FAQs

ANNUAL GOLD COAST LEGAL CONFERENCE | 13 JUNE 2025

REGISTERING FOR THE EVENT

Who should attend?

The Annual Gold Coast Legal Conference is designed for generalist legal practitioners and other interested professionals in the Gold Coast and surrounds. Anyone working in the legal profession, whether you’re an early career lawyer or a senior practitioner, will find value in the program.

How much does it cost to attend?

QLS Member - $369

Non-Members - $479

Can I share my registration with another person?

Splitting or sharing a registration is not allowed under any circumstance. Even if you only want to attend part of the conference you cannot share your registration with another delegate.

Can I register to attend just one session?

No. Registrations are for the full day, which covers attendance to the entire day’s program. Delegates cannot register to attend a single session or a half-day session.

When do registrations close?

Tickets are available until 5pm, Friday 6 June 2025, unless sold out prior.

Can I cancel my registration?

If you need to cancel your registration, please send your request via email to events@qls.com.au.

If we receive your cancellation at least 7 days before the event (not including the event day), we'll refund your registration fee minus a 30% cancellation fee. If the cancellation request comes in 7 days or less before the event (again, not including the event day), unfortunately, we won’t be able to offer a refund. Full QLS events terms and conditions can be found here.

Is the event hybrid?

 Attendance is in person only and the event will not be recorded.


GETTING THERE

Where do I park?

RACV Royal Pines Resort has complimentary parking available, the closest carpark to the conference is the Main Resort Undercover Carpark.

How do I get there?

Located 32km north of Gold Coast Airport and 80km south of Brisbane International Airport, you can get directions to the venue here.

Is there travel discounts available?

QLS members can access discounted flights with Virgin Australia. Learn more here.


ON THE DAY

Is the conference catered?

As with most QLS events, we have a delicious and plentiful food and drink offering! Including free coffee and juice!

Will I get access to presenter materials?

Some presenter materials may be available on the conference app and some will be sent to attendees at the close of the conference. Materials availability is subject to presenter approval.

How to ask a question in a session?

If you wish to ask a question or make a comment during the session, please raise your hand and wait for the microphone or use the Live Q&A tab within the app for that session. The chair will address these at an appropriate time within the session.

Is there a dress code?

The dress code for all conference sessions and the social function is business, or smart casual. Some attendees find the conference rooms cool so we recommend bringing a light jumper or jacket.


EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Is the conference recorded?

No, the conference will not be recorded or available for purchase after the event. However, attendees will receive a complimentary recording package of three one-hour core topics. 

How many CPD points do I earn?

Delegates will earn 10 CPD points in total, through 7 in-person sessions and the complimentary 3 CPD point on-demand recording.

Conference: Attendance at the full conference entitles you to claim 7 CPD points for the 2025/2026 CPD year. Delegates may be eligible for the full complement of mandatory areas including Professional Skills, Practical Legal Ethics and Practice Management and Business Skills. For further details, please refer to the program or CPD guide.

First Title Insurance Core Topics Recording Package: All attendees will receive access to a package of online recordings worth 3 CPD points, one in each mandatory CPD area. The access link will be emailed to you at the conclusion of the conference. This package will also be made available to purchase for non-attendees in the QLS ShopThis year's Core Topics Recording Package is brought to you by First Title

CONTACT US

PHONE

Events Management: (07) 3842 5806

Queensland Law Society: 1300 367 757

CONNECT WITH US

We acknowledge the First Nations people as the original inhabitants of this land. We recognise, respect and celebrate the cultural distinctions of First Nations people and value their rich and positive contribution to not only Queensland but also to the broader Australian society.