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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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Uncivil Behaviour in the Legal Profession: Findings from the 2025 Victorian Lawyer Census - Research Brief

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The 2025 Victorian Lawyer Census Technical Report

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Have your say in the 2026 Lawyer Census

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Take part in the 2026 Lawyer Census

The Victorian Legal Services Board and Commissioner’s (VLSB+C) independent research team, the Legal Services Research Centre, invites Victorian lawyers to take part in the 2026 Lawyer Census.

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Information for consumers and lawyers after reporting unqualified legal practice

2026 Lawyer Census

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