ArticleReview Of Continuous Disclosure ObligationsThe current global financial turmoil has highlighted the need for companies to make timely disclosure of market-sensitive information.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawAddisons
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ArticleVirtual AGMs and e-signing measures extended and permanent changes on the wayThese reforms provided regulatory relief and flexibility to companies forced to operate in a socially-distanced world.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawHolding Redlich
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ArticleCreate a powerfully productive COVID-19 workplaceIf COVID-19 has changed the way you do business, from remote staff to pandemic-proof contracts, this guide may help.AustraliaEmployment and HRMetis Law
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ArticleIt Depends – Does My Company Qualify As A Special Purpose Superannuation Trustee Company?Understanding the specific requirements for a company to qualify as a special purpose superannuation trustee company is crucial for accessing reduced ASIC annual renewal fees. Senior associate Keeghan Silcock explains the two essential conditions: the company's constitution must expressly prohibit income or property distribution to members, and the company must act solely as trustee of a regulated superannuation fund. AustraliaEmployment and HRCooper Grace Ward
ArticleNSW Overhauls Environmental Legislation, Expanding Liability And Strengthening Enforcement PowersOn 24 February 2022, the NSW Parliament passed a Bill to amend five key pieces of environmental legislation. AustraliaEnvironmentHerbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP
ArticleLegal considerations for breaking up a family businessFamily business disputes could arise on many subjects, threaten the success of the business and jeopardise family ties.AustraliaFamily and MatrimonialLegalVision
ArticleValuing Private Company Shares In Family LawIf you are going through a family law separation or divorce and one of you holds a minority interest in a private company, the valuation of that interest is likely to be one of the most contested and consequential issues in your property settlement. You might assume that obtaining a business valuation expert will resolve the question.AustraliaFamily and MatrimonialBartier Perry Solicitors
ArticleWhat happens when divorce splits a business? - Six possible scenariosMany businesses are founded and run by a husband and wife team. What happens to the business if they divorce?AustraliaFamily and MatrimonialSwaab Attorneys
ArticleAre You Required To Submit ASIC Form 388?Does your company fall within ASIC list of company types required to submit a Form 388 along with the FS70 & FS71?AustraliaFinance and BankingSophie Grace Pty Ltd
ArticleCorporate Collective Investment Vehicles: An AFSL Variation May Be Coming To YouThe CCIV regime provides an alternative to the existing managed investment scheme regime under the Corporations Act. AustraliaFinance and BankingSophie Grace Pty Ltd
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ArticlePreparing For Australia's Mandatory Climate-Related Financial DisclosuresMandatory climate disclosure is coming to Australia. Businesses should see these new regulatory requirements as an opportunity to use climate reporting to drive business value.AustraliaFinance and BankingFTI Consulting
ArticleUK Supreme Court rules in favour of flip clausesDecision of UK Supreme Court in Belmont Park Investments Case discussed.AustraliaFinance and BankingClayton Utz
ArticleEncouraging innovation through insolvency reformThese proposed changes aim to encourage entrepreneurship and remove barriers for start-ups, while protecting creditors.AustraliaInsolvency/Bankruptcy/Re-StructuringCorrs Chambers Westgarth