The Trusts Act 2025 (Qld) (Act) commences today, repealing and replacing the Trusts Act 1973 (Qld) legislation that had governed Queensland trusts for more than 50 years. The new Act gives effect to long-awaited reforms recommended…
What to Do If You Receive a Concerns Notice Under the Defamation Act (Qld)
Receiving a Concerns Notice under the Defamation Act 2005 (Qld) can be daunting, particularly if you are unfamiliar with your rights and obligations. A Concerns Notice is a formal notification from a person or entity claiming…
Unreasonable Director-Related Transactions – What You Need to Know
When a company enters liquidation, the conduct of its directors and the transactions they authorised come under scrutiny. One of the most significant tools available to liquidators is the ability to unwind an unreasonable director-related transaction…
De Facto Director vs Shadow Director: Understanding the Difference
In modern corporate governance, influence does not always follow title. Individuals who informally step into a leadership role or who exert control from behind the scenes may find themselves treated as directors at law, even if…
Family Provision Applications in Queensland: Who Can Claim and How the Process Works
The death of a loved one can bring not only grief, but also financial uncertainty—particularly where a Will fails to make adequate provision for certain family members or dependants. In Queensland, the law recognises that in…