Underwriting Agencies Council | Business Law 101 webinar series 2024
In partnership with the Underwriting Agencies Council, we are bringing relevant legal educational webinars to you. Our experts will discuss a range of topics including, key tax and legal issues when selling a financial services business, obligations of AFS licensees, how does the UCT regime apply to insurance contracts and much more.
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Tuesday 16 April
In this session, Chris Brown and Lydia Liu from Nexia discussed the major legal, financial and tax challenges you might face when selling your business or a significant stake.
The transition of ownership of a company involves intricate legal, tax, and accounting considerations that necessitate careful navigation. In this presentation, we explored practical insights into crafting effective succession solutions. From structuring legal frameworks to understanding tax implications and accounting intricacies, we aim to equip you with the knowledge needed for a seamless ownership transition.
Tuesday 18 June
In this session, Frank Hinoporos will outline some key tax and legal ‘fitness’ issues when selling, or buying, a financial services business, including:
- Getting ready for the deal, including pre-sale restructuring;
- Key capital gains tax considerations;
- Dealing with earn-out and other deferred consideration arrangements;
- Tax risk governance and management, including key ATO focus areas.
Tuesday 13 August
In this session, Philip Hopley and Jacob Uljans will provide a summary reminder of the obligations that AFS licensees and representatives have to identify and lodge reportable situation reports, and then move on to explain how they can best manage and respond to any inquiries and investigations by ASIC that involve them.
Tuesday 29 October
This session will focus on the application of the unfair contract terms regime to insurance contracts and general commercial contracts. With contraventions of the unfair contract terms prohibitions now subject to penalties, organisations at all levels are closely considering the terms of their of standard form contracts.
Philip Hopley and Suzie Leask, will summarise the legislative regime and provide an update on the most recent guidance from the ACCC, ASIC and the courts in this area.
Tuesday 10 December
In this session, Clare Kerley will focus on how business need to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of workplace law in the wake of government reforms. As we strive to adapt to the dynamics of a modern workplace, it’s crucial to understand the recent legal developments that shape our professional environments.
From remote work policies to inclusivity measures, join us in unravelling the implications of these reforms and discovering how they influence our journey in the contemporary work landscape.