Nominations are now open!  

For more information on eligibility, view the awards flyer.

Nomination Process
The Federal Dispute Resolution Section Executive will review all applications. If the Executive cannot agree on a winner, the final decision shall be made by the Section Chair.

Presentation of Award
The winner of the award will be announced and presented at the 2026 Commonwealth Law Conference in Sydney on Friday, 27 February 2026.

The Award
The winner of the award will receive:

• complimentary membership to the Federal Dispute Resolution Section for one year;
• complimentary registration to the 2026 Commonwealth Law Conference and
• return flights to Sydney and accommodation for the evening of 26 February 2026 (if required).

Contact
Chelsea De Silva
Executive Officer
Federal Dispute Resolution Section
E. chelsea.desilva@lawcouncil.au
T. 02 6246 3722