Student membership

Student membership is available to those who are currently undertaking any study that is designed to qualify them for admission as an Australian lawyer. It is available to currently enrolled university law students, recent law graduates, or graduates who are undertaking practical legal training.

QLS Student Membership program is designed to transition you smoothly from law student to lawyer. As a student member you will gain access to valuable resources for study, career, professional and social networks and exclusive member discounts. 

Unlock your potential with a QLS membership

Events

Enjoy free registration for QLS student events such as ‘Better Call Sarah’ and the ‘Annual Legal Careers Expo’.

Upcoming events

Publications

Once you are a member you will gain access to our range of publications exclusive only to our members. 

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QLS Member rewards

As a QLS student member, you’re entitled to exciting offers from various partners through a dedicated site, providing great deals on a wide range of products.

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LawCare

Access confidential counselling, coaching, and workplace consulting services, along with online resources on health and wellbeing, finances, and managing work-life balance.

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Curious about where your legal career can take you?

Whether you’re still deciding on the right career pathway or looking to connect with actively recruiting firms, the Queensland Law Society’s annual Legal Careers Expo is your one-stop shop for navigating your post-study career.  

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What to expect?

Explore your options

The Legal Careers Expo is your chance to explore diverse pathways in the legal sector, including law firms, community legal centres, legal tech, and further education.

Get advice

Talk to our panel of experts for advice on how to level up your resume, LinkedIn profile and personal branding to stand out in a competitive employment market. You can also get a professional headshot taken at our photography station.

Make connections

Featuring exhibitors from across the legal sector, this event is your biggest and best opportunity to connect with potential employers about clerkships, grad programs and more. 

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Greig Ciaran

10 Mar 2025

Imagine your tomorrow

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Students at LCE event

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Networking in the legal profession

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QUT student Christine Conn at the Law Council of Australia’s Gala Dinner

02 Dec 2024

Queenslander awarded scholarship

Queensland University of Technology student and proud Wiradjuri woman Christine Conn was awarded the 2025 John Koowarta Reconciliation Law Scholarship during the Law Council of Australia’s Gala Dinner in Canberra on Friday night.

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Seasonal clerkship and graduate recruitment

We recognise that choosing graduate or seasonal clerkship placements can be a daunting task. As your member organisation, we are here to simplify this process and support you in making informed decisions.

That’s why we’ve developed the QLS Seasonal Clerkship and Graduate Recruitment Guidelines. These guidelines aim to provide transparency and consistency throughout the legal recruitment process, enabling both students and firms to navigate their options with confidence. With these resources, you’ll have the time to carefully consider your offers and make the decisions that are right for you.

Seasonal clerkships

Frequently asked questions? 

How to become a student member?
Student membership is available to those who are currently undertaking any study that is designed to qualify them for admission as an Australian lawyer. It is available to currently enrolled university law students, recent law graduates or graduates who are undertaking practical legal training. You can become a student member by signing up through the myQLS portal.

What is the Legal Careers Expo about?
The Legal Careers Expo is your opportunity to explore the diverse pathways available in the sector, including leading law firms, community legal centres, legal tech, and further legal education.

What is the cost of Student Membership?
Student membership is available to individuals currently undertaking any study designed to qualify them for admission as an Australian lawyer, at a cost of $10 AUD.


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