Legal insights
We strive to optimise value for our clients, and apply our legal insights and commercial advice to best support our clients’ needs. Our expert practitioners provide updates and insights into the areas of law in which we work on an ongoing basis. We think differently to most other law firms, and are recognised as a ‘go-to’ firm for legal insights and expertise. We regularly publish updates and articles on a range of legal topics and industry sectors.
Major Victoria Planning Provisions reform with the gazettal of Amendment VC148
Yesterday (31 July 2018), the Victorian Government gazetted Amendment VC148, providing the most significant overhaul of the Victoria
The first reported foreclosure in Queensland for 35 years – an innovative litigation solution
In June 2018, we assisted one of our government clients to achieve an innovative solution that delivered benefit
Let the Court decide – administrator and equitable liens
In White, in the matter of Mossgreen Pty Ltd (Administrators Appointed) v Robertson,[1] the Full Court of the
Freezing orders – a refresher
What is a freezing order? Previously known as a Mareva order, a freezing order is an interlocutory order restraining
Voluntary Administrators – entitlement to an equitable or statutory lien over funds held on trust
In the recent decision of Trenfield, in the matter of Crusaders Managers Pty Ltd (Administrators Appointed)[1], the Federal
Will your Enterprise Agreement pass the BOOT?
The Full Bench of the Fair Work Commission in its recent decision Loaded Rates Agreements [2018] FWCFB 3610
One step closer to AFCA
On 23 April 2018, the Minister for Revenue and Financial Services authorised operation of the Australian Financial Complaints
Trade Promotions Update | New Permit Application Fees
Here is an overview of 2018 permit requirements and fees, for chance trade promotions lotteries. For full size
Largest overhaul of Environmental Regulation since 1970
In the largest overhaul of environmental legislation in nearly 50 years, the Victorian Government has released its long
Is payment under your bank guarantee really guaranteed?
An unconditional bank guarantee is widely regarded as being “as good as cash”. However, calling on a bank
Are you ready to support clients to plan ahead for their end of life care?
Advance Care Planning Advanced Care Directives (ACD) when considered in the broader context of advanced care planning allow
