AML Rules Impacting Accountants & Lawyers

Stay ahead of changing AML regulations with expert guidance tailored for accountants and lawyers.

New AML Rules Impact Accountants and Lawyers

From 1 July 2026, AML/CTF obligations will expand to accountants, lawyers, and other professional services.

The reality? Many firms are still unclear on what this means, and what they need to do next.

What You’ll Learn

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In this LIVE free webinar, we cover:

  • What AML/CTF and Tranche 2 actually mean in practice
  • Who is captured under the new regulations
  • Real examples of financial crime risks affecting firms
  • Where compliance responsibility sits within your business
  • The biggest risks and challenges firms will face
  • Practical steps to prepare before July 2026
  • Penalties and consequences of getting it wrong

Who is the subject matter expert?

Joining our host Paul Jansz is HWLE Special Counsel Mathew Leighton-Daly.

Mat is one of Australia’s leading specialists in this space, and will walk you through exactly what your new role is, the risks of getting it wrong, and how to build a service around it before July.

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Paul Jansz

Host

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Matthew Leighton-Daly

Special Counsel - HWLE Lawyers

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Top Questions Answered

Yes — Tranche 2 is expected to impact firms of all sizes, not just large practices, and all clients.

No — this session is designed to simplify the requirements and explain what matters most.

That’s exactly why this matters now. Early preparation gives you a significant advantage.

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