In this article, Rocco Russo and Ellie Geurts discuss how business sales are often fertile ground for allegations of Australian Consumer Law contraventions, and that it will take more than a misleading statement for a court to grant relief. Analysing a recent Queensland Court of Appeal case, they highlight the importance for buyers to actively engage in the due diligence process, verify any representations made by the sellers, and carefully assess the accuracy of critical information.
Cooper Grace Ward
Legal Services
Brisbane, Queensland 6,649 followers
Full-service law firm specialising in corporate and commercial, property, business litigation, insurance and family law.
About us
Cooper Grace Ward Lawyers is one of Queensland’s largest independent law firms, servicing clients with a local, national and international presence. With more than 20 partners and 200 team members, we provide a comprehensive range of commercially focused legal services in areas including commercial, litigation and dispute resolution, insurance, property and family law. We have an exceptional team culture that helps us develop strong client relationships, better understand our clients’ businesses, and deliver outcomes that align with our clients’ needs. Cooper Grace Ward Lawyers has an excellent reputation in the legal and business market place. We are committed to our clients’ success and our team members, which has resulted in many nationally recognised awards including: • Finalist - Australian Law Awards - Property Team of the Year 2020 • Finalist - Australian Law Awards - Banking & Finance Team of the Year 2020 • Finalist - Australian Law Awards - Commercial Team of the Year 2020 • Finalist - Australian Law Awards - Employee of Choice 2020 • Winner – HRD Employer of Choice Award 2020 • Finalist - Best Law & Related Services Firm - Client Choice Awards 2020 • Finalist - Law Firm Leader of the Year - Australasian Law Awards 2020 • Finalist - State/Regional Firm of the Year - Australasian Law Awards 2020 • Recognised - Diversity Council of Australia Inclusive Employer 2019-2020 • Winner - Human Resource Director Magazine - Bronze Employer of Choice Award 2019 • Top performer - Human Resource Director Magazine - Diversity & Inclusion Award 2019 • Finalist – Australian Law Awards– Employer of Choice & Wellness Advocate of the Year 2019 • Bronze – HRD Employer of the Year 2019 • Winner – Australasian Law Awards Employee Health and Wellbeing 2018 • Finalist – Financial Review Client Choice Awards Best Law Firm 2019 • Finalist – Australasian Law Awards - State Law Firm of the Year, Excellence in Employee Health and Wellbeing, Law Firm Leader of the Year 2019.
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http://www.cgw.com.au
External link for Cooper Grace Ward
- Industry
- Legal Services
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- Brisbane, Queensland
- Type
- Partnership
- Founded
- 1980
- Specialties
- Corporate & commercial law, Insolvency, reconstruction & debt recovery, Insurance, Litigation & dispute resolution, Workplace relations & safety, Property, planning & environment, Estate planning, Transport & logistics, Family law, Customs, and Tax & superannuation
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Level 21, 400 George Street
Brisbane, Queensland 4000, AU
Employees at Cooper Grace Ward
Updates
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In this episode of TaxLand, Fletch Heinemann and Sarah Lancaster discuss tax issues for deceased estates and testamentary trusts, including the Commissioner’s discretion to tax testamentary trusts and deceased estates under section 99 rather than section 99A. Travel to TaxLand with us via Spotify https://spoti.fi/3WGfYDk, Apple Podcasts https://apple.co/3wIRAq3, or the CGW website https://bit.ly/3UKaZPH to learn more.
Podcast: TaxLand with Fletch and Sarah – 2024 tax time – tax issues for testamentary trusts and deceased estates - Cooper Grace Ward
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In this episode of the 'Coffee with CGW' podcast, join us for a coffee chat with workplace relations and safety partner Belinda Winter and private client partner Scott Hay-Bartlem. Their candid conversation delves into Belinda's background, explores her life outside CGW, and discusses what gets her excited about her work. Listen now via Spotify: https://spoti.fi/44NPySo, Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/44HUqs7, or the CGW website: https://bit.ly/4dE57Qs
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In this edition of It depends, associate Sacha Robinson talks about what happens to the assets in your discretionary trust when you die.
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We are excited to announce that Cooper Grace Ward has been awarded Best SMSF Documentation Provider at the 2024 Australian Wealth Management Awards (AWMA). A total of 25 winners were selected from 228 finalists across every sector of the wealth management industry, including asset management, financial advice, advice technology, superannuation and SMSF services. CGW secured the top spot in the category: Best SMSF Documentation Provider, positioning us alongside industry giants such as Colonial First State, Vanguard and the Australian Retirement Trust, who won their respective categories. Our thanks go to Momentum Media and the panel of judges for this remarkable recognition. It is a privilege to be acknowledged among the best and brightest in Australia and to highlight our dedication to delivering top-tier SMSF services to our clients and our commitment to supporting this vital engine within the Australian economy. Congratulations to CGW partners Scott Hay-Bartlem, Clinton Jackson, Hayley Mitchell and their team for this fantastic achievement! Learn more here.
Cooper Grace Ward wins Best SMSF Documentation Provider Award at the 2024 Australian Wealth Management Awards. - Cooper Grace Ward
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In this article, Carly Ashwood and Adam Jamieson discuss the significant shift in the administration of Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) categories, with the ATO now overseeing all DGR endorsements. This change aims to streamline the application process and provide consistency across categories. Read more to learn what categories are impacted and to understand how these changes may affect your organisation.
All Deductible Gift Recipient categories now administered by the ATO - Cooper Grace Ward
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In the following article, Leanne O'Neill O’Neill discusses the common misconception among landholders that a bushfire management plan is discretionary, and the significant risk that neglecting these obligations can put on you and your business. Read more to learn how to mitigate this risk, and what we can do to help.
Igniting success through bushfire managements plans - why you should have one - Cooper Grace Ward
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Cooper Grace Ward is delighted to announce that partner Miranda Klibbe has been named as a finalist in the 2024 Lawyers Weekly Partner of the Year Awards for Dispute Resolution. The Partner of the Year Awards is a platform that celebrates professionals who are leading the way in the legal industry through innovation, performance and culture. We believe Miranda embodies these qualities impeccably. Congratulations to Miranda on this recognition of her many achievements! Read more here:
Miranda Klibbe finalist in 2024 Partner of the Year Awards for Dispute Resolution - Cooper Grace Ward
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In this episode of TaxLand with Fletch and Sarah, we travel through the rocky terrain of what constitutes an ‘ordinary family or commercial dealing’ and five negatives in section 100A. Are your distributions to adult children at university or retired grandparents going to stand up to scrutiny? Travel to TaxLand with us via Spotify https://spoti.fi/3UgBuvI, Apple Podcasts https://apple.co/3WnOrGS, or the CGW website https://bit.ly/4bfERde to learn more.
12. 2024 tax time – are trust distributions to your adult kids subject to section 100A?
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In this episode of the 'Coffee with CGW' podcast, join us for a coffee chat with corporate advisory partner Andrew Corkhill and private clients partner Scott Hay-Bartlem. Their candid conversation delves into Andrew's background and home life, and discusses what gets him excited about his work. Tune in now via our website: https://bit.ly/4aVVevO, Spotify: https://spoti.fi/49T85gY or Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/49Y3SIM