
Size/value (incl. USD)
Lead partner(s)
All other firms involved and their role (local & international)
Deal summary & significance
(Max. 600 words)

Submissions will need to be made via the online portal here.

Firms of the Year 年度杰出律师事务所

For disputes matters, ongoing proceedings pending a decision will be discarded. ONLY ONE entry is allowed per category, failure to comply will result in disqualification. ONLY THREE supporting matters are allowed. Entries for this award should focus on three work highlights that have a significant PRC regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the firm’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the team’s or lead lawyer’s role.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of: 
1. Legal expertise and innovation 
2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
3. Industry knowledge and experience
4. Teamwork and efficiency
5. Client satisfaction 
6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation

All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between June 1, 2021 and June 1, 2022. The fields will include:

Firm name
Key members of team
Three (3) relevant matters
Winning qualities
Referees
(Max. 1000 words)

Submissions will need to be made via the online portal here.
For disputes matters, ongoing proceedings pending a decision will be discarded. ONLY ONE entry is allowed per category, failure to comply will result in disqualification. ONLY THREE supporting matters are allowed. Entries for this award should focus on three work highlights that have a significant PRC regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the firm’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the team’s or lead lawyer’s role.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of: 
1. Legal expertise and innovation 
2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
3. Industry knowledge and experience
4. Teamwork and efficiency
5. Client satisfaction 
6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation

All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between June 1, 2021 and June 1, 2022. The fields will include:

Firm name
Key members of team
Three (3) relevant matters
Winning qualities
Referees
(Max. 1000 words)

Submissions will need to be made via the online portal here.
For disputes matters, ongoing proceedings pending a decision will be discarded. ONLY ONE entry is allowed per category, failure to comply will result in disqualification. ONLY THREE supporting matters are allowed. Entries for this award should focus on three work highlights that have a significant PRC regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the firm’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the team’s or lead lawyer’s role.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of: 
1. Legal expertise and innovation 
2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
3. Industry knowledge and experience
4. Teamwork and efficiency
5. Client satisfaction 
6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation

All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between June 1, 2021 and June 1, 2022. The fields will include:

Firm name
Key members of team
Three (3) relevant matters
Winning qualities
Referees
(Max. 1000 words)

Submissions will need to be made via the online portal here.
For disputes matters, ongoing proceedings pending a decision will be discarded. ONLY ONE entry is allowed per category, failure to comply will result in disqualification. ONLY THREE supporting matters are allowed. Entries for this award should focus on three work highlights that have a significant PRC regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the firm’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the team’s or lead lawyer’s role.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of: 
1. Legal expertise and innovation 
2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
3. Industry knowledge and experience
4. Teamwork and efficiency
5. Client satisfaction 
6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation

All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between June 1, 2021 and June 1, 2022. The fields will include:

Firm name
Key members of team
Three (3) relevant matters
Winning qualities
Referees
(Max. 1000 words)

Submissions will need to be made via the online portal here.
For disputes matters, ongoing proceedings pending a decision will be discarded. ONLY ONE entry is allowed per category, failure to comply will result in disqualification. ONLY THREE supporting matters are allowed. Entries for this award should focus on three work highlights that have a significant PRC regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the firm’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the team’s or lead lawyer’s role.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of: 
1. Legal expertise and innovation 
2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
3. Industry knowledge and experience
4. Teamwork and efficiency
5. Client satisfaction 
6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation

All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between June 1, 2021 and June 1, 2022. The fields will include:

Firm name
Key members of team
Three (3) relevant matters
Winning qualities
Referees
(Max. 1000 words)

Submissions will need to be made via the online portal here.
For disputes matters, ongoing proceedings pending a decision will be discarded. ONLY ONE entry is allowed per category, failure to comply will result in disqualification. ONLY THREE supporting matters are allowed. Entries for this award should focus on three work highlights that have a significant PRC regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the firm’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the team’s or lead lawyer’s role.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of: 
1. Legal expertise and innovation 
2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
3. Industry knowledge and experience
4. Teamwork and efficiency
5. Client satisfaction 
6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation

All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between June 1, 2021 and June 1, 2022. The fields will include:

Firm name
Key members of team
Three (3) relevant matters
Winning qualities
Referees
(Max. 1000 words)

Submissions will need to be made via the online portal here.
For disputes matters, ongoing proceedings pending a decision will be discarded. ONLY ONE entry is allowed per category, failure to comply will result in disqualification. ONLY THREE supporting matters are allowed. Entries for this award should focus on three work highlights that have a significant PRC regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the firm’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the team’s or lead lawyer’s role.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of: 
1. Legal expertise and innovation 
2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
3. Industry knowledge and experience
4. Teamwork and efficiency
5. Client satisfaction 
6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation

