The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) has authorised legalsuper for MySuper.
Chief executive, Andrew Proebstl said the fund would be ready to launch its new default product on 1 July.
"We are delighted to have obtained our MySuper licence and are pleased to be one of a small group of funds that have received this licence ahead of the 1 July 2013 start date for the new regime," he said.
"Members who are required to be transitioned into the new MySuper product will continue to benefit from the products and services that legalsuper delivers to those working in the Australian legal profession."
The $1.6 billion industry fund recently launched direct investment options for its members.
The super fund announced that Gregory has been appointed to its executive leadership team, taking on the fresh role of chief advice officer.
The deputy governor has warned that, as super funds’ overseas assets grow and liquidity risks rise, they will need to expand their FX hedge books to manage currency exposure effectively.
Super funds have built on early financial year momentum, as growth funds deliver strong results driven by equities and resilient bonds.
The super fund has announced that Mark Rider will step down from his position of chief investment officer (CIO) after deciding to “semi-retire” from full-time work.