External Examiner Cairns

An external examiner is a qualified professional registered with the Queensland Law Society who conducts independent examinations of a solicitor's trust account. This is a regulatory requirement under the Legal Profession Act 2007 (QLD) to ensure solicitors properly safeguard client funds and comply with trust account regulations, regardless of their location in Queensland.

Under the Legal Profession Act 2007 (QLD), all solicitors and law practices that hold trust money must have their trust accounts externally examined at least once every financial year. The examination must be completed within 4 months of the end of the financial year (by 31 October).

Yes, we offer both on-site and remote examination services. Remote examinations are conducted via secure document transfer, allowing us to complete the examination efficiently without requiring an on-site visit. This is particularly convenient for practices in the Cairns and Far North Queensland region.

If our examination identifies any issues or non-compliance, we will discuss these with you and provide recommendations for rectification. Minor issues can often be resolved during the examination. Serious breaches must be reported to the Queensland Law Society as required by law.

Most standard examinations are completed within 10 business days from receipt of all required documents. The duration depends on the volume of transactions and the complexity of your trust account operations. We offer expedited services for urgent requirements.

Yes, we provide external examination services throughout Queensland, including the Far North, Townsville, Mackay, and Brisbane regions. Contact us to discuss your location and requirements.