All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between June 1, 2021 and June 1, 2022. The fields will include:

Firm name
Key members of team
Three (3) relevant matters
Winning qualities
Referees
(Max. 1000 words)

Submissions will need to be made via the online portal here.
For disputes matters, ongoing proceedings pending a decision will be discarded. ONLY ONE entry is allowed per category, failure to comply will result in disqualification. ONLY THREE supporting matters are allowed. Entries for this award should focus on three work highlights that have a significant PRC regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the firm’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the team’s or lead lawyer’s role.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of: 
1. Legal expertise and innovation 
2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
3. Industry knowledge and experience
4. Teamwork and efficiency
5. Client satisfaction 
6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation

All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between June 1, 2021 and June 1, 2022. The fields will include:

Firm name
Key members of team
Three (3) relevant matters
Winning qualities
Referees
(Max. 1000 words)

Submissions will need to be made via the online portal here.
For disputes matters, ongoing proceedings pending a decision will be discarded. ONLY ONE entry is allowed per category, failure to comply will result in disqualification. ONLY THREE supporting matters are allowed. Entries for this award should focus on three work highlights that have a significant PRC regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the firm’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the team’s or lead lawyer’s role.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of: 
1. Legal expertise and innovation 
2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
3. Industry knowledge and experience
4. Teamwork and efficiency
5. Client satisfaction 
6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation

All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between June 1, 2021 and June 1, 2022. The fields will include:

Firm name
Key members of team
Three (3) relevant matters
Winning qualities
Referees
(Max. 1000 words)

Submissions will need to be made via the online portal here.
For disputes matters, ongoing proceedings pending a decision will be discarded. ONLY ONE entry is allowed per category, failure to comply will result in disqualification. ONLY THREE supporting matters are allowed. Entries for this award should focus on three work highlights that have a significant PRC regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the firm’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the team’s or lead lawyer’s role.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of: 
1. Legal expertise and innovation 
2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
3. Industry knowledge and experience
4. Teamwork and efficiency
5. Client satisfaction 
6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation

All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between June 1, 2021 and June 1, 2022. The fields will include:

Firm name
Key members of team
Three (3) relevant matters
Winning qualities
Referees
(Max. 1000 words)

Submissions will need to be made via the online portal here.
For disputes matters, ongoing proceedings pending a decision will be discarded. ONLY ONE entry is allowed per category, failure to comply will result in disqualification. ONLY THREE supporting matters are allowed. Entries for this award should focus on three work highlights that have a significant PRC regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the firm’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the team’s or lead lawyer’s role.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of: 
1. Legal expertise and innovation 
2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
3. Industry knowledge and experience
4. Teamwork and efficiency
5. Client satisfaction 
6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation

All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between June 1, 2021 and June 1, 2022. The fields will include:

Firm name
Key members of team
Three (3) relevant matters
Winning qualities
Referees
(Max. 1000 words)

Submissions will need to be made via the online portal here.
For disputes matters, ongoing proceedings pending a decision will be discarded. ONLY ONE entry is allowed per category, failure to comply will result in disqualification. ONLY THREE supporting matters are allowed. Entries for this award should focus on three work highlights that have a significant PRC regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the firm’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the team’s or lead lawyer’s role.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of: 
1. Legal expertise and innovation 
2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
3. Industry knowledge and experience
4. Teamwork and efficiency
5. Client satisfaction 
6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation

All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between June 1, 2021 and June 1, 2022. The fields will include:

Firm name
Key members of team
Three (3) relevant matters
Winning qualities
Referees
(Max. 1000 words)

Submissions will need to be made via the online portal here.
For disputes matters, ongoing proceedings pending a decision will be discarded. ONLY ONE entry is allowed per category, failure to comply will result in disqualification. ONLY THREE supporting matters are allowed. Entries for this award should focus on three work highlights that have a significant PRC regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the firm’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the team’s or lead lawyer’s role.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of: 
1. Legal expertise and innovation 
2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
3. Industry knowledge and experience
4. Teamwork and efficiency
5. Client satisfaction 
6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation

All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between June 1, 2021 and June 1, 2022. The fields will include:

Firm name
Key members of team
Three (3) relevant matters
Winning qualities
Referees
(Max. 1000 words)

