Small law practices and privacy law: the impact of Tranche 2 AML/CTF reforms
AML/CTF Reporting Entities will also have privacy obligations
By Carol Prasad - 5 min read
Complete the renewal of your practising certificate
Renewals are an important cog in the regulatory system through which the integrity of the legal profession is maintained.
By Licensing and Registry Department - 7 min read
Trust money in dispute
When client relationships deteriorate, pressure on trust money inevitably increases. The safest course is often the simplest: don’t disburse trust money until you are clearly…
By Sharon Blake - 4 min read
Cybersecurity expectations for NSW Trust Account Management
Principals are responsible for ensuring that effective safeguards are in place to protect trust accounts from unauthorised access, cyber threats and data compromise.
By Sharon Blake - 5 min read
Guide to law practice structures under the Legal Profession Uniform Law
There are five types of law practice structures under the Legal Profession Uniform Law (NSW) (Uniform Law).
By Mehzabin Farazi - 8 min read
When can a personal costs order be made against a solicitor?
A solicitor’s compliance with the court rules and procedures can prevent the wasting of time and costs of the Court and the parties, and avoid…
By Dora Chan - 8 min read
Focusing on ability: inclusive practice for all clients
Inclusive practice involves adapting communication, processes, physical environments, and expectations in the delivery of legal services to meet diverse client needs.
By Dr Benjamin Koh, Marija Gurlica, Vaughan Roles, Rebecca Grant and Jade Tyrell - 12 min read
Navigating AML/CTF obligations: a practical roadmap for NSW law practices
A range of resources are available for law practices seeking to meet their new Anti-Money Laundering/Counter Terrorism Financing (AML/CTF) obligations
By Bobbie Wan - 7 min read
7 AML compliance missteps (and how to avoid them)
At the recent Law Society Annual Conference, seasoned AML professionals reflected on some of the most common missteps overseas, and how these can be avoided…
By Bobbie Wan - 5 min read
What is the Solicitor Capability Framework?
Equipping solicitors with the capabilities needed to thrive in practice and to support their ongoing professional development.
By Sarah Malcher - 3 min read
Who is considered a ‘former client’? Conversations and conflicts of interest
The duty to avoid conflicts of interest between current and former clients is fundamental.
By Professional Standards Department - 4 min read