We live in an increasingly global society. The rise in connectivity has overcome geographical boundaries. Globalisation has provided the opportunity for people to utilise their skills both in their home country and further abroad. Lawyers are no exception. Many Australian lawyers now travel abroad to pursue work opportunities whilst lawyers trained overseas come to Australia in order to practise their profession.

Sometimes overseas lawyers seek to migrate to Australian and practise Australian law here. Other overseas lawyers come to Australia in order to provide services in the laws of their own country. At times people in Australia may require the assistance of a lawyer in a foreign country to help them to settle a dispute or to have their rights acknowledged in that country.

This Legal Guide on Overseas Lawyers provides law students, overseas lawyers and private individuals with information about the requirements to practise overseas or in Australia and how to access the services of an overseas lawyer practising in Australia. Before making important decisions it is advisable to obtain legal advice specific to your situation. LegalEagle’s™ free directory profiles all lawyers in Australia. You can use it to Find a Lawyer near you.

Please select from our Articles, FAQ and Questions & Answers sections all written by experienced lawyers. Our Glossary helps explain the meaning of any words you are unsure about. You can also Ask a Lawyer a question yourself. It is free and anonymous.

Warning: Information provided through LegalEagle™ is for general guidance. It is not legal advice. Laws and procedures referred to may change and differ between states, territories and nationally. There may also be important exceptions or qualifications. Only a lawyer providing formal legal advice can assess your particular circumstances to determine how the law will apply.