Submissions will need to be made via the online portal here.
For disputes matters, ongoing proceedings pending a decision will be discarded. ONLY ONE entry is allowed per category, failure to comply will result in disqualification. ONLY THREE supporting matters are allowed. Entries for this award should focus on three work highlights that have a significant PRC regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the firm’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the team’s or lead lawyer’s role.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of: 
1. Legal expertise and innovation 
2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
3. Industry knowledge and experience
4. Teamwork and efficiency
5. Client satisfaction 
6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation

All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between June 1, 2021 and June 1, 2022. The fields will include:

Firm name
Key members of team
Three (3) relevant matters
Winning qualities
Referees
(Max. 1000 words)

Submissions will need to be made via the online portal here.
For disputes matters, ongoing proceedings pending a decision will be discarded. ONLY ONE entry is allowed per category, failure to comply will result in disqualification. ONLY THREE supporting matters are allowed. Entries for this award should focus on three work highlights that have a significant PRC regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the firm’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the team’s or lead lawyer’s role.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of: 
1. Legal expertise and innovation 
2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
3. Industry knowledge and experience
4. Teamwork and efficiency
5. Client satisfaction 
6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation

All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between June 1, 2021 and June 1, 2022. The fields will include:

Firm name
Key members of team
Three (3) relevant matters
Winning qualities
Referees
(Max. 1000 words)

Submissions will need to be made via the online portal here.

Dealmakers of the Year 年度杰出交易律师

For disputes matters, ongoing proceedings pending a decision will be discarded. ONLY ONE entry is allowed per category, failure to comply will result in disqualification. Entries for this award should focus on three work highlights that have a significant PRC regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the individual’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the lawyer’s role. Each firm is eligible to nominate only one lawyer per category.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of:
 
  1. Legal expertise and innovation
  2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
  3. Industry knowledge and experience
  4. Leadership and efficiency
  5. Client satisfaction
  6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation

All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between June 1, 2021 and June 1, 2022:

Firm name
Lawyer name
Title/position at firm
Three (3) relevant matters
Winning qualities
Recommend an individual at another firm and why
Referees
(Max. 1000 words)

Submissions will need to be made via the online portal here.
For disputes matters, ongoing proceedings pending a decision will be discarded. ONLY ONE entry is allowed per category, failure to comply will result in disqualification. Entries for this award should focus on three work highlights that have a significant PRC regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the individual’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the lawyer’s role. Each firm is eligible to nominate only one lawyer per category.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of:
 
  1. Legal expertise and innovation
  2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
  3. Industry knowledge and experience
  4. Leadership and efficiency
  5. Client satisfaction
  6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation

All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between June 1, 2021 and June 1, 2022:

Firm name
Lawyer name
Title/position at firm
Three (3) relevant matters
Winning qualities
Recommend an individual at another firm and why
Referees
(Max. 1000 words)

Submissions will need to be made via the online portal here.

Lawyers of the Year 年度杰出律师

For disputes matters, ongoing proceedings pending a decision will be discarded. ONLY ONE entry is allowed per category, failure to comply will result in disqualification. ONLY THREE supporting matters are allowed. Entries for this award should focus on three work highlights that have a significant PRC regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the individual’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the lawyer’s role. Each firm is eligible to nominate only one lawyer per category.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of:
 
  1. Legal expertise and innovation
  2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
  3. Industry knowledge and experience
  4. Leadership and efficiency
  5. Client satisfaction
  6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation

All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between June 1, 2021 and June 1, 2022:

Firm name
Lawyer name
Title/position at firm
Three (3) relevant matters
Winning qualities
Recommend an individual at another firm and why
Referees
(Max. 1000 words)

Submissions will need to be made via the online portal here.
For disputes matters, ongoing proceedings pending a decision will be discarded. ONLY ONE entry is allowed per category, failure to comply will result in disqualification. ONLY THREE supporting matters are allowed. Entries for this award should focus on three work highlights that have a significant PRC regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the individual’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the lawyer’s role. Each firm is eligible to nominate only one lawyer per category.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of:
 
  1. Legal expertise and innovation
  2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
  3. Industry knowledge and experience
  4. Leadership and efficiency
  5. Client satisfaction
  6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation

All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between June 1, 2021 and June 1, 2022:

Firm name
Lawyer name
Title/position at firm
Three (3) relevant matters
Winning qualities
Recommend an individual at another firm and why
Referees
(Max. 1000 words)

