The rules that guide Aotearoa New Zealand lawyers and the resources we have to advance the legal profession.
The Lawyers and Conveyancers Act 2006 alongside accompanying rules and regulations govern the practice of law in New Zealand, which includes the provision of legal services and the conduct of lawyers.
Practising lawyers have duties to clients and the law under the Lawyers and Conveyancers Act, including having their own internal complaints process and reporting the unsatisfactory conduct or suspected misconduct of other lawyers.
Develop as a lawyer by getting involved in the Law Society's lawyer-led work.
The law is a fulfilling profession, but it can also be a stressful one. Practising Well is a starting point for any lawyer who is concerned about their own welfare or that of a colleague, or who wants to enhance their own health and wellbeing.
These guides provide up to date advice on the provision of legal services and running a practice.
Continuing professional development (CPD) can help lawyers become better legal professionals.