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Debunking the myths: Minority Shareholder Rights

Australia’s corporate law has traditionally emphasised majority rule, often leaving minority shareholders with little influence or control over the operations of a company.  In ...

In today’s fast-paced business world, disputes between shareholders, partners and joint ventures are on the rise.

In this video Principal Michael McDonnell delves into:

• • the growing trend of ...
    
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Our Managing Director Karl Hill was in Mackay recently to award this year’s Hill Family Scholarship. Worth $5000, the scholarship is designed to support a student with exceptional potential and ...

The Queensland Law Society has recognised Brisbane law firm Results Legal as the 2024 Employer of Choice this week for its commitment to nurturing young lawyers, diversity and inclusion initiatives ...

Opening on 1 October, our Sydney office will allow us to better service our growing client base across Sydney and New South Wales.

Senior Associate, Charlotte Evans, has taken ...

In this video, Karl Hill, Managing Director at Results Legal, explores significant market and industry trends impacting our clients in key practice areas.

Key highlights include:

• The ATO’s intensified ...
  
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​The reverberations of Australia’s updated unfair contract terms regime, implemented on 9 November 2023, continue to be felt across the business community.

Since implementation, businesses and credit professionals have been ...

The reverberations of Australia’s updated unfair contract terms regime, implemented on 9 November 2023, continue to be felt across the business community.

Since implementation, businesses and credit professionals have been ...

Results Legal is delighted to announce the promotion of 10 outstanding professionals across its legal and administration teams in its latest round of advancements.

The number of promotions this round ...

Recently, we’ve seen an increase in activity in the three following areas impacting SMEs, executives and business owners:

• • disputes between shareholders and family-owned businesses;
  • instances ...
    
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Whether negotiating settlements, litigating disputes, or providing specialist advice, helping clients navigate challenging times is what our commercial litigation team do best.

We aim to give peace of mind to ...

The increased use of the Unfair Contract Terms Regime as a defence in legal claims during debt recovery is not a coincidence. It’s a result of economic growth softening, the ...

Following a slowdown due to COVID-19, the ATO is now actively pursuing legal action by way of winding up applications and the registration of credit defaults leading to more insolvency ...

In this video update, Rob Shepley, Principal at Results Legal and head of the Commercial Division, shared insights on the firm’s recent efforts to help clients navigate different facets of ...

In July 2023, the ATO implemented changes concerning the disclosure of tax debts, especially those exceeding $100,000, to credit reporting agencies.

By the end of the 2023-24 fiscal year, the ...

In a recent legal battle at the County Court of Victoria, an international vehicle parts manufacturer faced a significant challenge: recovering a substantial debt of $1.3 m from an Australian ...

The first quarter of 2024 has continued to be a time of uncertainty in the commercial landscape.

It is important for professionals, advisors, and business leaders to stay informed and ...

A potential $4 million liability looming on the horizon would be nothing short of stressful for any business. After all, the likelihood of bankruptcy or significant layoffs to pay such ...

When running a business, trust is paramount.

Unfortunately, our clients found out the hard way that a director in their company had been misusing company funds to the tune of ...

Tailored and well-structured standard form contracts are the bedrock of robust commercial relationships, for both business and consumer relationships. They provide clarity for all parties and ensure businesses are compliant ...

In this video, Results Legal Manging Director Karl Hill discusses what we’re seeing in the trade credit and debt recovery sector in more detail.

Our goal is to assist credit ...

Results Legal proudly announces the promotion of Special Counsel Robert Shepley to Principal, effective January 1st, 2024.

Head of the firm’s commercial division, Rob is a seasoned corporate and commercial ...

As the changes to the Unfair Contract Terms Regime have now come into effect, many of our clients have been seeking clarification on what this means for their businesses.

With ...

Our primary goal is to achieve better commercial outcomes for our clients.

With that in mind, we’re proud to announce the appointment of Special Counsel Robert Shepley who has joined ...

From 9 November 2023, the amended Unfair Contract Terms Regime is in effect.

 It is crucial for Australian businesses and their legal teams to be fully aware of ...

A dedicated student from Mackay State High School was today announced as the recipient of the 2024 Hill Family Scholarship. Valued at $5,000, the scholarship provides vital financial support to ...

The current market is challenging and the effects on businesses from COVID are still playing out.

In a recent video, Managing Director Karl Hill provides valuable insights into the market ...

We have been working with the team at Atradius Collections since 2011. Over the past 5 years, Atradius has gradually consolidated its legal work, with Results Legal becoming the primary ...

With the introduction of Unfair Contract Terms Regime on November 9th, it is more important than ...

When it comes to trade credit, it’s crucial to have a reliable and trustworthy legal partner who can offer sound advice.

We asked Maria Schandl, the National Credit Manager for ...

This session was presented at a seminar titled “Unfair Contract Terms ...

From 9 November, 2023, sweeping reforms of the unfair contract terms regime will commence.
This checklist aims to help you assess your standard form contracts and identify any terms that ...

In what we regard as onerous and punitive reforms, the new unfair contract terms law (UCT) coming into effect on 9 November this year will affect thousands of businesses’ standard ...

We recently celebrated our 15-year milestone with the launch of a new brand and website.

This short video provides context to our new brand and the meaning behind our ...

Onerous and punishing – the new unfair contract terms regime will affect thousands of businesses standard form of contracts.

Is your business prepared for the changes? 

Join us at 12pm ...