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Over 10,500 lawyers have chosen to become Law Society members in 2024/25. We look forward to your continuing membership in 2025/26. The Law Society Council has confirmed the subscription fee in 2025/26 will be $300 + GST. Find out about renewing your membership for 2025/26.
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If you think your firm has been contacted by a scammer or been the victim of a scam, please check the contact number of your bank on their website and call them immediately. You should also contact your professional indemnity insurer, IT experts and/or seek independent legal advice.
Our submission outlines constitutional, public law, and process reasons why the Bill should not proceed further, and requests for the Law Society to appear before the Justice Committee when it commences public hearings over January and February.
The Law Society sections are specialist representative groups for lawyers who practise in family law, property law or practise in-house. Read more for information on support, law reform and advocacy as well as training.
The Law Society has 13 branches nationwide. Contact your local branch for information about upcoming local events, training opportunities, information and support or to make inquiries.
The Complaints Service investigates complaints about the conduct and service of lawyers, law firms or employees. Talk to us to find out if you have grounds for a complaint and the process for making one.
New Zealand Law Society CLE delivers a wide range of professional development training to New Zealand lawyers. Visit the CLE website for the latest CPD opportunities.