The Law Society of South Australia

2026/2027 Practising Certificate and Membership Renewal

Complete the relevant renewal applications via the Renewal Portal.

Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing

The Law Society is committed to representing the interests of South Australian legal practitioners in the development of the AML/CTF regime.

Learn more about the AML/CTF regime

Ethical Guidance

The Society has compiled the most frequently raised ethical issues into a simple summary, drawn from practitioner enquiries and organised by the relevant sections of the South Australian Legal Practitioner Conduct Rules.

View the guidance here

The Wills Register

The Wills Register is a secure, central register for the location of South Australian wills. Free to use, it allows legal practitioners to search for registered wills and add their own clients’ wills, and is available to all practitioners in South Australian law practices.

Learn more about the Wills Register

Risk Management Document Packages

Risk Management Document Packages offer client letters, checklists, and other tools to help reduce risk across key practice areas, including cybersecurity, succession, family law, commercial and general law, personal injuries, client intake, and litigation.

These resources are free for practitioners participating in the Legal Practitioners Professional Indemnity Insurance Scheme.

Access the Packages here

Mediation and Meeting Room Hire

The Law Society offers seven versatile mediation and meeting rooms, as well as a Boardroom that accommodates up to 18 people, all conveniently located on North Terrace in the CBD. Special discounted rates available for Law Society Members.

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For Legal Practitioners

An invaluable list of important dates and deadlines for legal practitioners.
Important Dates for Legal Practitioners
Information to assist SA legal practitioners with the upcoming Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing Reform
AML/CTF Resource Hub
Access the Law Society's Trust Accounting resources.
Trust Accounting Regulations and Resources
Information on Professional Indemnity Insurance Scheme and Risk Management.
Law Claims
Information on categories, application forms, and other matters relating to Practising Certificates.
Practising Certificates
Advice, assistance and information about combating bullying, discrimination and harassment for individuals and law practices.
Bullying, Discrimination and Harassment

For The Public

Find the right lawyer for you with the See a Lawyer Referral Service.
See a Lawyer Referral Service
Find a Nationally Accredited Mediator in the area of meditation you need.
Nationally Accredited Medators
Assistance in locating the Missing Will of a deceased person.
Missing Wills
Your Right to Know and Your Right to Challenge Legal Costs.
Legal Costs Fact Sheets
Different pathways for the public to access to low cost or free legal advice.
Low Cost and Free Legal Advice
Look up a Legal Practitioner in relation to their Practising Certificate.
Register of Practising Certificates

For Students

Have a passion for the law and want to be a lawyer?
Study Requirements to Become a Lawyer
The Society is proud to offer prizes and scholarships that recognise the hard work of students.
Prizes and Scholarships
The Mock Trial Competition allows high school students to better understand the SA legal system.
Mock Trial Competition
The benefits of joining the Law Society as a Student.
Join as a Student Associate
Upcoming applications to the Supreme Court for admission in South Australia.
Notifications of Applications for Admission
Recent applicants granted a favourable report from the Board of Examiners.
Recent Applications for Admission

Upcoming Events

Work Smarter: Improving Productivity across Documents and Email

Tuesday, 9 June, 2026 - 12:00 PM ACDT

CPD

In this practical, CPD-credited session, Hayley Leung, Lead Solutions Expert, APAC, from NetDocuments will show how small and mid-size ANZ firms are tackling this problem head-on — and what a modern document and email workflow actually looks like in practice.

General Legal Practice

all levels?

1 CPD unit

Work Smarter: Improving Productivity across Documents and Email

Discontinuances and Expedited Decisions (RTW Act)

Friday, 12 June, 2026 - 10:00 AM ACST

CPD

An interactive “how-to” workshop for junior compensation lawyers on s 48(9) and 113 of the RTW Act, presented by Dr Peter Kassapidis, followed by an expert panel discussion.

Personal Injury and Accident Compensation

all levels?

1.5 CPD units

Discontinuances and Expedited Decisions (RTW Act)

Managing Vicarious Trauma in Legal Practice

Monday, 15 June, 2026 - 12:00 PM ACST

CPD

A practical session exploring what vicarious trauma is, how it shows up in legal practice, and the strategies and supports that help legal professionals maintain psychological wellbeing and sustainable careers.

Wellbeing and Resilience

all levels?

