Best in Law

Special Reports

Special Reports

NZ Lawyer's special reports provide an expert-collated resource for the industry when looking for best-in-class partners and the most revered service providers.

The Special Reports also provide an opportunity to honor the top companies and individuals in the industry for their hard work and commitment to innovation. This year, NZ Lawyer will produce a comprehensive portfolio of special reports covering a plethora of topics and agendas that are top of mind for professionals and most pertinent to the industry.

Our User Guide details the entire process from the initial research stage to final publication, and also introduces the team members who work on our special reports in a variety of roles.

To view the entire schedule and participate in the surveys that are integral to revealing the trends and conversations that matter, please visit our Annual Calendar

 

Best Young Lawyers in Australia and New Zealand 35 and Under | Future Legal Leaders

Best Young Lawyers in Australia and New Zealand 35 and Under | Future Legal Leaders

Celebrating the best young lawyers in Australia and New Zealand 35 and under who combine technical skills with strategic and commercial awareness

Global Best in Law 2025

Global Best in Law 2025

Spotlighting the global best lawyers and law firms honoured for their excellence over the past year

Best Legal Tech and Legal Service Providers in Australia and New Zealand | Service Provider Awards

Best Legal Tech and Legal Service Providers in Australia and New Zealand | Service Provider Awards

Celebrating the best legal tech and legal service providers in Australia and New Zealand enabling lawyers to be more effective

The Top Female Lawyers in Australia and New Zealand | Elite Women

The Top Female Lawyers in Australia and New Zealand | Elite Women

Australia and New Zealand’s top female lawyers reveal the challenge is not talent supply, but building systems that sustain equity in leadership

The Best Law Firms to Work for in Australia and New Zealand | 5-Star Employers of Choice

The Best Law Firms to Work for in Australia and New Zealand | 5-Star Employers of Choice

Recognising the best law firms to work for in Australia and New Zealand that prioritise and set industry-leading standards for employee development, support and benefits

Top Specialist Firms

Top Specialist Firms

Honouring the top specialist law firms across Australia and New Zealand that stand apart for their depth of knowledge and ability to serve clients

The Best Young Lawyers in Australia 35 and Under | Future Legal Leaders 2025

The Best Young Lawyers in Australia 35 and Under | Future Legal Leaders 2025

Celebrating the best young lawyers in Australia and New Zealand under 35 changing the face of the profession with innovation, cultural awareness and business-focused solutions

Top Managing Partners at Law Firms in Australia and New Zealand | Law Firm Leaders of the Year

Top Managing Partners at Law Firms in Australia and New Zealand | Law Firm Leaders of the Year

Spotlighting the most influential leaders in law who empower their teams and have led their firms’ growth and expansion of client services

Global Best In Law 2024

Global Best In Law 2024

Spotlighting the best law professionals driving higher standards and leading the industry forward

Best Legal Tech and Legal Service Providers in Australia and New Zealand | Service Provider Awards

Best Legal Tech and Legal Service Providers in Australia and New Zealand | Service Provider Awards

Highlighting Australia and New Zealand’s best legal service providers enabling the industry to reach higher standards with their user-friendly and efficient products and platforms

The Best Law Firms in Australia and New Zealand | Law Firms of the Year

The Best Law Firms in Australia and New Zealand | Law Firms of the Year

Recognising the best law firms in Australia and New Zealand for their remarkable progress while providing stellar client service in a challenging economic environment

The Top Female Lawyers in New Zealand | Elite Women

The Top Female Lawyers in New Zealand | Elite Women

Celebrating the top female lawyers in New Zealand moving the industry forward and raising the bar with their dedication and ability to lead from the front