Submissions will need to be made via the online portal here.
For disputes matters, ongoing proceedings pending a decision will be discarded. ONLY ONE entry is allowed per category, failure to comply will result in disqualification. ONLY THREE supporting matters are allowed. Entries for this award should focus on three work highlights that have a significant PRC regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the individual’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the lawyer’s role. Each firm is eligible to nominate only one lawyer per category.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of:
 
  1. Legal expertise and innovation
  2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
  3. Industry knowledge and experience
  4. Leadership and efficiency
  5. Client satisfaction
  6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation

All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between June 1, 2021 and June 1, 2022:

Firm name
Lawyer name
Title/position at firm
Three (3) relevant matters
Winning qualities
Recommend an individual at another firm and why
Referees
(Max. 1000 words)

Submissions will need to be made via the online portal here.
For disputes matters, ongoing proceedings pending a decision will be discarded. ONLY ONE entry is allowed per category, failure to comply will result in disqualification. ONLY THREE supporting matters are allowed. Entries for this award should focus on three work highlights that have a significant PRC regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the individual’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the lawyer’s role. Each firm is eligible to nominate only one lawyer per category.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of:
 
  1. Legal expertise and innovation
  2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
  3. Industry knowledge and experience
  4. Leadership and efficiency
  5. Client satisfaction
  6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation

All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between June 1, 2021 and June 1, 2022:

Firm name
Lawyer name
Title/position at firm
Three (3) relevant matters
Winning qualities
Recommend an individual at another firm and why
Referees
(Max. 1000 words)

Submissions will need to be made via the online portal here.
For disputes matters, ongoing proceedings pending a decision will be discarded. ONLY ONE entry is allowed per category, failure to comply will result in disqualification. ONLY THREE supporting matters are allowed. Entries for this award should focus on three work highlights that have a significant PRC regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the individual’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the lawyer’s role. Each firm is eligible to nominate only one lawyer per category.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of:
 
  1. Legal expertise and innovation
  2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
  3. Industry knowledge and experience
  4. Leadership and efficiency
  5. Client satisfaction
  6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation

All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between June 1, 2021 and June 1, 2022:

Firm name
Lawyer name
Title/position at firm
Three (3) relevant matters
Winning qualities
Recommend an individual at another firm and why
Referees
(Max. 1000 words)

Submissions will need to be made via the online portal here.
For disputes matters, ongoing proceedings pending a decision will be discarded. ONLY ONE entry is allowed per category, failure to comply will result in disqualification. ONLY THREE supporting matters are allowed. Entries for this award should focus on three work highlights that have a significant PRC regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the individual’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the lawyer’s role. Each firm is eligible to nominate only one lawyer per category.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of:
 
  1. Legal expertise and innovation
  2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
  3. Industry knowledge and experience
  4. Leadership and efficiency
  5. Client satisfaction
  6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation

All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between June 1, 2021 and June 1, 2022:

Firm name
Lawyer name
Title/position at firm
Three (3) relevant matters
Winning qualities
Recommend an individual at another firm and why
Referees
(Max. 1000 words)

Submissions will need to be made via the online portal here.
For disputes matters, ongoing proceedings pending a decision will be discarded. ONLY ONE entry is allowed per category, failure to comply will result in disqualification. ONLY THREE supporting matters are allowed. Entries for this award should focus on three work highlights that have a significant PRC regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the individual’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the lawyer’s role. Each firm is eligible to nominate only one lawyer per category.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of:
 
  1. Legal expertise and innovation
  2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
  3. Industry knowledge and experience
  4. Leadership and efficiency
  5. Client satisfaction
  6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation

All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between June 1, 2021 and June 1, 2022:

Firm name
Lawyer name
Title/position at firm
Three (3) relevant matters
Winning qualities
Recommend an individual at another firm and why
Referees
(Max. 1000 words)

Submissions will need to be made via the online portal here.
For disputes matters, ongoing proceedings pending a decision will be discarded. ONLY ONE entry is allowed per category, failure to comply will result in disqualification. ONLY THREE supporting matters are allowed. Entries for this award should focus on three work highlights that have a significant PRC regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the individual’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the lawyer’s role. Each firm is eligible to nominate only one lawyer per category.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of:
 
  1. Legal expertise and innovation
  2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
  3. Industry knowledge and experience
  4. Leadership and efficiency
  5. Client satisfaction
  6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation

All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between June 1, 2021 and June 1, 2022:

Firm name
Lawyer name
Title/position at firm
Three (3) relevant matters
Winning qualities
Recommend an individual at another firm and why
Referees
(Max. 1000 words)

Submissions will need to be made via the online portal here.

