by Mathew McDonough | Oct 2, 2026 | Tax Law
Receiving a Director Penalty Notice from the ATO is a serious matter, but it does not automatically mean you are out of options. Many directors served with a DPN accept personal liability without ever exploring the statutory defences that could reduce or entirely...
by Chris Garlick | Jun 10, 2026 | Tax Law
ATO Tax Disputes Lawyer Australia: When to Add Tax Counsel to the Client’s Advisory Team Many Australians first seek help from an accountant when they receive correspondence from the Australian Taxation Office (ATO). In many situations, that is entirely appropriate....
by Chris Garlick | Jun 1, 2026 | Tax Law
Australia’s Proposed Capital Gains Tax Changes: Why Wealthy Families Should Review Their Structures Now The recent debate surrounding proposed Capital Gains Tax (CGT) reforms has caused many investors, business owners, family groups and high-net-worth individuals to...
by Chris Garlick | Jun 1, 2026 | Tax Law
10 Tax Traps That Could Cost Australians Thousands of Dollars Most people do not set out to make tax mistakes. Unfortunately, many Australians unknowingly walk into tax traps that can lead to audits, disputes, penalties, interest charges, and lengthy legal battles....
by Chris Garlick | May 19, 2026 | Tax Law
When Mum or Dad Dies… Why Does the Tax Office Want a Piece of the Super? Most Australians spend their entire working lives building wealth inside superannuation. They are encouraged to make concessional contributions, salary sacrifice more income, and maximise their...
