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The Legal Services Council and Commissioner for Uniform Legal Services Regulation oversee the Legal Professional Uniform Law.

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Highlights

Regular updates about changes, events or information relevant to legal practitioners, regulators and consumers.

New Admission Rule and Guideline – foreign lawyers
The Council has amended the Uniform Admission Rules and made a Guideline, commencing 1 July 2025.
Accreditation Standards for Australian Law Courses
Consultation is underway on proposed revisions to the Standards, closing on 20 June 2025
The Uniform Law in Western Australia - Video package
A video package showcasing the introduction of the Uniform Law in Western Australia is now available
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The Legal Services Council and Commissioner for Uniform Legal Services Regulation are committed to making open access information publicly available and providing resources for legal practitioners, law practices and consumers.

Designated Local Regulatory Authorities (DLRAs)

Local regulatory authorities in NSW, Victoria and Western Australia who maintain public register of delegations.

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Legal Profession Uniform Law Library (Australia)

An online free-access Uniform Law database. Includes Statutes, Rules, Regulations, Guidelines and Directions, and more.

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Publications

Information Sheets, Uniform Rules, Guidelines and Directions, Newsletters and more.

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