Michael Seton, Solicitor Director at Seton Family Lawyers in Erina, has been recognised at the Lawyers Weekly Partner of the Year Awards, where he was awarded Mentor of the Year and the coveted Excellence Award — the top honour of the night.
Seton received the highest number of votes from the judging panel, highlighting his exceptional leadership and dedication to improving mental health and wellbeing within the legal profession.
The Partner of the Year Awards is a national high-profile program which receives thousands of entries each year, recognising the achievements of Australia’s top-performing law partners.
The Mentor of the Year award acknowledges a partner who has played an avid role in ensuring the next generation of legal professionals continuously develops their skills and acumen within the business of law.
“It’s an incredible honour to be named Mentor of the Year, and represent our region as an ambassador for the legal profession,” Seton said.
“Watching my team and mentees grow, adapt, and lift each other is a constant source of motivation and purpose.”
Seton has been open about the personal experiences that shaped his leadership and, ultimately, led to the development of a scalable wellbeing and gratitude program for his firm.
Drawing from his challenges with the emotional toll of family law, he launched the Ironbark initiative, a program purpose-built to address the mental health struggles faced by legal professionals.
The initiative prioritises team member wellbeing and family connection, with subsidies for therapy and creative pursuits, as well as paid time for volunteering within the local community.
“I believe in protecting lawyers at risk and reshaping the legal profession, starting with my team and our regional legal community,” Seton said.
“Mentorship has played a vital role in that transformation.
“It’s not just about passing on legal knowledge; it’s about building confidence, resilience, and purpose.”
Seton’s recognition reflects the collective commitment of the Seton Family Lawyers team to creating a supportive, progressive and values-based culture.
Seton and the firm were also recently named as finalists in the 2025 Australian Law Awards.
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