The In-House Legal Counsel Awards
Nomination Criteria
GC Elite Türkiye recognises in-house legal counsel across three categories. Nominations may include supporting material attached to the online form when submitting.
01 · Category
Individual
- 01Qualified in-house legal counsel, five years and above.
- 02Demonstrating excellent communication, teamwork, problem-solving and negotiation skills.
- 03A deep knowledge of business, law and regulation.
- 04An ethical approach to their work and colleagues.
- 05Increasingly acting as legal and business advisors to the C-Level senior leadership team and the broader community.
02 · Category
Rising Star
- 01Qualified in-house legal counsel with one to four years' experience.
- 02Recognised by peers and senior colleagues for their constructive and contributory qualities to the profession.
- 03Nominations should include examples of successful work in supporting the team, continuous growth and career development.
03 · Category
Teams
Open to Türkiye's in-house legal counsel teams across eleven industry sectors, this category recognises teams that deliver standout performance for their organisations — whether by innovatively leveraging internal capabilities or expertly managing external counsel. Judges look for clear evidence of excellence demonstrated through dedication, innovation, efficiency, value creation, cross-business integration, empowerment and continuous improvement, as well as impactful ESG initiatives and an unwavering commitment to diversity and inclusion.
The Eleven Sectors