SHORT COURSES
UPSKILL WITH IN-DEMAND QUALIFICATIONS
Our short courses are developed by practitioners, for practitioners to help you get the most in-demand qualifications to enhance your career.
Whether you want to become an accredited mediator, grow your dispute resolution skills, become a notary or an international arbitrator, prepare yourself to take on a leadership role, or even start your own law firm - find short courses that will help you get to where’s next.
EXPLORE OUR SHORT COURSES
Where you want to go will define where’s next in your learning and development journey. Whether you want to be a partner, mediator or mental health first aider, explore the short courses and certificate courses that will help you get there.
Choose a short course by career outcome
Multiple jurisdictions
The College of Law LPMC program meets the requirements of state regulating bodies in NSW, QLD, VIC, WA and SA.
Start your own law firm
Understand what it takes to attract new clients, maximise your daily output, and achieve personal business objectives within your own firm.
LEGAL PRACTICE MANAGEMENT COURSES
When you choose The College of Law, your Legal Practice Management Course (LPMC) will do so much more than just tick a box. It will give you immediate, real-world value – opening you up to a world of new opportunities. That’s because our courses are practical by design and taught by legal business professionals with boots-on-the-ground experience.
You’ll learn everything from pricing strategy to client management; giving you the skills and confidence you need to transition from employed lawyer to business owner or practice leader.
Legal Practice Management Course (All states)
Lawyers transitioning from employee to business owner or practice leader.
NSW, QLD, VIC, WA, SA
Focus on business ownership and management: strategy, marketing, finance, taxation, trust management, and Lawcover. Also covers technology, work, and people management.
Online pre-reading, interactive online or face-to-face workshops and assessment
3-5 day workshop
10+
Yes
Corporate and Government (NSW)
In-house lawyers in corporate and government organisations, focusing on legal and organisational strategy
All (Accredited NSW only)
Focus on organisational strategy and client relationships specific to in-house lawyers. Includes strategic management, financial mechanics, and risk management
Online pre-reading, interactive online workshops and assessment
3-day workshop
10+
Yes
Community Legal Sector (NSW)
Lawyers who are, or aspire to, supervise a community legal centre
All (Accredited NSW only)
Focus on management and governance challenges specific to community legal centres. Includes strategic planning, dealing with difficult clients, and understanding governance.
Online pre-reading, interactive online workshops and assessment
3-day workshop
10+
Yes
PRESENTERS
Glenda Carry
Legal Risk Manager
Lawcover
Frances Moffitt
Solicitor and Adjunct Lecturer
Neil Watt
Principal Solicitor
Neil Watt Consulting
Graham Jobling
Executive Director
College of Law
Bteach (EdTrainAdults), GradCertEdStud (DigitLrn)
Cathryn Urquhart
Adjunct Lecturer and Facilitator, Legal Practice Management Course
The College of Law
Katherine Thomas
Adjunct Lecturer and Facilitator, Legal Practice Management Course
The College of Law
Lucy Dickens
Senior Associate and Adjunct Lecturer
Birman & Ride and The College of Law
Nigel Siegwart
Senior Associate and Adjunct Lecturer
Birman & Ride and The College of Law
Malcom Hinton
Facilitator
Leisa Flatley
Adjunct Lecturer
LLB, GDLP, Dip of Law
Miriam Yates
Director and Research Fellow / Adjunct Lecturer
Equitus and University of Queensland
Latest
So, you want to start a law firm?
If you are getting serious about starting your own law firm, this one-hour video is for you.
If you are getting serious about starting your own law firm, this one-hour video is for you.
‘I knew I could do it better – so I enrolled in the LPMC’ – Philip Coates
Philip Coates is one half of Brisbane-based firm Coates Davey Solicitors. With considerable marketing and business experience, Philip had an advantage when he and his business partner opened the firm. But he knew he needed the law savvy to back him up. He signed up to the College of Law’s LPMC – and assumed the role of Principal Lawyer of his own firm not one year later. Here is Philip's story
Philip Coates is one half of Brisbane-based firm Coates Davey Solicitors. With considerable marketing and business experience, Philip had an advantage when he and his business partner opened the firm. But he knew he needed the law savvy to back him up. He signed up to the College of Law’s LPMC – and assumed the role of Principal Lawyer of his own firm not one year later. Here is Philip's story
How LPMC sharpened my skills and supercharged my career
Marianne Anderson completed her legal practice management course just 5 months after her PLT. Here's the story of this relentless early-career lawyer.
