Manchester Resolution Awards Evening & Black Tie Dinner 2026

Manchester Resolution is once again hosting its annual awards dinner at The Lowry Hotel.

The Manchester Resolution Committee welcomes you to join us for this black-tie dinner, at what promises to be an exciting evening celebrating all the incredible talent that the Greater Manchester region has to offer in family justice.

The drinks reception is kindly being sponsored by our headline sponsor Hilton Smythe Business & Finance Brokers.

The evening will conclude with music and dancing.

The award categories are:

* Lawyer/Solicitor of the Year (sponsored by William James Recruitment)

* Barrister of the Year (sponsored by Evelyn Partners)

* YRes Rising Star (sponsored by DNA Legal)

* Kindness/Wellbeing Champion (sponsored by Level)

* Resolution Community Champion (sponsored by Concerva)

Nominations are welcomed from all family justice professionals.

Submissions should be sent in writing to Chair of the Manchester Resolution Committee, Joanne Radcliff, at joanne.radcliff@hilldickinson.com. Only one submission per category per firm and nominated individuals must practise in Greater Manchester.

Submissions are a maximum of 500 words (with no additional documentation permitted). All submissions must be received by no later than 4pm on 28 November. The shortlist will be announced in January.

The awards will be judged by a panel of guest judges selected from representatives from our sponsors.

Cost: £72.50 + VAT

Ticket sales close at 5.00pm on Friday 10 January 2026. Tables seat 10.

A donation will be made to charity from the funds raised.

Menu

Starter: Chargrilled Vegetable Terrine, Tomato Chutney, Parsley and Shallot Salsa

Main: choice of:

* Roasted Chicken Breast, Thyme Buttered Fondant, Crushed Carrot with Tarragon, Tenderstem Broccoli, Jus

* Salmon Supreme, Green Vegetable Medley, Pickled Shallot, Lemon and Dill Velouté

* Sauteed Gnocchi, Red Pepper Coulis, Roasted Courgette Baby Spinach and Caramelised Onion

Dessert: Malteser Cheesecake, Milk Chocolate, Caramel Sauce