1 CPD unit

Managing Vicarious Trauma in Legal Practice

Red Flags of Fraud in Financial Statements

Wednesday, 17 June, 2026 - 10:00 AM ACST

CPD

A practical session equipping legal practitioners with the fundamentals of financial statements and the key red flags that may signal fraud, illustrated through real-world examples and case study discussion.

Finance Banking and Financial Services

all levels?

1.5 CPD units

Red Flags of Fraud in Financial Statements

All Events

News

State Budget cannot ignore dire state of courts

1/06/2026

The State Budget is a reflection of the Government’s priorities for the State. Judging by recent budgets, South Australia’s justice system ranks low on the priority list.

Justice system must be a priority in State Election

25/02/2026

The Law Society has urged parties to address the longstanding under-investment in the justice system as it ramps up its advocacy in the lead-up to the State Election.

Courts should be open to criticism – but not undue pressure

17/02/2026

There has been robust – at times heated – public debate about the justice system’s response to offending involving assaults on emergency workers.

Law Society welcomes Supreme and District Court appointments

29/01/2026

The Law Society congratulates The Honourable Associate Justice Katrina Bochner and The Honourable Judge Kristopher Handshin on their appointments as Justices of the Supreme Court, effective from 19 February 2026.

Law Society congratulates Chief Justice Kourakis on Australia Day Honour

26/01/2026

The Law Society of South Australia congratulates The Honourable Chief Justice Chris Kourakis on being made a Companion of the Order of Australia in this year’s Australia Day Honours.

Submissions

Senate inquiry into Australian university graduates

22/05/2026

Submission to the Law Council of Australia on the Senate inquiry into Australian university graduates.

Court transcripts, supporting the use of South Australian Legal Services and other matters

15/05/2026

Submission to the Attorney-General of South Australia on court transcripts, supporting the use of South Australian Legal Services and other matters.

Consultations on Practical Legal Training (PLT) reforms

12/05/2026

Submission to the Law Council of Australia on the Consultations on Practical Legal Training (PLT) reforms.

Children’s Online Privacy Code

8/05/2026

Submission to the Law Council of Australia on the Children’s Online Privacy Code.

Review of Costs Disclosure Thresholds

24/04/2026

Submission to the Legal Services Council on the review of Costs Disclosure Thresholds.

All Advocacy

The Bulletin

The Law Society’s flagship journal, featuring information on the latest developments in the legal profession and informed analysis on key justice issues.

View the latest edition here

AML/CTF Updates

The Law Society will be providing regular updates to support legal practitioners in readiness for the commencement of their obligations.

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See a Lawyer Referral Service

This service connects you with law firms who specialise in your specific area of need in your preferred location.

Find a Lawyer

2026/2027 Renewal Period

It's that time of year again when we kindly remind our Members and all South Australian legal practitioners to check their email inboxes for their annual renewal notices. Practising Certificate, Professional Indemnity Insurance, Professional Standards Scheme and Membership Renewals are due by 30 June 2026.

All the information about renewals, including FAQs, forms and payments, can be found via the Renewal Portal.

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Law Society Membership Benefits

The Law Society offers a diverse range of services to its members, the legal profession and community of South Australia.

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Your Law Society Account

Your Law Society Account provides access to important information including your practitioner record, invoices and MCPD activities.

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2026/2027 Practising Certificate and Membership Renewal

Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing

Ethical Guidance

The Wills Register

Risk Management Document Packages

Mediation and Meeting Room Hire

Lawyers

Public

Students

For Legal Practitioners

For The Public

For Students

Upcoming Events

Work Smarter: Improving Productivity across Documents and Email

Discontinuances and Expedited Decisions (RTW Act)

Managing Vicarious Trauma in Legal Practice

Red Flags of Fraud in Financial Statements

News

State Budget cannot ignore dire state of courts

Justice system must be a priority in State Election

Courts should be open to criticism – but not undue pressure

Law Society welcomes Supreme and District Court appointments

Law Society congratulates Chief Justice Kourakis on Australia Day Honour

Submissions

Senate inquiry into Australian university graduates

Court transcripts, supporting the use of South Australian Legal Services and other matters

Consultations on Practical Legal Training (PLT) reforms

Children’s Online Privacy Code

Review of Costs Disclosure Thresholds

The Bulletin

AML/CTF Updates

See a Lawyer Referral Service

2026/2027 Renewal Period

Law Society Membership Benefits

Your Law Society Account

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