Accredited Specialisation

The Specialisation Scheme helps consumers find solicitors who have demonstrated their ability and experience in specialised fields of law.

HOW DOES A SOLICITOR BECOME AN ACCREDITED SPECIALIST?

To qualify as an Accredited Specialist a solicitor must:

• be a member of the Law Institute of Victoria and hold a current practising certificate,
• have at least five years experience in the practice of law and at least three years substantial experience in the area of specialty,
• provide references from other lawyers or other professionals which confirm their ability and experience of the solicitor,
• successfully complete an assessment program which includes a written examination.

IS AN ACCREDITED SPECIALIST UP-TO-DATE?

Specialists are required to be active in continuing legal education and to maintain a high level of involvement in the area of specialty.

HOW CAN YOU TELL WHETHER A SOLICITOR IS AN ACCREDITED SPECIALIST?

Accredited Specialists will display a Certificate of Accreditation in their offices.

Although all solicitors may advertise their expertise and the areas in which they practise, only those solicitors accredited by the Specialisation Board may state that they are “Specialists” or “Accredited Specialists”.