MinterEllison, one of Australia’s leading law firms, began early preparations for the 2026 AML/CTF legislative changes. The firm saw this as an opportunity to strengthen its compliance framework and improve data quality across multiple practice areas. A key focus was ensuring that client verification processes were robust, efficient and aligned with regulatory expectations.
The challenge
MinterEllison needed a solution that allowed them to:
- Implement AML compliance at enterprise scale without disrupting client experience.
- Integrate AML processes with a complex technology environment, including the concurrent rollout of a new intake solution.
- Address legacy client data through a major remediation programme to minimise risk and support future technology optimisation.
The solution - First AML
After a detailed review process, MinterEllison chose First AML for its ability to:
- Support complex legal structures and diverse risk profiles across multiple practice areas.
- Provide flexibility to configure workflows and verification rules without imposing a one-size-fits-all approach.
- Integrate effectively with the firm’s broader technology ecosystem, complementing their intake and PMS solutions.
- Offer deep sector expertise, with experience supporting large, multi-service law firms globally.
The approach
First AML’s platform was implemented to manage AML verification requirements, providing advanced KYB analysis, visualisation of complex entities and configurable compliance workflows. This allowed the firm to tailor AML processes to different matter types and risk triggers while maintaining a consistent enterprise-wide standard.
Implementation highlights
- Structured rollout aligned with the firm’s technology programme and compliance objectives.
- Configuration support to reflect departmental requirements and risk categories.
- Training and guidance to build internal capability and ensure consistent application of AML standards.
Outcome
MinterEllison now has a flexible AML solution that complements its intake platform and supports a scalable, risk-based approach to compliance ahead of Tranche 2 reforms.
About First AML
First AML comes from the perspective of both a technology provider, but also as compliance professionals. Prior to releasing First AML’s all-in-one AML workflow platform, we processed over 2,000,000 AML cases ourselves. Understanding the acute problem that faces firms these days as they try to scale their own AML, is in our DNA.
That's why First AML now powers thousands of compliance experts around the globe to reduce the time and cost burden of complex and international entity KYC. Source stands out as a leading solution for organisations with complex or international onboarding needs. It provides streamlined collaboration and ensures uniformity in all AML practices.
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