Oceania: Corporate/Commercial Law

Checklist of key actions to lay the foundation for a successful AGM.

On 10 June 2025, the Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) announced that it was commencing a two-year trial of a fast-tracked initial public offering (IPO) process (Fast-Track Process).

On 31 March 2025, the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) published its Regulatory Guide 280 Sustainability Reporting (RG280) following the introduction of Australia's first climate-related financial disclosure regime and comprehensive public consultation with various stakeholders.

This decision marks a significant development in the application of Australia's competition law to digital platforms.

Our monthly ESG bulletin provides a targeted snapshot of key developments we see as reflecting the "must know" trends in the Australian market.

Internal fraud is often hidden in plain sight. It is slow-moving, difficult to detect and frequently enabled by outdated controls or a complacent workplace culture.

In this episode of the Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer 'Tax Bites' podcast, host Toby Eggleston alongside Professor Graham Cooper and fellow partner Ryan Leslie, explore the complexities...

The Early-Stage Venture Capital Limited Partnership (ESVCLP) regime was introduced in 2007 to stimulate the early-stage venture capital sector in Australia.

Key issues to consider when calculating the financial terms of your capital raise as a startup founder.

Family discretionary trusts are a common way to preserve wealth, protect assets and ensure they are passed down to lineal descendants.

Understanding director obligations and acting swiftly can make all the difference.

Inconspicuous loan account hiding in the balance sheet can have significant ramifications on your client if the company requires insolvency assistance.