All lawyers should log in to the “Personal details” screen in the Registry database to check that their email address and phone number is still correct. See NZLS | Making changes (lawsociety.org.nz)
Lawyers who do not intend to renew their practising certificate should contact registry@lawsociety.org.nz
Mid to late May
Renewal information is sent to the email address on record for all lawyers and firm administrators.
Recommended that all payments are made before this date to allow sufficient time for processing and resolution of any issues. See NZLS | Fees (lawsociety.org.nz)
30 June
All current practising certificates expire.
Online renewal declarations and payments cannot be accepted after this date.
1 July
New practising certificates in force.
Lawyers who have not completed their online renewal declarations and / or paid the required fees before 30 June: