Your winning case for an all-in-one Tranche 2 compliance solution
Our AML/CTF platform is purpose-built for lawyers and legal practitioners facing Tranche 2, supported by our local Aussie team.
- Step by step guidance
 - Fully AUSTRAC-aligned solution
 - No compliance experience required
 

Lawyers and legal practitioners will need to comply with Tranche 2.
From July 1st 2026, legal professionals - including solicitors and law firms who assist clients with equity or debt financing, managing assets, or setting up legal structures like trusts or companies will be subject to new AML/CTF compliance obligations known as Tranche 2.
Tranche 2 obligations
for lawyers
Enrol with AUSTRAC
Register your business with AUSTRAC by July 2026.
- Step by step guidance
 - Local support whenever you need it
 
Implement an AML/CTF Program
Develop and maintain a written, risk-based compliance program tailored to your business.
- Legal-specific AML/CTF program builder
 - Guided, AUSTRAC-aligned risk assessment setup
 - Complete program - policies, procedures, and controls
 - Your program is kept up to date and compliant
 
Verify your customers
Conduct checks to verify the identity of buyers and sellers that you deal with on property transactions.
- Easy biometric identity verification (Powered by Scantek)
 - PEPs, sanctions & criminal watchlists screening
 - ABN/ACN lookup and beneficial owner checks
 - Complete KYC, KYB and KYE checks
 
Ongoing due dilligence
Regularly monitor client activity and reassess their risk. Records need to be maintained for at least seven years.
- Continuous transaction monitoring
 - Customer behaviour analysis
 - Automated risk assessments
 
Reporting suspicious matters
Report activity that seems unusual or suspicious to AUSTRAC.
- Suspicious activity alerts
 - One click AUSTRAC-ready reports
 - Secure 7 year record storage compliance
 
Staff Training
Make sure your team understands red flags and reporting steps.
- On-demand compliance training modules
 - Quizzes, walkthroughs and downloadable resources
 - Local Australian-based support whenever you need it
 
Non-compliance with AML/CTF obligations can lead to serious consequences, including fines, legal action and public enforcement by AUSTRAC. Even unintentional breaches can result in reputational damage or the loss of key referral relationships. Lawyers and legal practitioners that ignore Tranche 2 risk being caught unprepared when the rules take effect in 2026.
FAQs: AML compliance for lawyers and legal practitioners
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Will all lawyers be affected by Tranche 2?
Not necessarily. However, most property, commercial and private client firms will fall within scope. If your services intersect with client money, structures or transactions, you’re likely affected. If you’re unsure if your business falls under this umbrella, have a chat with us.
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Will I have to report privileged information under AML rules?
No. Legal professional privilege remains protected. Tranche 2 reforms do not override your duty to client confidentiality. You’ll only need to report activity that falls outside the scope of legal advice, for example, suspicious transactions involving funds or property. The legislation respects core legal principles while still meeting AUSTRAC’s objectives.
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Do I need to start my AML compliance now?
Yes — even though the deadline is July 2026, getting AML-ready takes time. Firms typically spend 3–6 months setting up their program, training staff and installing systems. Starting now means less pressure later. easyAML delivers expert guidance at every step, helping you skip last-minute panic.
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What happens if I don’t comply with AML requirements?
AUSTRAC enforces civil fines, pursues criminal charges, and can publicly disclose your firm’s name. Even minor oversights, like failing to report suspicious activity, can result in enforcement action. Failing to comply damages your professional reputation and puts clients at greater risk. With easyAML, you’ll decrease legal risk while maintaining your practice’s integrity and trust.
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How can I ensure my staff are AML-compliant?
If you’re a lawyer subject to Tranche 2, you must provide regular training to your team. This helps them spot red flags, follow internal compliance procedures and understand reporting obligations. easyAML’s software offers tailored training modules designed specifically to support legal professionals, keeping your staff confident and compliant.
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What kind of reporting will my firm need to do under Tranche 2?
Under Tranche 2, your firm will be required to submit Suspicious Matter Reports (SMRs) whenever you identify unusual or suspicious activity. Detailed records must be maintained for at least seven year. You might also need to file Threshold Transaction Reports (TTRs) and International Funds Transfer Instructions (IFTIs) depending on your transactions to ensure full compliance.
 
Simple, transparent pricing for lawyers and legal practitioners
Starter
$179 per month +GST
Perfect for smaller practices, who will have minimal clients requiring AML/CTF checks.
- Up to 5 users
 - 1 active risk assessment & AML program
 - Training included
 - PEPs, sanctions & criminal watchlists screening
 - Email, chat & phone support
 
Additional KYC: $20 +GST each
Additional KYB: $40 +GST each
Most Popular
Professional
$449 per month +GST
Our most popular option, to suit most small and medium businesses.
- Up to 25 users
 - 2 active risk assessment & AML program
 - Ongoing monitoring
 - 10 included KYC verifications
 - 2 included KYB checks
 - Training included
 - PEPs, sanctions & criminal watchlists screening
 - Credit roll-over for unused KYC/KYB verifications included
 - Initial onboarding & transition program (2hrs)
 - Email, chat, phone support + a dedicated account manager
 
Additional KYC: $15 +GST each
Additional KYB: $35 +GST each
Enterprise
$999 per month +GST
For businesses with a high volume of clients requiring AML/CTF checks.
- Unlimited users
 - 3 active risk assessment & AML program
 - Ongoing monitoring
 - 20 included KYC verifications
 - 4 included KYB checks
 - Training included
 - PEPs, sanctions & criminal watchlists screening
 - Credit roll-over for unused KYC/KYB verifications included
 - Initial onboarding & transition program (4hrs)
 - White label option
 - Email, chat, phone support + a dedicated account manager
 
Additional KYC: $15 +GST each
Additional KYB: $35 +GST each
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