2026 Annual Members Awards

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The Law Society of NSW is proud to announce the 2026 finalists for the Annual Members Awards, celebrating the exceptional achievements and contributions of solicitors across New South Wales. 

These prestigious awards recognise those individuals who lead, inspire and uphold the highest standards of our profession. They are an opportunity to celebrate individuals whose dedication, expertise, and service to the community make a lasting impact.

2026 Finalists

The President’s Medal 

  • Susai Benjamin OAM
  • Stephen Macliver AM

Wellbeing and Sustainable Practice 

  • Keypoint Law
  • Isabel Ayoub, Solicitor, de Groots Wills and Estate Lawyers
  • Michael Seton, Solicitor Director, Seton Family Lawyers
  • Stefanie Costi, Principal Lawyer, Stefanie Costi & Associates

Committee Member of the Year 

  • Amber Cerny, Partner, HWLE Lawyers 
  • Paul Lewis, Senior Legal Counsel, Carroll & O'Dea Lawyers 
  • Graeme Johnson, Consultant, Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer

Early Career Lawyer of the Year 

  • Lauren Devine, Solicitor, The Family Law Co.
  • Samantha Alexander, Solicitor, Aboriginal Legal Service (NSW/ACT)
  • Lauren Harrison, Associate, Walker Law Group
  • Marie Russo, Associate, GSM Law Group

Pro Bono Service 

  • Kayte Lewis, Principal Solicitor, Voice Lawyers
  • Fiona Wong, Managing Partner, Gilton Valeo Lawyers
  • Elaine Johnson, Director, Johnson Legal
  • Skye Owen, Special Counsel, Lander & Rogers

Professional Leadership 

  • Katrin O'Sullivan, Global General Counsel & Company Secretary, The Fred Hollows Foundation
  • Michael Seton, Solicitor Director, Seton Family Lawyers
  • Jessie Yap, Head of Legal & Compliance, Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies
  • Timothy Cullenward, Solicitor Director, Peacockes Solicitors

ANNUAL MEMBERS DINNER AND AWARDS NIGHT

Award winners will be announced at our Annual Members Dinner, hosted by the Law Society of NSW President, Ronan MacSweeney, and the Law Society Council on Friday 20 November 2026, at ILUMINA, Sydney. Tickets for the event are now sold out. 

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