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Continuing Legal Education (CLE)

To equip practitioners with the latest information and practical expertise they need to meet their responsibilities to the profession and clients, the Law Society offers a range of CLE opportunities through NSW Young Lawyers, the Professional Services Unit, regional law societies and the Policy and Practice Department.

NSW Young Lawyers

NSW Young Lawyers offers an annual program of 80 CLE seminars across the state, open to all solicitors. Over 5000 solicitors attend these competitively priced seminars every year. Presenters are leaders in the profession and specialised in their areas of the law.

Benefits of NSW Young Lawyers CLE

• Diverse range of seminar topics
• Resources to suit different learning styles
• Discounts available for Law Society members
• Choice of lunchtime, evening and one-day seminars to suit busy schedules
• Expert and accomplished seminar speakers
• Suburban and regional CLE courses

View and register for upcoming CLE seminars.

Other Resources

Other CLE resources offered by the NSW Young Lawyers include an extensive range of Video Podcasts, DVDs and papers, which are available to purchase online from the Law Society Shop.

Professional Services Unit

Experts on ethics, practice management and costs from the Professional Services Unit can provide seminars tailored to an in-house, government or firm's practice. These free seminars are specifically designed to ensure compliance with mandatory CLE topics under Rule 42.1.6 of the Revised Professional Conduct and Practice Rules 1995 (Solicitors' Rules). For more information visit the Mandatory CPD page.

Policy and Practice Department

Specialist seminars organised by the Society's policy committees include annual events for Government Solicitors and those involved in Rural Issues and Alternative Dispute Resolution, and seminars for in-house solicitors held in conjunction with large law firms. See the Events listing page for more details.

Regional Law Societies

A network of 29 regional law societies provide practical support for their members through CLE seminars, networking events and communication about local issues. A listing of all upcoming seminars and events hosted by regional law societies can be access on the Law Society's online Events Calendar. 

The Lawyers Guide to Sanity, Wellbeing and Profitability

The Lawyers Guide to Sanity, Wellbeing and Profitability is a free one day MCLE seminar that helps solicitors recognise and manage the challenges to their health and wellbeing. Held in coordination with regional law societies, the Law Society welcomes expressions of interest from members wanting a seminar in their local area. Read more about the seminar.