Insolvency & Reconstruction| 25 Sep 2020
The temporary safe harbour introduced by the Federal Government is not a panacea for directors of distressed businesses. It may be time to act now.
Thinking| 19 May 2020
In the recent High Court decision of ASIC v King, Justices Nettle and Gordon observed that 'there is substantial room for people outside the boardroom to have a significant effect on a corporation'. In this update, we consider whether a ...
Insolvency & Reconstruction| 11 May 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic has created practical challenges for voluntary administrators. In this article, we review a number of recent decisions which highlight the flexibility within the voluntary administration regime, and the court’s approach in aiding voluntary administrators during their ...
Corporate Governance| 07 Apr 2020
The impact of COVID-19 on businesses will undoubtedly require directors to consider formal restructuring and insolvency options, including the appointment of administrators. In this article, our Dispute Resolution team considers the scope and limitations of both options being discussed – proposing ...
Insolvency & Restructuring| 05 Dec 2019