AML/CTF changes from 1 July 2026
Posted on July 10, 2026
Changes to our client engagement procedures
From 1 July 2026, Australian legal practices are required to comply with new obligations under the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing Act 2006 (Cth).
These obligations apply to all legal practices in Australia in respect of certain categories of work, including conveyancing, business sales, company formation, trust and estate work, and the receipt or management of client funds.
What this means for you
When you engage us in respect of this type of work, or when we next review our records for an existing matter, we will be required to:
- verify your identity by reference to documents such as a driver's licence or passport;
- collect information regarding the purpose of your matter; and
- in certain circumstances, request additional information regarding the source of funds or the parties involved.
We understand that some of these questions are more detailed than questions we have asked before. They are a requirement of the national scheme and apply to every legal practice in Australia. They are not a choice we are making about you as a client.
Your information
Information you provide remains subject to our ordinary obligations of confidentiality and is held securely in accordance with our privacy policy. We will collect only the information we are required to collect for these purposes.
If you have any questions regarding the information we will request, please speak with your solicitor or contact us.