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…
Director Penalty Notices (DPN’s) and NILA: What Queensland Directors Need to Know
Company Directors have significant obligations and responsibilities required on them under Queensland law. Part of these responsibilities is ensuring that the company’s goods and services tax (GST), withholding tax and superannuation guarantee charges are paid correctly…
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…
Executor Disputes in Queensland: When Estate Administration Goes Wrong
The role of an executor carries significant legal responsibility. In Queensland, executors are subject to strict statutory and fiduciary duties, and failure to comply can result in court intervention, personal liability, and removal from office. Executor…