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Information for employers of corporate lawyers

This fact sheet aims to assist employers of corporate lawyers to understand their employee’s ethical and professional obligations

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Guidance for prospective corporate lawyers

This fact sheet aims to assist lawyers thinking about moving into a corporate role

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Statement of core expectations for Victorian corporate lawyers

This document sets out the VLSB+C’s expectations of Victorian lawyers who work in corporate roles

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2026–27 practising certificate renewals open on 1 April 2026

All practising certificates issued in Victoria expire on 30 June 2026. Legal practitioners who intend to keep practising law from 1 July 2026 must apply to renew their practising certificate from 1 April to 30 June 2026.

Paying my practising certificate fees

Common questions about how to make payment for your practising certificate fees. Also see the Practising certificates fees web page for general information.

 

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Applying for or renewing a practising certificate

This page contains common questions about applying for or renewing a practising certificate. Also see our online user guide for step by step guidance, and How to renew a practising certificate web page for general information.

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How to renew a Practising Certificate

All practising certificates issued in Victoria expire on 30 June each year. You must apply to renew your certificate if you want to continue to practise law after this date. This includes lawyers who received their first practising certificate any time before 30 June.

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Uncivil Behaviours in the Legal Profession: Findings from the 2025 Victorian Lawyer Census

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