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In an ever-more complex and competitive economy, it is imperative for legal practitioners to stand out in a crowded marketplace. The Specialist Accreditation Scheme offers a unique opportunity for lawyers and inhouse counsel to achieve an easily identifiable recognition of their expertise, serving as a differentiation for consumers of legal services.
The Scheme, now in its 8th year and with more than 100 Accredited Specialists and Senior Accredited Specialists, welcomes applications to become an Accredited Specialist (minimum 5 years’ PQE) in:
• Maritime and Shipping Law
• Data and Digital Economy Law
Applications open 1 January 2025 and end 31 March 2025.
TO APPLY
Interested Accredited Specialist applicants are requested to submit their application, reference statements, supporting documents and the payment confirmation email using the online application form that can be found at https://sal.org.sg/Services/Appointments/Specialist-Accreditation/Information-Guides-Forms.
SAL will send an acknowledgment of receipt of application ONLY if the application form is fully completed and accompanied by all the required documentation, and the application fee paid.
For all details pertaining to the Scheme, please refer to the Specialist Accreditation Scheme website at https://sal.org.sg/Services/Appointments/Specialist-Accreditation/Overview or email [email protected] for queries.
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The Singapore Academy of Law’s Specialist Accreditation Scheme confers recognition of a legal practitioner’s expertise and experience in a specialised area of law.
The accreditation as an Accredited Specialist is valid for two years.
Accredited Specialists who were
1. accredited in January 2019, 2021, 2023
2. reaccredited in March 2021, 2023
are invited to apply for reaccreditation.
Applications for reaccreditation opens 1 January 2025 and ends 28 February 2025.
The reaccreditation form may be found at https://sal.org.sg/Services/Appointments/Specialist-Accreditation/Information-Guides-Forms -
The Singapore Academy of Law’s Specialist Accreditation Scheme confers recognition of a legal practitioner’s expertise and experience in a specialised area of law.
The accreditation as a Senior Accredited Specialist is valid for two years.
Senior Accredited Specialists who were
1. accredited in January 2019, 2021, 2023
2. reaccredited in March 2021, 2023
are invited to apply for reaccreditation.
Applications for reaccreditation opens 1 January 2025 and ends 28 February 2025.
The reaccreditation form may be found at https://sal.org.sg/Services/Appointments/Specialist-Accreditation/Information-Guides-Forms -
Date & Time: 20-21 February 2025 (20 February: 9.00am - 5.15pm)
(21 February: 9.00am - 5.15pm)
Venue: SAL, Stamford 1 & 2, The Adelphi #08-08, 1 Coleman Street (S179803)This 2 day programme will help you to gain insights on the managerial and business aspects of the legal profession. You will understand strategy in a law firm and how you can map your firm's strategy.
Early Bird rates for sign-ups by 26 Jan 2025:
Prices before GST Early bird rate
(until 26 Jan 2025)
Usual rate
(27 Jan 2025 onwards)
Member $1,038
$1,384
Non-member $1,297.50
$1,730
SkillsFuture Credit (for self-funded individuals only)
All Singaporeans aged 25 and above can utilise their SkillsFuture Credit from the government to cover a wide range of approved skills-related courses. You can explore available courses on the MySkillsFuture website. Please click here and complete the form if you are interested in using SkillsFuture Credit.
SkillsFuture Funding (for self/company funded)
As an Approved Training Organisation (ATO), this training programme is subsidised by SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG). Course Fee Funding and Training Allowance / Absentee Payroll are available to self /company funded individuals. Please click here and complete the form if you are interested in using SkillsFuture Funding or using both SkilsFuture Funding and SkillsFuture Credit.
Save even more with Early Bird rates AND SkillsFuture (SSG) Funding. See the 'Fees and Subsidies' table below for pricing details.
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Date & Time: 21 May 2025 (21 May: 9.00am - 4.10pm)
Venue: ParkRoyal Collection Marina Bay SingaporeSAL is excited to announce the opening conference and launch of the Junior Lawyers Professional Certification Programme (JLP)! This event will unite legal professionals, thought leaders, and advocates globally to enhance the education and professional journey of junior lawyers.
Key highlights:
- Keynote by the Chief Justice Sundaresh Menon and fireside chat on sustainability in legal practice
- International Advisory Panel on Lawyer as Learner: Cultivating Reflective Practices for Ongoing Excellence
- Interactive Masterclass
Participants will choose 1 out of 3 interactive masterclasses to attend in the afternoon:
#1: Masterclass on Ethics of Gen AI by Prof. Julian Webb: Explore the ethical risks of using AI in legal practice through case studies on duty to the court, competence, and lawyer-client confidentiality. Participants will develop strategies for the safe and ethical use of GenAI in legal work.
