Companies exist in a very complex legal environment and are surrounded various, often competing rights and responsibilities.  Companies, directors and shareholders need to be aware of the nature and extent of these rights and responsibilities in order to effectively navigate the sometimes treacherous waters of good corporate governance.

Companies and their directors have significant obligations imposed upon them by virtue of the provisions of the Corporations Act, other relevant State and Federal legislation and the Common Law. Our knowledge and expertise in this area enables us to provide our clients with strategic advice in relation to all aspects of corporate governance and the general day to day activities of companies, including:

• Duties of directors
• Rights of members
• Declaration and payment of dividends
• Fundraising
• Corporate solvency