New Zealand Law Society - Membership

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Join today. Law Society membership is available to all lawyers who hold a current practising certificate and renews on 1 July each year. 

Member benefits

Advocacy for the profession

A strong voice and trusted advocate for access to justice and rule of law across the motu. Read about our advocacy in action.

Inclusive of membership to a Section

Gain access to the broad range of services and support offered by our Sections (FLS, PLS, ILANZ).

*Your 2024-25 subscription includes membership of a Section (eligibility criteria apply).

Member savings on CPD

Enjoy savings with up to 30% off full price NZLS CLE Limited and Law Society education.

Networking and learning events

Stay connected with events, learning and support via our 13 branches and Sections.

Local support through our branch network

A community to turn to when you need help. Find your local branch.

Listed on Find a Lawyer

Be discovered with Find a Lawyer, a publicly searchable lawyer database.

Save money

Enjoy member only offers and discounts through our Partner Programme.

Specialist tools and resources

Access our growing library of tools, resources and guides for your practice and area of law.

Mentoring and career hub

One-stop-shop of tools and resources to support you in your career. Check out our mentoring programme and career hub.

Enhance your brand

Build confidence with your clients and promote your membership of Law Society with the use of Law Society and FLS/PLS logo and post-nominals. Learn about logos and post nominals.

Member-only bulletins

Stay informed on critical issues related to your area of practice.

Complimentary membership for new lawyers in their first two years of practice

Membership, support, collegiality and resources designed especially for new lawyers in your first two years of practice. Read our New Lawyers' Guide.

Personal, wellbeing and professional support

As a member, the Law Society is here to support you through various stages of your professional life, with resources and support in times of need.

Support is available to all lawyers on a confidential basis by fellow lawyers on your questions or concerns related to practice issues.

Pricing

Law Society membership

To 30 June 2025 (includes membership to one section: PLS, FLS or ILANZ): $290 + GST 

Additional Section membership

$100 + GST

Please see our Terms and conditons

The value of Section membership

Our Sections specialise in in-house practice, family law and property law.

Section benefits include: