Celebrating Scotland’s Women in Law
Business Women Scotland is delighted to announce the return of the BWS Women in Law Awards for 2027, celebrating the achievements, leadership and impact of women across Scotland’s legal profession.
Following the success of our inaugural awards, we are delighted to bring the legal community together once again.
Save the Date
🏆 BWS Women in Law Awards Lunch
📆 Thursday 25th February 2027
📍 voco Grand Central Hotel, Glasgow
Key Dates…
Nominations Open: 12th October 2026
Nominations Close: 18th January 2027
Awards Lunch: Thursday 25th February 2027
Headline Sponsor:
Sharri Plimbley Associates
We are delighted to welcome Sharri Plimbley Associates as our headline sponsor for the BWS Women in Law Awards 2027.
Sharri Plimbley Associates are legal recruitment specialists, working with key partners across Scotland and beyond and supporting legal professionals and firms in finding the right talent and opportunities.
The awards also continue to work with and receive support from the Law Society of Scotland, helping us connect with and celebrate Scotland's wider legal community.
2027 Award Categories
Celebrating Women in Law in Scotland
The BWS Women in Law Awards will recognise achievement across a range of areas within the profession, including:
⚖️ Paralegal of the Year
⚖️ Law Firm of the Year – Small
⚖️ Law Firm of the Year – Large
⚖️ Advocate of the Year
⚖️ Family & Child Law
⚖️ Boutique Law Firm of the Year
⚖️ Mentor of the Year
⚖️ Commercial Lawyer of the Year
More categories will be announced for 2027.
Why enter?
The Women in Law Awards celebrate the remarkable achievements of women across Scotland's legal profession – from rising stars beginning to make their mark to inspirational leaders driving change.
Hosted by Business Women Scotland, the awards champion gender equity, professional achievement and positive impact within the legal community.
They are open to women working across the profession and to firms of all sizes, including global and national practices, regional firms, boutique businesses and sole practitioners.
Entry is completely free.
Whether you nominate yourself, a colleague or someone whose work deserves greater recognition, the awards provide an opportunity to celebrate achievement and bring inspiring stories from across Scotland's legal sector into the spotlight.
Being shortlisted can help build professional profile, strengthen credibility and confidence, and create new connections and opportunities.
It’s an afternoon to make connections, build relationships, celebrate success and be inspired by the women in the room.
Whether you’re joining us as a finalist, business owner, corporate guest, supporter or simply want to expand your network, we want you to make the most of the day.
From the moment the drinks reception begins at 12 noon, there will be opportunities to meet and connect with women from a wide range of businesses, organisations and industries.
“These awards are about more than recognition. They inspire others to see what’s possible, regardless of the scale of their firm or resources, and shine a spotlight on women driving real progress in the legal profession.”
Lynne Kennedy MBE
Founder, Business Women Scotland
Congratulations to our 2026 Winners and Finalists
Congratulations to all the winners and finalists of the BWS Women in Law Awards. Our inaugural awards celebrated the outstanding achievements, leadership and contribution of women across the legal profession.
The response to the awards was fantastic, with a high level of engagement from individuals and organisations across the sector. The quality of entries highlighted the inspiring work being carried out by women in law.
Awards Highlights:
200+ entries submitted
45 finalists shortlisted
12 award categories
1 Lifetime Achievement Award
Thank you to everyone who entered, supported and attended the awards. We look forward to continuing to celebrate and recognise the achievements of women in law in the years ahead.
