45 articles found in Australia

Moving a child overseas without written consent from the other parent or a court order is international child abduction. The Hague Convention is a legal framework that returns abducted children...

Strict director liability: Directors of Australian subsidiaries face personal liability under the Corporations Act 2001 if they fail to manage foreseeable climate and governance risks. Mandatory disclosures: Australia is phasing...

Draft cross-border IT contracts with clear dispute resolution, governing law, and jurisdiction clauses explicitly aligned with Australian standards. Issue formal breach notices strictly adhering to the contract's prescribed timeline and...

Foreign acquisitions of Australian technology businesses usually require mandatory notification to the Foreign Investment Review Board (FIRB). This applies particularly to companies handling critical data or infrastructure. The standard statutory...

Key Takeaways Setting up an Australian subsidiary requires strict compliance with local corporate law, particularly directorship mandates and tax registrations. Planning your corporate governance structure early prevents compliance failures and...

Foreign B2B SaaS vendors must comply with the Australian Consumer Law (ACL) because businesses purchasing services under $100,000 AUD are legally classified as consumers. Unfair contract terms in standard form...

Australia FIRB Approvals: Navigating 2026 Investment Rules Key Takeaways Australia's foreign investment framework has evolved into one of the most rigorous regulatory regimes globally. As of 2026, the Foreign Investment...

FIRB Approval Timelines for Foreign M&A in Australia The statutory FIRB review period is 30 days, but routine extensions for standard M&A deals often push actual timelines to 60 or...

Key Takeaways Operating a multinational corporation in Australia requires strict adherence to the Competition and Consumer Act 2010. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) aggressively enforces these regulations against...

Key Takeaways Merger control in Australia operates under a voluntary framework overseen by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC). Selecting the appropriate clearance pathway helps foreign acquirers manage parallel...

Registering an Australian Subsidiary: Regulatory FAQ for Tech Firms Regulatory Body: Foreign tech companies must register their subsidiary with the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), typically as a Proprietary...

Governing Law Dictates the Path: Your contract's jurisdiction clause determines whether Australian state courts, federal courts, or international arbitration bodies will hear the dispute. Mandatory Pre-Action Steps: Australian courts require...

Australian Consumer Law protections frequently apply to business-to-business contracts, exposing foreign companies to strict regulations regarding unfair contract terms. The "loser pays" system in Australian courts means unsuccessful litigants generally...

Key Takeaways The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) aggressively pursues multinational technology companies for anti-competitive behavior, operating with broad investigatory powers. When your firm faces an antitrust inquiry in...

Australia recognizes "International Wills" under the UNIDROIT Convention, simplifying the probate process for assets held in multiple countries. Australians living abroad may need separate wills for different jurisdictions to avoid...

Mandatory Approval: Most foreign entities must obtain written approval from the Treasurer via FIRB before acquiring interests in Australian commercial real estate or sensitive businesses. National Interest Test: Decisions are...

International skilled workers in Australia are entitled to the same minimum wage and National Employment Standards (NES) as Australian citizens, regardless of their visa subclass. Reporting workplace exploitation to the...

You can divorce in Australia even if you married overseas, provided at least one spouse is an Australian citizen, a permanent resident, or has lived in Australia for the preceding...

You must submit unfair dismissal claims to the Fair Work Commission within 21 days of your termination date. Employees have a legal right to request flexible or remote work arrangements...

Superannuation is not automatically part of your estate and requires a Binding Death Benefit Nomination (BDBN) to ensure it reaches your intended heirs. Digital or "informal" wills are legally risky...