There are many reasons to have a Will in place. Many people are prompted by events such as buying a property, getting married or having children, or getting divorced – all great reasons to have a Will in place. Bear in mind that if you marry, your existing Will...

What are the effects of declaring bankruptcy and when may bankruptcy be the right choice for you? People with large debts which may have been incurred as a result of a failed business venture or due to consumer spending on credit cards do need to consider whether in...

Directors of companies large and small need to be aware of their fiduciary obligations and duties owed to a company as directors. The Corporations Act 2001 sets out four main duties owed by directors: To act with care and diligence: Section 180 of the Corporations Act...

We regularly see client’s who are having trouble getting on with co-owners of the company they are invested in, whether their involvement be as co-directors or just shareholders. In some cases, it becomes apparent that the treatment of shareholders by the directors or...