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W & G Lawyers recently attended the InfoTrack Ready-Set-Go AML/CTF Roadshow in Brisbane, a national workshop designed to help legal professionals prepare for upcoming changes to Australia’s Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing (AML/CTF) laws. These reforms will expand existing compliance obligations to a broader range of professional services, including law firms.
While these changes primarily affect how legal practices operate behind the scenes, clients will notice some new procedures when engaging our services from 1 July 2026. This article explains what AML/CTF laws are, why they now apply to law firms, and exactly what to expect when working with us.
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