Money laundering is a serious crime designed to obscure the criminal origins of funds by making those proceeds appear to have come from legitimate sources. It facilitates many serious crimes, including the financing of terrorist acts, terrorists and terrorist organisations. Every one of these crimes harms innocent and vulnerable people.

Are you aware of the legal practice risks and your professional obligations relating to money laundering (ML) and terrorism financing (TF)? Do you know how to identify and manage red flags to strengthen your practice?

The Law Society’s self-paced course will give you the knowledge to understand:

• What is meant by ML and TF.
• The purpose and scope of the current anti-money laundering/counter-terrorism financing regime.
• The risks to your own practice in relation to ML and TF.
• Your professional obligations to prevent the enablement of ML and TF.
• How to identify and respond to any red flags relating to ML and TF when acting for current and prospective clients.

Our on-demand interactive courses allow you to save your progress and learn to your own schedule. Courses include interactive and engaging content, knowledge checks and links to essential resources. 

There are two parts to this course, comprising 21 chapters in total. This course features the expertise of the AML/CTF Reference Group of the Law Society of NSW, and is delivered by Bobbie Wan, Team Leader, Professional Support and Regulatory Policy, Law Society of NSW. 

It is based on the Law Council of Australia’s National Legal Profession Anti-Money Laundering & Counter-Terrorism Financing Guidance, published 28 June 2024. 

This course is offered complimentary.