In an effort to enhance the value of membership and provide additional support to legal practitioners across South Africa, the Law Society of South Africa (LSSA) has introduced a Members Benefits Programme. The initiative is designed to offer significant advantages to LSSA members by collaborating with key companies and service providers, offering a wide range of exclusive benefits that improve professional growth, operational efficiency, and cost management.

This programme represents a major step toward strengthening the legal sector and fostering collaboration among various stakeholders, from law firms to independent practitioners. By partnering with leading service providers across different sectors, the LSSA is aiming to address the evolving needs of legal professionals in a fast-paced and competitive industry.

Objectives of the Programme

The primary goal of the Members Benefits Programme is to offer LSSA members access to a broad spectrum of services, discounts, and educational opportunities. These benefits are specifically designed to assist members in running their practices more effectively, while ensuring they stay up-to-date with legal developments and best practices in the industry.

The programme was conceived with a clear intention: To create a comprehensive value proposition for members, making it easier and more cost-effective for them to access tools, resources, and services that can enhance their legal careers and practices.

Key Benefits for Members

1. Exclusive Discounts and Offers:
   Members of the LSSA enjoy access to discounted rates on a range of products and services essential for legal practices. These discounts cover items such as legal software, office supplies, insurance, professional training, and even technology solutions. These benefits help members save on essential business expenditures.

2. Training and Professional Development:
   The programme offers LSSA members exclusive access to workshops, webinars, and online training courses. These sessions are aimed at helping members stay updated on industry trends, legal innovations, and regulatory changes. This commitment to continuous professional development supports members in maintaining high standards of practice and competence.

3. Legal and Business Tools:
   The programme provides access to a variety of resources that help members manage their legal practices. This includes case management systems, billing software, and digital tools for managing legal documentation and communication with clients. These tools simplify complex tasks and help law firms run more efficiently.

4. Access to Suppliers and Partners:
   The programme partners with leading companies that provide specialised services to the legal profession. This ensures that LSSA members have access to trusted service providers offering high-quality products and services at competitive rates.

5. Insurance and Risk Management:
   LSSA members benefit from discounts and preferential rates on professional indemnity insurance, as well as other risk management services. These benefits are designed to protect members and their practices against unforeseen circumstances and liabilities.

6. Legal Research and Resources:
   Members gain access to a wealth of research material, case law databases, and legal publications. This is essential for staying ahead in a constantly evolving legal landscape, ensuring members have the information they need to provide high-quality legal services.

Key Companies Involved in the Programme

The Members Benefits Programme is supported by a diverse group of reputable companies from various sectors. These companies are integral to the programme’s success, offering members access to high-quality services that support their professional and business needs. Some of the key partners include:

Company name	Offering	Website
Clio	Legal software that makes invoicing easy, and payments seamless for clients. Clio’ offers billing and payment solutions, including branded invoices, automated reminders, and electronic and in-person payment options.	www.clio.com
SMD Technologies	Use this link (https://studentedge.co.za) and Promo code #LSSA25 to get: 5% off of all devices 15% off of all accessories	www.smdtechnologies.com
AJS	AJS agrees to pay the R 300 (THREE HUNDRED RAND ONLY) annual LSSA subscription fee for any new customer referred by the LSSA who signs up for AJS services.	www.ajs.co.za
Khwezi Holdings (Pty) Ltd	LSSA Members will receive a discount of 10% on Khwezi’s Legal Cost Recovery Software Solution, namely nQZebraworks.	www.khwezi.co.za
ARMD.digital	LSSA members receive a built-in discount on ARMD.digital’s cybersecurity solutions. Helps law firms to stop email spoofing and scan for public-facing vulnerabilities that criminals target. CyberProfiler Discount: 12.5% DMARC Discount: 5% Access your discounted protection tools → https://armd.digital/?ref=7	https://armd.digital/?ref=7
CaseFox	CaseFox is a leading provider of legal tech software, including legal billing and case management solutions. As part of the LSSA Members Benefit Programme, members receive an exclusive 15% discount on all monthly and yearly CaseFox paid plans for the first year. Redeem your discount CaseFox enables law firms to efficiently manage cases, billing, time tracking, invoicing, document drafting, case notes, trust accounting, online payments, and client communications — all from one intuitive platform. Trusted by law firms of all sizes and solo practitioners, CaseFox helps streamline legal operations and adds measurable value to every practice.	https://www.casefox.com/
MatterSuite	MatterSuite is an AI-powered legal matter management software designed to help law firms and legal teams streamline their daily operations. As part of the LSSA Members Benefit Programme, members receive an exclusive 15% discount on all monthly and yearly MatterSuite paid plans for the first year. Redeem your discount MatterSuite offers powerful features including AI document drafting, legal research, litigation and matter management, contact and document management, calendaring, billing and invoicing, trust accounting, intake forms, e-signatures, client portals, advanced reporting, and more. With integrations such as G Suite, Microsoft Outlook, QuickBooks, Dropbox, and OneDrive, MatterSuite empowers firms to work smarter, faster, and more efficiently.	https://www.mattersuite.com/
Innovative Entrepreneurs NPC	A 10% Discount on all Registration Fees for LSSA Members who wish to attend any Innovative Entrepreneurs NPC events and initiatives. LSSA members must provide evidence of LSSA membership. The benefits will be available online via the Innovative Entrepreneurs NPC registration process for each event or initiative.	https://innovative.org.za/
Roadbridge	Preferential Financing Rate: LSSA members utilizing Roadbridge’s bridging finance services for B2B and B2C transactions will benefit from a competitive preferential rate. Onboarding and Credit Assessment: Law firms must complete Roadbridge’s onboarding process and undergo a credit risk assessment. Firms with lower credit ratings are required to register with GPay to access the preferential rate, ensuring risk mitigation. Accessing the Benefit: To qualify, law firms must provide proof of LSSA membership by contacting ab@roadbridge.co.za	https://www.roadbridge.co.za
Laws.Africa Law Library	The Law Society of South Africa (LSSA) and Laws.Africa have announced the launch of My LawLibrary, a new set of powerful research tools built for legal professionals who need to work faster and smarter. Available now on LawLibrary.org.za , this marks a major milestone in making professional-grade legal research more accessible, especially for sole practitioners and small law firms. All legal practitioners in good standing receive up to 25% off subscription fees for the first year of membership.	https://lawlibrary.org.za/
Tsebo Actuaries	Tsebo Actuaries offers the most cost-effective actuarial services: Flat rate of R 5 175 (including VAT) ‒ no hidden fees, no contingency billing. This transparent pricing protects both the client’s compensation and the sustainability of the RAF ecosystem. For every two reports received from LSSA members, Tsebo Actuaries will provide the LSSA with one complimentary report, which may be allocated to a newly established firm at the LSSA’s discretion.	www.tseboactuaries.co.za
Standard Bank	Activation days: Standard Bank will host virtual Value Banking activation days in collaboration with the LSSA. Perx platform access: LSSA Members will gain access to Standard Bank’s Perx Platform, which includes: Banking products (transactional, lending, home loans, credit cards) Financial services (wills, savings and investments, insurance, share trading) Digital platforms (LookSee, rewards) Vehicle finance, financial health checks, and third-party services. LSSA members when completing the employer field when registering on Perx, complete as follows: E.g.: LSSA – Attorney name. Additional offerings: Products not listed on Perx may still be offered directly to Members. Terms and conditions: All products are subject to Standard Bank’s standard terms. Third-party solutions: These will be contracted directly between the Member and the third party, and Standard Bank will not be liable for any related losses. https://perx.standardbank.co.za/s/	https://perx.standardbank.co.za/s/