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External examiner newsletter 2026

Welcome to the external examiner (EE) newsletter for 2026. This newsletter is sent to all EEs who are registered with the VLSB+C.

Tapping the potential of AI in legal practice: daiquiris, anyone?

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‘Tired of unhealthy workplaces’: uncivil behaviours in the legal profession

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New report explores uncivil behaviours in the legal profession in Victoria

The VLSB+C's independent research centre, has released Uncivil behaviours in the Legal Profession: Findings from the 2025 Victorian Legal Census

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2026–27 practising certificate renewals now open

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

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Risk Outlook 2026: new and persistent risks for lawyers highlighted

The VLSB+C has launched its Risk Outlook 2026, highlighting key risks that could cause significant harm to clients, affect lawyers' wellbeing, and erode community confidence.

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Corporate in-house lawyers

A corporate in-house lawyer (corporate lawyer) is a lawyer with a corporate practising certificate. They engage in legal practice only in the capacity of an in-house lawyer for their employer or a related entity. The employer may be a company or not-for-profit organisation. 

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Commissioner Update - March 2026

The March Commissioner Update is out now. Highlights include the Risk Outlook 2026, Lawyer Census 2026, practicising certificate renewals., misuse of AI in the courts.

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