Dispute Resolution & Litigation

Introduction Following the Federal Court of Australia’s judgment in the Equality Australia case, the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) has released an updated Commissioner’s Interpretation Statement on Public Benevolent

Introduction For any not-for-profit (NFP) or religious institution, facing insolvency presents a unique and complex set of challenges that differ significantly from those in the commercial sector. The duties that

Introduction For any charity, holding Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) endorsement from the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) is crucial for securing donations. This status allows an organisation to receive a deductible

Introduction Charities dissatisfied with a decision made by the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) have a formal pathway for reviews and appeals under the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission

Introduction The Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) is increasing its scrutiny of the not-for-profit sector, with a rise in public concerns leading to more formal ACNC investigations. For any

Introduction A charitable bequest included in a will represents a vital source of funding that allows a charity to fulfil its long-term mission. However, these essential gifts are often at

Introduction Fraud presents a serious threat to the mission and reputation of any charity, often resulting in misappropriated funds and the erosion of public trust. When such financial abuse occurs,

Introduction Not-for-profit organisations, including charities and incorporated associations, have a core obligation to be accountable to their members, which often includes providing access to information. However, this duty of transparency

Introduction Internal disputes are an unfortunate reality for any incorporated association and can arise between a member and the committee or among members themselves. When left unresolved, these conflicts can