CANADIAN IN-HOUSE COUNSEL CELEBRATION 2025
Join us recognizing and fostering excellence in Canada’s In-House Community. The Canadian Corporate Counsel Association and Mondaq look forward to announcing the winners at the gala evening on 9 October in the magnificent Crystal Ballroom at the Omni King Edward Hotel in Toronto, Ontario.
Nominations will open on 2 April and close on 29 May – follow Mondaq and/or the CCCA on LinkedIn to keep informed.
Shortlist announced: August 2025
We are delighted to announce the finalists for the Canadian Corporate Counsel Association (CCCA) and Mondaq’s celebration. We look forward to announcing the winners at the gala evening on October 9 in the magnificent Crystal Ballroom at the Omni King Edward in Toronto, Ontario.
The RVA Jones Award is named after Robert V.A. Jones, an in-house counsel who made significant contributions to the in-house counsel community. This award celebrates a Canadian in-house counsel who exemplifies the highest standards of conduct, professionalism, and service as in-house counsel. The recipient will be an individual who has made long-term, significant contributions to the promotion and advancement of the Canadian in-house community. They will be a champion and advocate of the Canadian in-house community, and viewed by their peers as a leader and a source of inspiration.
Nominations must include examples of activity and outcomes that demonstrate excellence in this category.
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The In-House Legal Leader of the Year Award honours an in-house legal professional who has exemplified outstanding leadership, strategic insight, and legal expertise within their organization over the past year. The recipient has made a meaningful impact by driving innovation, upholding the highest ethical standards, and contributing to broader organizational goals as well as the legal and professional community. They have led by example, fostering collaboration and mentorship within their teams. This award highlights the critical role in-house counsel play in advancing organizational success and elevating the legal department’s value.
Nominations must include examples of activity and outcomes that demonstrate excellence in this category.
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The Transition to Business Award recognizes an in-house counsel who has successfully moved beyond a traditional legal role within an in-house legal department to take on a business, strategic or leadership position within an organization, outside of the legal department. This individual exemplifies the ability to advance organizational goals from the perspective of a business or organizational partner, rather than solely as a legal advisor. Roles within HR, Risk Management, Finance and others are considered.
Nominations must include examples of activity and outcomes that demonstrate excellence in this category.
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The Action in Diversity & Inclusion Award honours an in-house counsel or legal department that has exhibited exceptional leadership and commitment towards fostering inclusion and diversity in the legal profession. This award recognizes those who have implemented tangible and innovative strategies to encourage and promote diverse and inclusive work environments, either within their organization or more broadly across their industry.
Nominations must include examples of activity and outcomes that demonstrate excellence in this category.
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The Employee Wellness Initiative of the Year Award honours a legal department or in-house counsel that has championed workforce wellness through a specific initiative. Amid increasing workloads and heightened work-related stress and anxiety within the legal profession, this award highlights organizational initiatives that are proactively addressing these critical challenges and fostering a healthier work environment.
Nominations must include examples of activity and outcomes that demonstrate excellence in this category.
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The Up & Comer Award recognizes outstanding emerging in-house counsel in the private or public sector who have been called to the bar within the last 10 years. This award highlights excellence in areas such as a significant transaction, strategic initiative management and leadership, resolution of material litigation, mentorship of other lawyers, demonstration of integrity, pro-bono work, or professional development.
Nominations must include examples of activity and outcomes that demonstrate excellence in this category.
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Innovation in legal department management goes beyond merely employing technology. It involves understanding the organizational objectives, strategy and change management processes to ensure successful innovation. The Innovation Impacting the Profession Award recognizes a legal department that has significantly advanced the profession, setting a benchmark through impactful practices beyond new tools or cost saving measures.
Nominations must include examples of activity and outcomes that demonstrate excellence in this category.
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The Legal Team of the Year Award honours a pioneering legal team, whether small or large, that has achieved extraordinary outcomes in our uniquely Canadian In-house community. The award goes beyond large transactions or litigation, highlighting the unique challenges and successes faced by Canadian legal departments.
Nominations must include examples of activity and outcomes that demonstrate excellence in this category.
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