Join the Law Society of South Australia as a Student Associate
As a Student Associate, joining the Law Society of South Australia gives you the opportunity to connect with a vibrant legal community and build valuable relationships with potential employers and mentors before entering practice. As the peak body for the South Australian legal profession, the Society provides resources, services, and support to help you throughout your legal career — starting from your studies.
Best of all, Student Associate membership is free.
By becoming a member, you’ll be part of a network of over 4,500 members and have access to a range of opportunities for growth, learning, and development. We are dedicated to making the law accessible, fair, and simple for the South Australian community, while advocating for a strong legal system and ensuring a positive experience for legal practitioners, from students to seasoned professionals.
Whether you're still in law school or just beginning your career, joining the Law Society gives you the tools and connections to enhance your journey in the legal field. Start developing your career today by joining the Law Society of South Australia, and unlock a wealth of benefits that will help you succeed in the profession.
Membership Services and Benefits
Advocacy and Lobbying
Quality Publications
Social and Networking Opportunities
Professional Standards Scheme
Wellbeing and Resilience Services
Insightful and Beneficial CPD sessions
Professional Advice and Practitioner Support
Community Engagement
See a Lawyer Referral Service
Exclusive Member Savings
What are the benefits of Law Society Membership?
The Society offers a diverse range of services to its members, the legal profession and community of South Australia.
As a Member, you will have full access to the Society's resources to help to ensure those standards are maintained.
What is the criteria to join?
The Society in its discretion may admit as a Student Associate to any of the following who reside in South Australia:
Undergraduate law students currently enrolled at any university law school or law school graduates who have completed their studies during the relevant membership year
Students currently enrolled or eligible to enrol in a practical legal training program or persons who have successfully completed a practical legal training program during the current membership year
Students undertaking the TAFE Certificate IV in Legal Studies (or equivalent)