#2: Learn more and register for Masterclass on Lifelong Learning Agility
#3: Learn more and register for Masterclass on Crisis CommunicationParticipants who register for the conference will also attend the sessions on “Self-Leadership for Young Lawyers”.
Session 1 (Face-to-face): 11 Jun 2025 OR 3 Sep 2025
And
Session 2 (Virtual): 18 Jun 2025 OR 24 Sep 2025.
Additional information will be provided separately.Important Note: This is a required component of the JLP. Participants who register for the JLP Conference will be considered enrolled in the JLP and are expected to complete 12 modules over 2 years, with the JLP Conference being the first module. For more information about the JLP, please visit the JLP webpage.
JLP Opening Conference and Launch - Masterclass on Ethics of Gen AIMember's Price: SGD 872.00Usual Price: SGD 872.00CS CPD -
Date & Time: 21 May 2025 (21 May: 9.00am - 4.10pm)
Venue: ParkRoyal Collection Marina Bay SingaporeSAL is excited to announce the opening conference and launch of the Junior Lawyers Professional Certification Programme (JLP)! This event will unite legal professionals, thought leaders, and advocates globally to enhance the education and professional journey of junior lawyers.
Key highlights:
- Keynote by the Chief Justice Sundaresh Menon and fireside chat on sustainability in legal practice
- International Advisory Panel on Lawyer as Learner: Cultivating Reflective Practices for Ongoing Excellence
- Interactive Masterclass
Participants will choose 1 out of 3 interactive masterclasses to attend in the afternoon:
#2: Masterclass on Lifelong Learning Agilities: This masterclass helps junior lawyers plan their ongoing development to thrive in a changing legal landscape. You’ll learn to identify transferable skills, create a self-directed learning plan, and build a network of mentors.
#1: Learn more and register for Masterclass on Ethics of Gen AI
#3: Learn more and register for Masterclass on Crisis CommunicationParticipants who register for the conference will also attend the sessions on “Self-Leadership for Young Lawyers”.
Session 1 (Face-to-face): 11 Jun 2025 OR 3 Sep 2025
And
Session 2 (Virtual): 18 Jun 2025 OR 24 Sep 2025.
Additional information will be provided separately.Important Note: This is a required component of the JLP. Participants who register for the JLP Conference will be considered enrolled in the JLP and are expected to complete 12 modules over 2 years, with the JLP Conference being the first module. For more information about the JLP, please visit the JLP webpage.
JLP Opening Conference and Launch - Masterclass on Lifelong Learning AgilityMember's Price: SGD 872.00Usual Price: SGD 872.00CS CPD -
Date & Time: 21 May 2025 (21 May: 9.00am - 4.10pm)
Venue: ParkRoyal Collection Marina Bay SingaporeSAL is excited to announce the opening conference and launch of the Junior Lawyers Professional Certification Programme (JLP)! This event will unite legal professionals, thought leaders, and advocates globally to enhance the education and professional journey of junior lawyers.
Key highlights:
- Keynote by the Chief Justice Sundaresh Menon and fireside chat on sustainability in legal practice
- International Advisory Panel on Lawyer as Learner: Cultivating Reflective Practices for Ongoing Excellence
- Interactive Masterclass
Participants will choose 1 out of 3 interactive masterclasses to attend in the afternoon:
#3: Masterclass on Crisis Communications: What Every Lawyer Needs to Know to Mitigate Reputational Risk
This masterclass helps lawyers manage reputational risks for their clients. In this interactive session, we'll explore common reputational risks in legal work, discuss mitigation strategies, and examine two high-profile case studies to understand how legal communications can be hijacked and avoid a reputational crisis.
#1: Learn more and register for Masterclass on Ethics of Gen AI
#2: Learn more and register for Masterclass on Opening Conference and Masterclass on Lifelong Learning AgilityParticipants who register for the conference will also attend the sessions on “Self-Leadership for Young Lawyers”.
Session 1 (Face-to-face): 11 Jun 2025 OR 3 Sep 2025
And
Session 2 (Virtual): 18 Jun 2025 OR 24 Sep 2025.
Additional information will be provided separately.Important Note: This is a required component of the JLP. Participants who register for the JLP Conference will be considered enrolled in the JLP and are expected to complete 12 modules over 2 years, with the JLP Conference being the first module. For more information about the JLP, please visit the JLP webpage.
