In response to the VLSB+C continuing to receive complaints about lawyers who act in motor vehicle accident claims, we have developed updated guidance outlining our expectations.
We know most instances of sexual harassment in the law go unreported – and we want this to change. That’s why we’re increasing the pathways you can take to reach us if you have experienced or witnessed sexual harassment.
The Victorian Legal Services Board and Commissioner’s independent Legal Services Research Centre (LSRC) has published Sexual Harassment in the Legal Profession: Findings from the 2025 Victorian Lawyer Census.
We are aware of recent instances where law practices appear to have unwittingly used their trust account to facilitate investment scams and money laundering.
The VLSB+C proudly supports Victoria’s Treaty-making process and welcomes the commencement of the Statewide Treaty on 12 December 2025.
The Victorian Legal Services Board and Commissioner (VLSB+C) annual report has been tabled in Parliament today.
We are pleased to welcome Bronwen Bock to the Victorian Legal Services Board following her appointment on Tuesday 14 October by the Lieutenant-Governor, as the Governor in Council’s deputy.
Update 22 October 2025: The VLSB+C has completed its investigation into the operation of the mortgage and loan business (the Loan Business) overseen by Mr John Adams (deceased) at AMS Ivanhoe Lawyers (AMS).
Thursday 23 October, 1pm-2pm. At this free webinar, run in partnership with the Law Institute of Victoria, hear from the Dr Carly Schrever and our guest panel about the Wellbeing Guidelines for Legal Workplaces
Our October Commissioner Update is out now. Highlights include: our new wellbeing guidelines, introducing the Legal Services Research Centre, case studies on misuse of AI and sexual harassment - and more.
