The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) has opened nominations for this year’s Honorary King’s Counsel (KC) awards.
Honorary KC recognises qualified lawyers and legal academics who have made a significant, positive impact on the law of England and Wales or on the legal profession, outside the courtroom.
We would be grateful for your support in promoting the nomination round through your networks, including by encouraging nominations that reflect the full diversity of backgrounds, experience and career paths among eligible lawyers and legal academics who have made a significant contribution.
Further details about the award, including the nomination criteria, eligibility requirements, and how to nominate someone, are available on GOV.UK here: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/honorary-kings-counsel-nominations-deadline-18-september-2026
Nominations must be submitted by 18 September 2026.