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Tranche 2 AML/CTF Compliance for Lawyers: A Step-by-Step Timeline

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Australia's Tranche 2 AML/CTF obligations commence on 1 July 2026, and for legal practitioners providing designated services, that deadline is now only weeks away.

From enrolling with AUSTRAC and completing your ML/TF risk assessment, to implementing customer due diligence procedures and training your staff, there's a clear sequence of steps every practice needs to work through. To help you navigate this, we've put together an easy-to-follow timeline and checklist covering every step your practice needs to take before the deadline. 

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The Lawyer of 2026: Leadership in the Age of AML & AI

Two legal professionals collaborate at a glass whiteboard in a sunlit studio office — representing the strategic thinking and collegial leadership defining Australian legal practice in 2026.

Two seismic forces are reshaping Australian legal practice simultaneously. Here's what it means to lead through both.

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Legal Industry Trends Report 2026: AI, Regulation & the Future of Legal Practice

Lawyers are entering 2026 facing a landscape defined by rapid technological adoption, tightening regulatory frameworks, and a renewed focus on the human element of legal practice. To navigate this evolving environment successfully, practitioners must look beyond traditional black-letter law and cultivate a diverse toolkit of future-ready skills. To help you maintain your competitive edge this year, we have identified the top legal trends and essential skills you need to watch in 2026.

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Beyond Compliance: Why Legal CPD Matters

Why does legal CPD matter

Looking for last-minute ways to meet the CPD deadline? Discover practical solutions to get compliant quickly and stay on track with your professional development.

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Last-Minute Solutions for CPD Compliance

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Looking for last-minute ways to meet the CPD deadline? Discover practical solutions to get compliant quickly and stay on track with your professional development.

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Trends Shaping the Legal Industry in 2025

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Explore the key skills shaping the legal profession in 2025. From AI ethics to workplace wellbeing, discover the trends that will define the future of law and how they impact your practice today.

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5 Core Skills for Career Advancement

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Thriving as a lawyer requires more than legal acumen alone. Discover five essential CPD courses tailored to lawyers of all levels, designed to equip you with indispensable skills for career advancement.

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Embracing the Pioneer Spirit as a Woman in Legal Tech

LawCPD Co-Founder Sarah Mateljan shares her thoughts on being a female pioneer in tech

This International Women's Day, we celebrate the spirit of pioneering and innovation. Sarah Mateljan - co-founder of LawCPD - reflects on her own journey as a woman entrepreneur in legal tech.  

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Legal Skills - New Must-Take Courses for Australian Lawyers

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As the March 31st CPD deadline approaches, seize the chance to upskill while meeting your professional development requirements. Our new interactive CPD courses for 2024 offer a timely opportunity to navigate emerging trends, meet requirements, and stay ahead. 

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Legal Industry 2024 Report - 5 Key Issues for 2024

Lawyers reading a report on the key trends that will shape the legal industry in 2024

Learn about the expected trends in store for Australian lawyers in 2024. Discover how AI is reshaping legal practice, learn about the legislative crackdown on workplace harassment, and the challenges and opportunities awaiting law firms. 

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