Briefing the Australian Government Solicitor

Seek approval first

The written approval of the Secretary of the Department of Communities and Justice should be obtained by a NSW Government agency before an agency retains the Australian Government Solicitor for legal services. Full details can be found in Premier's Memorandum 2005-02.

Purpose

This important step is necessary to avoid situations where a conflict of interest may arise and ensures the necessary procedural requirements for engaging the Australian Government Solicitor are met.