FAQs
Q: What date is the Legal 500 South East Asia Awards 2026 and where are they being held?
A: Thursday 30 April| JW Marriott Hotel Singapore South Beach, 30 Beach Road, Access via Nicoll Highway, Singapore 189763.
Q: What are the timings?
A: The event will commence with a Champagne reception at 6:30pm, followed by a banquet dinner and awards presentation at 19:30pm, entertainment and Afterparty at 10:30pm, carriages at 11:30pm.
Q: What is the dress code for the evening?
A: Black tie.
Q: How are the shortlists compiled?
A: For 39 years, Legal 500 has been analysing the capabilities of law firms across the world, with a comprehensive research programme revised and updated every year to bring the most up-to-date vision of the global legal market. Our research is based on feedback from 300,000 clients, submissions from law firms and interviews with leading private practice and in-house lawyers, and a team of researchers who have unrivalled experience.
Q: When will I hear if I have been successful and made the shortlists?
A: Legal 500 will notify sets of the categories for which they have been shortlisted at the end of February 2026.
Q: Can I book a table before the shortlist is announced?
A: Absolutely.
Q: Should I book a table even if I do not know all guest names yet?
A: Definitely – Capacity is limited, so it is vital you book your space and return the table booking form early to avoid disappointment. Actual guest names may be supplied at a later stage.
Q: When is the latest I can supply guest names?
A: Please can you send all guest names to [email protected]m no later than 9 April 2026. This is to ensure that all guests are included on the seating plans for the event, and will avoid confusion for your guests in locating their table on the night.
We are also required to inform the hotel of all guest names for security reasons in advance of the event.
Q: Is wine included with the table booking?
A: We provide our choice of red and white wine, as well as still and sparkling water, throughout the meal and awards ceremony. However, should you wish to order alternative wines or other beverages, you will be able to do so on the night.
Q: What if I have a specific dietary requirement?
A: JW Marriott Hotel Singapore is superbly equipped to handle the vast majority of dietary requirements, provided these are notified to us in advance of the event.
Please can you ensure that when you supply us with guest names, you also include any special dietary requirements in your email. These should all be sent to: [email protected]m no later than 9 April 2026.
Q: Do you provide invitations for Law Firms/Sponsors to send out to their guests?
A: We do not produce invitations for firms/sponsors to send out as we leave it to each table host’s discretion as to who and how they wish to invite their guests. All we ask is that you supply us with guest names as directed and for the reasons above before the event itself.