In-House Awards 企业法务奖项

For disputes matters, ongoing proceedings pending a decision will be discarded. ONLY ONE entry is allowed per category, failure to comply will result in disqualification. The General Counsel of the Year category is open to general counsel and heads of legal for international companies working for foreign companies' China operations. The submission should highlight concrete - and preferably measurable - ways in which the general counsel has contributed to the success of his or her company across the full spectrum of in-house responsibility (i.e. financial/customer/operational/people), rather than simply evidence of acting on one or more high-profile transactions.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of:

1. Strategic vision
2. Legal expertise and innovation
3. Industry knowledge and experience
4. Troubleshooting and regulatory/commercial solutions
5. Leadership and team development
6. Client satisfaction
7. Contribution to the success of the business
8. Contribution to the wider community

Please be sure to describe the legal team head’s role, areas of responsibility and reporting line, as well as the size and structure of the legal team. Concrete examples of how the team has helped the company achieve its strategic objectives are also valuable.

(Max. 500 words)
For disputes matters, ongoing proceedings pending a decision will be discarded. ONLY ONE entry is allowed per category, failure to comply will result in disqualification. The General Counsel of the Year category is open to general counsel and heads of legal for international companies working for foreign companies' China operations. The submission should highlight concrete - and preferably measurable - ways in which the general counsel has contributed to the success of his or her company across the full spectrum of in-house responsibility (i.e. financial/customer/operational/people), rather than simply evidence of acting on one or more high-profile transactions.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of:

1. Strategic vision
2. Legal expertise and innovation
3. Industry knowledge and experience
4. Troubleshooting and regulatory/commercial solutions
5. Leadership and team development
6. Client satisfaction
7. Contribution to the success of the business
8. Contribution to the wider community

Please be sure to describe the legal team head’s role, areas of responsibility and reporting line, as well as the size and structure of the legal team. Concrete examples of how the team has helped the company achieve its strategic objectives are also valuable.

(Max. 500 words)

For disputes matters, ongoing proceedings pending a decision will be discarded. ONLY ONE entry is allowed per category, failure to comply will result in disqualification. This award sets out to identify the GCs of tomorrow and is open to in-house lawyers who do not hold the position of general counsel or head of legal and have between four and 10 years of experience.

The judges will be looking for evidence of:
 - Leadership
 - Strategic vision
 - Troubleshooting and legal skills
 - Client satisfaction
 - Contribution to the success of the business
 - Contribution to the wider community

Role - describe your role, number of years of post-qualification experience and areas of responsibility
Achievements - how have you excelled in your role? You should provide evidence of your leadership ability, strategic vision, troubleshooting and legal skills, client satisfaction and contribution to the success of the business and the wider community.
Feedback - provide one written reference from an executive from within your company.

The word limit is 500 words.

Other Awards

For disputes matters, ongoing proceedings pending a decision will be discarded. ONLY ONE entry is allowed per category, failure to comply will result in disqualification. The judges will be looking for an ambitious project or initiative that has effectively delivered its objectives. This could be an international, national or local project. The entry should describe the project, explain its significance, set out its goals and provide hard evidence that these goals have been achieved, or are being achieved.

1. Name of organisation
2. Project/Initiative - define the project or initiative’s scope: include timelines, goals and team members. It is acceptable for the entry to focus on a particular stage of a long-term project.
3. Implementation - how successful was the implementation of this project or initiative? Was it within budget and delivered in time? What have been its benefits? Please provide hard evidence that goals have – or are being – achieved.
4. Feedback - please provide an appropriate written reference that illustrates the success of this project.

800 words max.

For disputes matters, ongoing proceedings pending a decision will be discarded. ONLY ONE entry is allowed per category, failure to comply will result in disqualification. This recognizes projects or initiatives that best honor the spirit of pro bono and social responsibility during the period. Consideration will be given to all law firm initiatives that aspire to a higher professional calling, including pro bono work, environmental stewardship, diversity programs, responsible contracting, philanthropy, volunteer work, and adherence to the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights. Special attention will be given to entries that demonstrate a high-level, focused, and creative effort to use the unique skills of lawyers throughout a law firm’s office and practice network to benefit the less fortunate in local Chinese communities.

Any international, national or local project implemented in the PRC that reflects these values is welcome. Please also provide an appropriate written reference that illustrates the success of the initiative(s).
 
(Max. 500 words)

Submissions will need to be made via the online portal here.

Grand Prix Awards 年度大奖

These awards will be announced on the night, we are not accepting submissions.
These awards will be announced on the night, we are not accepting submissions.
These awards will be announced on the night, we are not accepting submissions.
General Criteria