Supreme Court of New South Wales

Admission to the legal profession

Information alert

If you are looking for general information about admission as a lawyer in New South Wales, you may be able to find this information on the Legal Profession Admission Board's website

The Legal Profession Admission Board administers various functions associated with the admission of lawyers in New South Wales. The Board undertakes these functions in close consultation with the Supreme Court of New South Wales.

The Legal Profession Admission Board's website contains information on the following topics:

  • the requirements​ for admission as a lawyer in New South Wales
  • issues overseas practitioners need to consider before applying for admission
  • information for prospective students wishing to undertake a Diploma in Law to qualify for admission as a lawyer
  • frequently asked questions regarding admission ceremonies conducted at the Supreme Court.

    • Trans-Tasman Mutual Recognition

    Detailed information about the procedures New Zealand lawyers should follow when applying for admission under the Trans-Tasman Mutual Recognition Act 1997


    Last updated:

    13 Oct 2023

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