“Many years ago, as a young and inexperienced Practice Manager, I joined what was then known as the Legal Practice Management Association (now ALPMA). Through the Association I have met many people who over the years have become colleagues and good friends. The format of lunch followed by the hour presentation has been invaluable to me by providing information on legislative changes, industry standards and an opportunity to share ideas with my peers. Over the years I have attended the Christmas lunches, ALPMA Summits and have held various roles on the ALPMA committee. ALPMA is the peak body for legal practice management professionals and many relationships have been established with other peak bodies and organisations to improve the benefits to members. I am always impressed by the dedication to continuous improvement and the commitment of the committee members who volunteer their time to drive the Association. Being an ALPMA member has been a tremendous experience for me both professionally and personally.”

Jacqueline Regos



PTM Systems & Administration Manager



Freehills Patent & Trade Mark Attorneys

“I have been associated with the ALPMA for nearly 10 years now.  During this time I have found membership incredibly valuable due to the learning and networking opportunities made available by this organisation. I understand the ALPMA is also working on some new initiatives to deliver even more value to its members in the future.”

Tony March



General Manager & CFO



Madgwicks Lawyers

“I have found that by being a member of ALPMA gives you the opportunity to meet other managers of law firms who have the same issues as you and can assist with ideas particularly when purchasing new software etc. The seminars are informative and present a good opportunity to network with not only those in legal but from associated industries. ALPMA helps keep you in touch with what is happening in the market.”

Angie Dean



Sydney Office Manager



Business Services

“The original reason for me joining a management group was to be able to interact and network with a group of people who were in the same industry with the same problems as I was facing in the management of a legal practice.  ALPMA was the only group that I could find that actually was aimed towards supporting and educating legal managers, whether they be legal practitioners or professional managers.  Over the years the group has changed from a state based organisation to a national association, which gives even stronger support networks of ideas through seminars, webinars, discussions and the conferences.  I have gathered advice and assistance from a number of the the other practice management teams in the member firms ALPMA, as well as from the lunch seminars and conferences etc.     This information enables implementation towards a better environment for my own practice through management skills and ideas that have been developed at other practices, whilst I hope that I have also been able to assist those other firms in a similar way. I have encouraged other people who are involved in the management of legal practice to join ALPMA for the networking, support and information provided and will continue to do so in the future.”

William Hicks JP



Practice Manager



McLachlan Chilton

“Having been a member for over 20 years, and having held various positions of office within the group, it has certainly been a rewarding and fulfilling experience for me.  I would recommend membership to ALPMA to anyone in a law office management position. ALPMA offers a forum to meet your peers, network, bounce ideas off them, keep abreast of new developments via monthly speakers and seminars, workshops and the annual conference. To get the most out of being a member to ALPMA it pays to get involved and become an active member, and not just let the membership be a line on a resume!”

Gail Edmonds



Admin/Finance Manager



James Tuite & Associates Lawyers

“Membership of ALPMA is a serious advantage for anyone working in legal management. I joined ALPMA shortly after my arrival in Brisbane in 1997.   I soon discovered that through the ALPMA I had access to an enthusiastic and highly professional network of managers with an extraordinary wealth of information and experience which is recognised at large by the legal profession.  On all matters relating to legal management the ALPMA has a well-deserved reputation for professionalism, candour and authority. I strongly recommend to anyone concerned with the management of legal practices to become a member.”

Graeme McFadyen



Chief Executive Officer



Trilby Misso