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With the end of the current Continuing Professional Development (CPD) year fast approaching, all lawyers should make sure that they're on track to meet their CPD requirements. The 2025/26 CPD year ends on 31 March 2026.
The Supplementary Report for the 2025 Survey of Gender Equality Charter Signatories is now available on the Law Society’s website, completing the 2025 reporting for this biennial survey.
The Solicitors’ Fidelity Guarantee Fund (SFGF) has now been wound up pursuant to section 367 of the Lawyers and Conveyancers Act 2006 (the Act).
The New Zealand Law Society is required to maintain the Public Register of Lawyers on its website, and lawyers must inform the Law Society of any changes to information on the Register.
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.