COVID-19

Information and resources

Stay informed about the key developments in the legal profession’s response to COVID-19.

Find information on this hub about Queensland’s emergency legislation that was passed in Parliament on 22 April and the subsequent Extension Act that was passed on 4 December, QLS’s Ethics and Practice Centre expanded services, updates from the Courts, commissions and tribunals and industry, advice and guidance to firms and individuals during the COVID-19 situation plus much more.

This page will be regularly updated with relevant information about COVID-19 as it becomes available.

You can also stay up to date with the latest information on QLS Proctor

Are law firms an essential service?

Yes, law firms throughout Queensland remain an essential service.

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Keeping your business COVID safe

Information and assistance for businesses from the Queensland and Australian Governments.

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COVID-19 FAQs

Discover more about current restrictions and frequently asked questions (and answers) about legal practice in this environment.

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Queensland Courts

Queensland Courts now has a central COVID-19 response page, available that lists information from the individual courts.

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Advisory

Law firms need to consider risks associated with COVID-19 for the appropriate management of Queensland practices.

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