Australia: Corporate and Company Law

Victoria's amended Security of Payment Act introduces significant changes to how contractors can claim the return of performance security and limits principals' rights to call on that security. The new statutory framework creates a formal process for security claims and imposes notice requirements that fundamentally alter the commercial risk allocation between parties in construction contracts.

Facing overwhelming debt can feel isolating, but understanding your options is the first step toward financial recovery. Whether you're considering informal repayment arrangements, formal debt agreements, or bankruptcy, each pathway offers distinct advantages depending on your circumstances. This comprehensive guide breaks down the three main personal insolvency options available in Australia, helping you determine which solution best fits your financial situation.

When you’re under pressure, making the first call can feel like stepping into the unknown. People often worry they’ll be judged, rushed, or pushed into a one‑size‑fits‑all solution.

The ACCC is actively targeting NDIS providers for breaches of the Australian Consumer Law (ACL), with corporate penalties of up to $50 million.

The Federal Court of Australia has ruled that Star Entertainment Group's former CEO and chief legal officer breached their statutory duties by failing to properly escalate critical anti-money laundering risks and misleading communications to the board, while dismissing claims against non-executive directors. This landmark decision establishes crucial precedents for executive accountability, information governance, and the indivisibility of duties for officers holding multiple roles, with implications extend

The Global Financial Crisis (GFC) remains the clearest example. While the crisis itself peaked in 2008/2009, corporate and personal insolvency numbers continued to rise for several years afterwards...

We have run our annual analysis of announced non-binding indicative offers and pre-bid stakes in public M&A to capture NBIOs announced in calendar year 2025.

The recent novel case of WIJOAV Services Pty Ltd v Goldstone Private Equity Pty Ltd [2025] FCA 622 (WIJOAV v Goldstone) has confirmed that the statutory shareholder oppression...

For decades, chairing an ASX200 company has represented the summit of Australian corporate leadership. It has long been viewed as a role reserved for the nation’s most trusted and influential directors.