Legal excellence on a global stage: meet the leaders who defined 2025

Meet the lawyers and firms setting the standard and rising to regulatory, economic, and AI challenges

Legal excellence on a global stage: meet the leaders who defined 2025
By Canadian Lawyer
Jan 14, 2026 / Share

The Global Best in Law 2025 celebrates outstanding lawyers and law firms from around the world whose work made a meaningful impact in a year of rapid change.

The report, compiled by Canadian Lawyer, Australasian Lawyer, and NZ Lawyer, highlights professionals who continue to lead with excellence in increasingly complex legal environments.

Throughout 2025, award recipients distinguished themselves by embracing innovation, responding to legislative change and guiding clients through economic uncertainty.

From the responsible adoption of AI to high-stakes advocacy and people-focused firm leadership, these winners reflect the evolving priorities of the modern legal profession.

Access this exclusive report to meet the individuals and firms admired by peers and clients alike — and gain insight into the strategies shaping the future of law.

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