Rogers & Norton shortlisted for Outstanding Social Impact Award at the British Legal Awards 2026
The British Legal Awards 2026 have shortlisted Rogers & Norton Solicitors for the ‘Outstanding Social Impact – Private Practice’ award, recognising our commitment to making a positive difference within the communities we serve.
Now in their 17th year, the British Legal Awards celebrate excellence across the UK legal profession, recognising the achievements of law firms, legal professionals and organisations making a meaningful contribution to the sector.
Our nomination focused primarily on the success and continued development of our Law Academy, alongside our wider charitable partnerships and community initiatives across Norfolk.
Inspiring the next generation of legal professionals
Established to provide sixth form students with practical insight into the legal profession, our Law Academy has become an important part of our commitment to supporting young people across Norfolk.
The programme brings together students from local sixth forms, providing opportunities to engage directly with legal professionals, explore different practice areas of law and gain a better understanding of the career pathways available within the sector. Through a series of interactive workshops, students develop practical skills, participate in legal exercises and hear first-hand from lawyers and other legal professionals about their experiences.
The 2025/2026 academic year marked a significant milestone for our Law Academy, as we moved the Norwich programme to an external venue at Norwich City Football Club for the first time. This allowed us to considerably increase capacity and open up the programme to a much larger group of students, welcoming 40 sixth formers from eight Norfolk schools. The programme also expanded into Dereham for the first time, providing further opportunities for young people in the area.
Building on this success, our 2026/2027 Norwich Law Academy has continued to grow, welcoming around 60 students from participating sixth forms, reflecting the increasing interest in the initiative. By sharing our knowledge and experience, we hope to help make the legal profession more accessible, raise aspirations and give students the confidence to explore careers they may not previously have considered.
Making a difference across Norfolk
Alongside the Law Academy, our wider commitment to supporting local charities and community organisations is another important part of our approach to social impact.
Earlier this year, we concluded our first three-year charity partnership programme, which saw us support Little Lifts, Norfolk & Waveney Mind and Priscilla Bacon Hospice Charity through fundraising, sponsorship, volunteering and awareness initiatives. Over the course of the partnership, our fundraising and sponsorship activities generated approximately £18,000 for the three charities, alongside the valuable time and support contributed by colleagues across the firm.
We have since launched a new three-year charity partnership with Break, Norfolk Accident Rescue Service (NARS) and Norfolk Community Foundation, continuing our commitment to supporting causes that make a meaningful difference to people across Norfolk. Our approach is centred on building long-term relationships, encouraging staff involvement and using our professional expertise and connections to benefit the wider community.
National recognition for our community work
Being shortlisted for the Outstanding Social Impact – Private Practice award is a significant achievement for the firm and recognises the collective efforts of our colleagues who contribute their time, knowledge and enthusiasm to our community initiatives. From delivering Law Academy workshops and supporting aspiring legal professionals to volunteering, fundraising and championing local charities, our people play an important role in helping us make a positive difference.
Ginny Colman, Director at Rogers & Norton, said “We are absolutely delighted to have been shortlisted for this award, particularly as it recognises the work we do beyond providing legal services. Our Law Academy is something we are incredibly proud of. It has grown considerably over the years, and it is fantastic to see so many young people taking an interest in the legal profession and making the most of the opportunities we provide.
This recognition is a real credit to everyone across the firm who has contributed to the Academy and our wider community initiatives. We are passionate about supporting the communities in which we live and work, and we look forward to building on this in the years ahead.”
The winners will be announced at the British Legal Awards ceremony on Wednesday 25th November 2026, taking place at City Central at the HAC in London, where representatives from Rogers & Norton will join legal professionals from across the UK to celebrate the achievements of the profession.
We are incredibly proud to have been shortlisted alongside some of the UK’s leading law firms and look forward to continuing our work with local schools, charities and community organisations in the years ahead.
At Rogers & Norton Solicitors, our experienced teams work with individuals, families and businesses across Norfolk and beyond, providing practical legal advice on a wide range of matters, including Wills, Trusts and Probate, Residential and Commercial Property, Corporate and Commercial Law, and Employment Law.
For more information on our legal services or to arrange an appointment with a member of our team, please contact us on 01603 666001, email enquiries@rogers-norton.co.uk or complete the ‘Request a Consultation’ form on our website.