JLP Opening Conference and Launch - Masterclass on Crisis CommunicationsMember's Price: SGD 872.00Usual Price: SGD 872.00CS CPD -
This webinar will discuss the latest developments concerning Indonesia's Personal Data Protection Law (PDP law) following the expiry of the compliance grace period in October 2024, challenges for complying with the PDP law amid the current absence of the data protection authority and the finalised implementing regulations, as well as existing AI regulation in the country and what to expect going forward.
[Webinar] Navigating Uncharted Waters -- Indonesia’s Personal Data Protection Law and AI RegulationUsual Price: SGD 76.30CS CPD -
Date & Time:
10-11 April 2025
(10 April: 8.30am - 6.00pm)
(11 April: 8.30am - 6.00pm)
(11 Sept: 830am – 10.00am)
Venue
INSEAD Asia Campus
Globalisation and the economic shift to Asia has resulted in significant new opportunities for law firms and in-house counsel operating in this region. At the same time, partners in these law firms and corporate counsel are facing increased challenges including cost pressures, growing competition and talent retention issues. In this changing legal landscape, legal professionals must complement their technical legal expertise with strong leadership to manage these challenges and seize emerging growth opportunities.
The SAL-INSEAD Legal Leadership Programme is a two-day intensive management programme specifically designed and contextualised to address the needs of law firm partners, general counsel and legal service officers. Participants from the private sector should currently have P&L remit in their roles or will soon be assuming P&L responsibilities in their organisations.
This unique programme applies business school methodologies to address leadership challenges faced by legal professionals including improving organisational alignment, managing growth and change, motivating people and teams for high performance, and communicating effectively.
Programme Fee
Leadership Programme: $7,412 (incl. 9% GST)
Both Leadership and Strategy Programme: $10,900 (incl. 9% GST)Click here to purchase the Leadership and Strategy bundle programme.
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Date & Time:
14 - 15 August 2025
(14 August: 8.30am - 6.00pm)
(15 August: 8.30am - 6.00pm)
(11 Sept: 830am – 10.00am)
Venue
INSEAD Asia Campus
Globalisation and the economic shift to Asia has resulted in significant new opportunities for law firms and in-house counsel operating in this region. At the same time, partners in these law firms and corporate counsel are facing increased challenges including cost pressures, growing competition and talent retention issues. In this changing legal landscape, legal professionals must complement their technical legal expertise with strong leadership to manage these challenges and seize emerging growth opportunities.
The SAL-INSEAD Legal Leadership Programme is a two-day intensive management programme specifically designed and contextualised to address the needs of law firm partners, general counsel and legal service officers. Participants from the private sector should currently have P&L remit in their roles or will soon be assuming P&L responsibilities in their organisations.
This unique programme applies business school methodologies to address leadership challenges faced by legal professionals including improving organisational alignment, managing growth and change, motivating people and teams for high performance, and communicating effectively.
Programme Fee
Strategy Programme: $7,412 (incl. 9% GST)
Both Leadership and Strategy Programme: $10,900 (incl. 9% GST)
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Date & Time: 10 - 11 April and 14 - 15 August 2025
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(10 April: 8.30am - 6.00pm)
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(11 April: 8.30am - 6.00pm)
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(14 August: 8.30am - 6.00pm)
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(15 August: 8.30am - 6.00pm)
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(11 September: 8.30am - 10.00am)
Venue: INSEAD Asia Campus
Globalisation and the economic shift to Asia has resulted in significant new opportunities for law firms and in-house counsel operating in this region. At the same time, partners in these law firms and corporate counsel are facing increased challenges including cost pressures, growing competition and talent retention issues. In this changing legal landscape, legal professionals must complement their technical legal expertise with strong leadership to manage these challenges and seize emerging growth opportunities.
The SAL-INSEAD Legal Leadership Programme and the SAL-INSEAD Legal Strategy Programme each consist of a two-day intensive management training specifically designed and contextualised to address the needs of law firm partners, general counsel and legal service officers. Participants from the private sector should currently have P&L remit in their roles or will soon be assuming P&L responsibilities in their organisations.
This unique programme applies business school methodologies to address leadership challenges faced by legal professionals including improving organisational alignment, managing growth and change, motivating people and teams for high performance, and communicating effectively.
[Bundle] SAL-INSEAD Legal Leadership and Strategy Programme 2025SGD 14,824.00 Usual Price: SGD 10,900.00CS CPD -