LAW 9000 is the management system benchmark for legal practices, developed by QL Inc. and SAI Global in conjunction with the Law Society of New South Wales and The College of Law. It is recognised by LawCover in NSW as leading to premium discounts for firms which achieve certification.
Based on the international ISO certification, which brings with it SAI’s exclusive “five ticks” quality mark, LAW 9000 - Legal Best Practice incorporates elements of the earlier QL II Best Practice Framework as well as requirements for incorporated legal practices. Overall, LAW 9000 seeks to provide guidelines on the best practice recommendations for operating a legal practice.
Since its inception in 2004, over 45 firms, ranging from a national top tier firm to a sole practitioner, have achieved certification with a number of other firms, both QL and ISO certified, and “first time” applicants in the pipeline.
Why get certified?
Certification enables a legal practice to verify to its customers, suppliers and to the marketplace that it has achieved a high level of organisational maturity and that its systems are compliant with the recognised model for quality. It also provides staff with a clear demonstration of management's commitment to quality, and a demonstrable approach to the firm's future as embodied in its systems and processes.
To support this certification, The College of Law has developed a two day LAW 9000 course that assists participants with the coordination and implementation of this system.
LAW 9000 REVIEW
SAI Global, QL Inc. and The College of Law are currently involved in a review of the LAW 9000 code: see here
Understanding and Implementing LAW 9000 - Legal Best Practice - 2 Day Course
This course assists participants to understand and implement LAW 9000. It examines the impact of management systems on the organisation and how the process approach to management provides structure to such a system.
The course is suitable for participants who wish to begin the process of implementing the LAW 9000 system or as a refresher or introduction for staff in certified firms.
The course aims to:
- examine the impact of management systems in your organisation
- assist in the understanding of LAW 9000
- demystify the challenges of implementation in your firm
- define the road to certification
- assist in clarifying the change management issues for your firm
- identify the benefits of implementing LAW 9000 in your firm
Course outcomes:
- assist participants to understand the structure and intent of the LAW 9000 scheme
- provide guidance, tips and hints about practical aspects of implementing the standard
- make LAW 9000 work to the advantage of your firm and people
- outline the certification process used by SAI Global Assurance Services
Who should attend?
The course is aimed at participants who are to be actively involved with the implementation of the LAW 9000 system, either at a policy level (e.g. sole practitioner, partner, director) or as an administrator (e.g. practice or office manager).
In-house Options
This course can be tailored for in-house delivery to the context of your organisation, involving all interested people and contributing significantly to the implementation of your management system.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the course available?
For the LAW 9000 course availability, please see: Course Start Dates
What does it cost?
- Understanding and Implementing LAW 9000 Course - $1000 (+ $100 GST)
- Internal Audit - $467.50 (Incl. GST)
- 10% discount for 2nd delegate as well as a 15% discount for 3rd and subsequent delegate(s)
Where can I get further information?
The LAW 9000 - Legal Best Practice Scheme and Certification
Articles Relevant to LAW 9000
Certified Firms
It would assist you to read through the annotated versions of the Understanding LAW 9000 - Legal Best Practice - GB 009.3 - 2004 before you commence this course.
This can be obtained from the SAI Global Web Shop:
Ph: 131 242 (Australian local)
Ph: +61 2 8206 6010
Email: sales@saiglobal.com
Web: www.saiglobal.com/shop
The College of Law is currently involved with a working party in a review of the LAW 9000 framework and LAW 9000 courses.
Courses will restart later in 2010. If you are interested in receiving further information, please complete the: Enquiry Form