AML Edge launches to help lawyers prepare for looming AML/CTF reforms
Lawyers Weekly’s sister company, Captivate Q, has unveiled a must-attend event for all practitioners preparing to navigate the critical compliance challenges ahead for anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing.
With less than 18 months remaining until the 1 July 2026 deadline for compliance with Australia’s sweeping anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing (AML/CTF) reforms, legal professionals are being urged to act now. Law firms face mounting pressure to adapt their practices and policies to meet regulatory demands or risk significant penalties.
AML Edge 2025, taking place on 27 March 2025 at Watersedge in Sydney, is a one-day conference designed to help the legal sector break down the complexities of the reforms and develop actionable compliance strategies.
Why legal professionals must act now
As gatekeepers of sensitive transactions and client information, law firms are increasingly seen as critical players in the fight against money laundering and terrorism financing. The new regulatory requirements will demand enhanced due diligence, ongoing monitoring, and robust compliance frameworks.
AML Edge 2025 offers legal professionals the insights and tools needed to navigate these changes confidently, without disrupting client service delivery.
The conference features tailored sessions for the legal profession, including:
- AML/CTF compliance: What law firms need to do;
- AML/CTF technological considerations and broader workplace processes; and
- Learning from other jurisdictions: Compliance success stories for law firms and in-house teams.
Attendees will hear from AML/CTF trailblazers, including:
- Jeremy Moller, senior advisor - Risk Advisory, Norton Rose Fulbright;
- Grace Mason, partner, KordaMentha;
- Alice Bexson – first secretary, Illicit Finance Policy lead, British High Commission;
- Neil Jeans, partner, Grant Thornton;
- Timothy Goodrick, director, forensic, KPMG;
- Jerome Doraisamy, managing editor, Lawyers Weekly;
- Bobbie Wan, head of regulatory policy and strategy, NSW Law Society; and
- Daniel Mossop, acting deputy CEO, regulation, AUSTRAC – Australia’s AML/CTF regulator and financial intelligence unit – will deliver the State of Play opening session.
Why you can’t miss this event
- Stay ahead of the curve: Understand your obligations before the deadline hits;
- Network with industry leaders: Collaborate with compliance experts and legal peers as well as other Tranche 2 professional, such as real estate agents and accountants; and
- Actionable strategies: Leave with a clear plan to implement effective compliance measures.
Event Details
- Date: 27 March 2025
- Location: Watersedge, The Rocks, Sydney
- Tickets: First release from $895 + GST
- Registration: www.amledge.com.au
A critical opportunity for law firms
As the compliance deadline looms, legal professionals must prepare now to avoid the risks associated with non-compliance. AML Edge 2025 offers an unparalleled opportunity to gain the insights and strategies your firm needs to meet its obligations and maintain client trust.
Don’t wait until it’s too late – secure your place at AML Edge 2025 and lead your firm confidently through this regulatory transformation.
For more information or to register, visit AML Edge 2025.