Marianne Anderson completed her legal practice management course just 5 months after her PLT. Here's the story of this relentless early-career lawyer.
How the LPMC assisted Elena to take her firm to the next level – and grow from there
Elena Leonardos, principle lawyer at Adelaide Legal Solutions, chose to complete her LPMC when the SA's regulation rules changed. Now, she's executing her 12-month plan to expand her business, and seeing an increase in the firm's profitability.
Elena Leonardos, principle lawyer at Adelaide Legal Solutions, chose to complete her LPMC when the SA's regulation rules changed. Now, she's executing her 12-month plan to expand her business, and seeing an increase in the firm's profitability.
Top 5 Legal Practice Management Trends for 2023
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Cybersecurity, major data breaches and privacy reform are all on the table as we size up 2023. For those who manage law firms, tightening security is top of the agenda. Here at the College of Law we have assessed the top legal practice management trends for 2023.
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INSPIRE AND ENABLE YOUR STAFF TO UPSKILL
Choose from our selection of on-demand qualifications and short courses.
REAL RESULTS AND OUTCOMES
WHAT OUR GRADUATES HAVE TO SAY
You’ll leave with a business plan that translates into a plan of action – one you can put in place as soon as you’re done.
Philip Coates, Principal, Coates Davey Solicitors, LPMC Alumni
The course effectively presented the practical, ethical and legal aspects of managing a law practice, which I now draw on frequently.
Rebecca Ogge, Principal Lawyer, Ogge Law, LPMC Alumni
The LPMC provided me with practical skills and the confidence I needed to start my firm.
Sarah Smith, LPMC Alumni
The College of Law provides ‘law in real time’. It’s law that can be immediately applied in practice every day.
Chloe Kopilovic, LPMC Alumni
It’s a requirement to do Legal Practice Management in order to be a sole practitioner or to open up your own firm. This course prepared me for this.
Olamide Kowalik, LPMC Alumni
Choose when and where suits you
With 30+ courses across Australia, we’ve got you covered.
Put your points towards a postgraduate qualification
Completing this course can provide credit towards a postgraduate qualification.
Law in real time
Learn practical skills that can immediately be applied to your practice.
Gain the requirements to go your own way
This course prepares you to become an unrestricted principal, such as a partner, sole practitioner, or other senior roles.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Our courses are run by a dedicated team of presenters with real experience managing legal businesses.
Requirements may vary by jurisdiction, but generally include being a practising lawyer with a minimum of two years of experience, who is looking to become a principal or partner of a legal practice.
While we don’t advise it, you may be able to with permission from your local regulator.
You will have opportunities to resubmit assessments in accordance with the course manual.
Click on the manual relevant to you:
LPMC Program Manual for NSW
LPMC Program Manual for QLD
LPMC Program Manual for WA
LPMC Program Manual for VIC
LPMC Program Manual for SA
Yes it does. For successfully completing the LPMC, you may receive one subject specified credit towards postgraduate study.
*Note NSW Practitioners may require additional activities.
To maximise your success, you may want to explore the College of Law’s range of Legal Business Management (LBM) courses.
For a comprehensive digital CPD solution tailored to law firm management, consider our CPD subscription. It includes practical management content and offers cost-effective subscription options suitable for firms of various sizes.
Additionally, the Centre for Legal Innovation (CLI) provides a comprehensive educational framework that focuses on innovation and the future of legal practice, offering valuable resources and networks.
You can download the LPMC Program Manuals by simply clicking these links to access detailed information about the course structure, assessment criteria, and additional resources.
Click on the manual relevant to you:
LPMC Program Manual for NSW
LPMC Program Manual for QLD
LPMC Program Manual for WA
LPMC Program Manual for VIC
LPMC Program Manual for SA
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POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMS
Our postgraduate programs are not just about knowledge - it's about sharpening your edge, finding your tribe, and opening new career pathways.
Whether you want to elevate your existing expertise, explore a new specialisation area or move into a leadership role, we can help you get there.
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