GTC in Australian Law Awards
Nick Hardy-Clements, Jordan Vincent, Daniel Shestowsky, Michelle Makela , Jack Leitner, James Stevens, Carl Patterson Finch, Sylvie Maranis, Ali Rana and Tanguy Mwilambwe attended a black-tie event at The Star Sydney on 31 August 2018 where the winners of 2018’s Australian Law Awards (ALAs) were announced.
Go To Court Lawyers was shortlisted in both the New Law Firm of the Year category and the Innovator of the Year category.
It was the 18th year of the Australian Law Awards, which recognises outstanding work in the legal profession. Over 30 awards were handed out and guests enjoyed a three-course meal and a performance by comedian Tom Gleeson.
It was a beautiful location and GTC staff had a lovely evening and would like to congratulate all the winners.
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