Law Society of NSW

From statutory obligations to representative functions, the Law Society of NSW's responsibilities are numerous and include:

Enhance the profession’s voice

We act as the voice of the legal profession, representing the interests of more than 35,000 members.

Regulate the profession

We set and enforce professional standards, license solicitors to practise, investigate complaints and administer discipline.

Guide the profession

We provide confidential guidance to solicitors about all aspects of the Legal Profession, Uniform Law and its associated legislation.

Unite the profession

We unite the profession, helping members across the state to stay in touch with legal developments and with fellow solicitors through a range of publications, networking opportunities and regional law societies.

Support members

We provide a wide range of services to our members to assist them in their professional and personal lives so they can provide better service to their clients and uphold the integrity of the profession.

Connect the profession and the community

We ensure the general public has appropriate access to justice and can be easily connected to members of the profession when they require legal advice.