Business Law

Develop essential skills in collaboration, scoping, planning, scheduling, resourcing, and costing so you can improve your practice’s efficiency, stability and growth. In this in-depth, 3-hour session, global leader Therese Linton will share the secrets of 35 years’ experience as a project delivery expert and academic so you can master the management of your legal projects in today’s challenging environment. WEB233N57Z

Prepare to revolutionize your legal practice as you gain invaluable insights and practical tools that can be immediately applied to real-world scenarios. Jeffrey Goldberger's expertise will be your guiding light, backed by a wealth of real-world examples, precedents, and comprehensive analysis. Don't miss this exclusive opportunity to join Jeffrey Goldberger once again and acquire an expert perspective that will elevate your understanding of contract law to unprecedented heights. 2311N30

Say goodbye to your everyday struggles and unlock a world of possibilities with our shareholder agreements intensive. Acquire essential insights into skilled drafting, valuation methodologies, exit mechanism implications, and succession strategies for shareholders. Explore the intricacies of dispute resolution within shareholder agreements and utilise the experts experience to form iron-clad agreements for your clients. WEB2310V01Z

Amendments to the Unfair Contracts legislation commence on 9 November. Breaches may cost up to $50 million, so the time to act is now. With the new regime changing how contracts are prepared, negotiated and enforced, will your standard form agreements be ready? The ACCC's expanded authority makes it simpler to assert contractual protection, with non-compliance leading to heightened penalties. You have $50 million reasons to join this discussion taking place ahead of the November roll out. WEB2310N02Z.

In the pursuit of business growth, looking beyond internal strategies is crucial. Explore the transformative potential of strategic agreements, deftly identify growth opportunities whilst also avoiding the risks associated with poor drafting. Position yours or your client’s business for success and gain the required insights into what can make or break an agreement. Lastly, examine how inappropriate clauses can lead to disastrous outcomes if not handled appropriately. WEB2311W10Z

Join us on this webinar to hear a practical update from accomplished parliamentary speakers. Learn how Parliamentary Privilege can affect admissibility of evidence in legal proceedings and ways you might have to control this, the mechanics of how public inquiries are conducted by Parliamentary Committees, executive accountability to Parliament and associated practical problems with this, and lastly the process and limits of subordinated legislation and parliamentary control over this. WEB2311N02Z

Timely seminar for lawyers on mortgage disputes, responsible lending, hardship applications, enforcement actions and collections in the current environment. Understand what defences are available against mortgage enforcements, including different methods for avoid liability and remedies under the Contracts Review Act, National Consumer Credit Code, and Australian Consumer Law. Essential viewing for lawyers assisting clients. WEB2311N05Z

Prevent lengthy and costly battles that strain relationships and budgets. Our exclusive Masterclass delves into critical subjects like liability limits, indemnity clauses, termination dilemmas, how to avoid unfairness, good faith obligations, certainty and procedural consequences of agreeing to ADR before arbitration & more. Guided by renowned authorities in Australian contract law, you'll gain practical tools and insights to enhance your strategies, safeguarding against costly mistakes. 243N05

A trust is a common tool for advancing business objectives, investment planning and organising financial affairs. For a trust to effectively serve its purpose, lawyers must consider a plethora of factors impacting trustee resolutions and beneficiary decisions. Do not miss this gathering of legal experts and the opportunity to enhance your expertise. Join them as they unpack potential risks, discuss legislative treatments of financial agreements, and explore tax implications of trust entities. 243N06

Explore the complexities of foreign ownership in Australian assets. Delve into the new Register of Ownership of Australian Assets to understand what transactions are within the scope of the new register, examine the difficulties with private equity funds for foreign investors, and review considerations around Notifiable National Security Actions. WEB242N11Z

Here it is! Welcome back! By popular demand, we have top-notch experts ready to share the latest updates right here on the stunning Gold Coast. Our program is designed to keep you up-to-date in essential practice areas, ensuring you meet all your CPD requirements, including the mandatory units, in a single day. Join us for a day of convenience and 12 knowledge-packed sessions – it's going to be an outstanding day! 243Q10

Maximise your final opportunity to accumulate CPD points for the year by attending a session led by a panel of experts. They will provide you with the essential knowledge and skills required to enhance your professional expertise. This program includes 11 carefully selected topics that address key aspects of the legal landscape in 2024. In just one information-packed day, you can gain all the CPD points you need and reinforce your practice. 243Q28

Led by esteemed experts Dirk Feinauer and Richard Douglas, with David Vilensky facilitating, this masterclass simplifies complex concepts into three main parts for you: how to think about a contract, what happens when you have a disagreement about your agreement, and strategies for challenging negotiations. Get contracts right. Join us for a special chance to learn from experts and provide the most up-to-date results for your clients. 243W15

An unmissable opportunity to hear from matter experts as they roll up the latest developments in franchising law over the past year, including the Treasury’s 2023 review of the Code of Conduct. Whether you represent the franchisors or the franchisees, this seminar will uncover the best practice for navigating risks, dealing with unfair contract terms, and overcoming legal and regulatory issues affecting the business operations in the franchising system. WEB243N51Z

This is your opportunity to gain all your CPD points all in one Saturday so you don’t miss a day out of your busy week. Featuring pre-eminent and leading silks, barristers and solicitors, you will hear the key updates across the main practice areas and all your CPD points, including ethics, professional skills & practice management for all Lawyers. WEB243V15Z

This is it! Your last chance to square away your CPD points before the March 31st deadline! Don't fret if you've left it to the last minute – we've got you covered. Join us for an intensive, one-day CPD marathon covering 10 crucial areas of law, from ethics and professional skills to practice management. Secure your spot now before it's too late and ensure you're fully compliant by the deadline. 243W04 

Want to make CPD easy this year? Then look no further. Attend the whole day live in Canberra and then choose your core competency session from our extensive list of online programs. The 10 CPD Points Bundle is specifically tailored for you with exceptional local experience and expertise in a variety of areas of law. Unpack the current concerns in estates law, family, property and commercial law. Plus, gain an update in contracts, consumer and employment law developments. 242C02

Have you left your CPD points to the last minute? Not an issue, we have you covered. 12 areas of law and 10 hours of CPD all in one day including the mandated core areas. You will be updated on the current issues no matter what walks through the door plus be CPD compliant. All facilitated by absolute experts in their areas of law. Attend the whole day or just the session that you need. 243V29

Join us for an insightful practical workshop, covering essential topics such as structuring entities, governance and financing. Discover effective strategies for shareholder entry and exit, including non-compete and confidentiality considerations as well as statutory remedies and the practicalities of enforcing shareholder agreements where there is a dispute. Gain valuable insights on valuation issues and appropriate valuations to include in shareholder agreements. 243N38

Get real life examples and practical tips and traps. Hear about the new proposed legislative reforms to the PPS Act and gain comprehensive insights into how you can avoid PPSR registration mistakes. Learn how to navigate priority issues and remove and release PPS interests where necessary. Walk away with real life examples in a workshop-style session, learn how to effectively identify and safeguard your clients from potential PPSA security interest losses. 243N66