New Zealand Law Society Revenue and Competitors

Established in 1869, the New Zealand Law Society (NZLS) has been an important contributor and participant in New Zealand's justice system for nearly 150 years. As regulator of the legal profession, the Law Society's powers are set out in the Lawyers and Conveyancers Act 2006, and associated regulations. We regulate the practice of law in New Zealand to ensure the protection of consumers of legal services and to maintain public confidence in the provision of legal services. Our functions include controlling and regulating the practice of the profession of law in New Zealand and we also assist and promote the reform of the law for the purpose of upholding the rule of law and the administration of justice. The Law Society also represents and provides services to those lawyers who choose to be members.