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Company Directors’ Duty to Avoid Conflicts of Interest
Company directors have a legal obligation to avoid conflicts of interest. Identifying and managing potential conflicts is essential for all company directors. When a conflict exists, a company director should seek professional advice from an experienced legal advisor....
Understanding Drag Along & Tag Along Rights in Shareholder Agreements
A drag along tag along shareholder agreement is an essential part of structuring a company’s ownership and protecting shareholders’ interests. These provisions help define the rights and obligations of both majority and minority shareholders, especially when shares...
Beyond the Basic Will: When You Need a More Complex Estate Plan
A Will is one of the most important documents you will ever sign. For many Australians, a simple Will, leaving everything outright to a spouse or dividing it equally among the children does the job adequately. It provides clarity and avoids the uncertainty of dying...
What are Letters of Administration WA?
Dealing with the loss of a loved one is never easy, and managing the estate can feel overwhelming. This is especially true when someone dies without leaving a Will, a situation known as dying "intestate.” In these cases, a court may grant "letters of administration"...
What happens when a contract is breached?
Contracts are a common tool used throughout our lives to create legal relationships between parties to define what actions people will take. If you have entered a contract with another party, you are obligated to abide by the terms and conditions of the contract. Any...