Recognition that peers nominate.

Six categories, nominated by peers, clients or institutions, never by the nominee. The inaugural gala was held in Barcelona in August 2026; the 2027 awards are presented in Paris.

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§ 01Categories

Six awards.

Neutral of the Year

Exceptional conduct, innovation and impact in the award year.

Case of the Year

The most significant resolution or prevention outcome, described with the parties’ consent.

Rising Neutral

Within five years of Next-Gen certification.

Outstanding Institution

A firm, GC office or partner that advanced independent evaluation.

Prevention Innovation

An inventive use of CPRS™, GBI™ or dispute system design.

Lifetime Achievement

Chosen by the Global Council; not awarded every year.

§ 02Rules

How awards are decided.

01
Peer nomination
No self-nominations.
02
Independent panel
Drawn from the Global Council; members with a conflict recuse.
03
No fee
Nominating is free.
04
Published
Results are published with reasons.