Hall & Wilcox

How should ASX-listed entities handle continuous disclosure when faced with a cyber incident? John Hutchinson, Eden Winokur and Michelle Eastwell delve into the latest ASX Guidance Note 8 and explore the complexities of managing disclosure during a cyberattack. They also discuss the Australian Cyber Security Bill, focusing on ransom payment notifications. If you’re a director or executive, this episode is packed with crucial information to help you navigate cyber risks and evolving disclosure obligations effectively. 🎧Tune in on Spotify: https://lnkd.in/gassgYVF 🎧Tune in on Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/gV4yDd-q #continuousdisclosure #cyber #ransomware 

‘What’s going on? What’s going to happen to me? What’s my life going to be?’ were all questions that ran through the mind of Alex Noble, a paralegal in our Sydney statutory insurance team, when an on-field rugby injury left him fighting for his life in ICU at just 16. Following a four-day coma and a diagnosis of C4 quadriplegia, Alex’s first words were to his brother Zac, who was considering not sitting his year 12 exams because of his fear and worry about Alex: ‘If I fight, you fight.’ These words became a war cry as Alex’s community rallied around him, watching in awe as he fought to defy his diagnosis.   In a wide-ranging conversation with partner Leigh Parker, organised by our Diversity, Inclusion & Wellbeing team, Alex shared his inspirational story. From learning to breathe again to travelling the world, starting his own business to skydiving, his story is about the power of mastering your own mind, finding happiness and taking risks to achieve your goals – no matter how out of reach they may seem. He shared his philosophy for finding happiness and peace, and ‘The Noble Way’, a term he coined for reaching your true potential.   Thank you Alex for sharing your unforgettable and inspiring journey.   You can read more about Alex’s story in his book: ‘I Fight, You Fight’: https://lnkd.in/gcaxiFRe   #IFightYouFight #TheNobleWay #HWPeople

Well done to partners Frank Hinoporos and Michael Parker, who’ve been recognised in this year’s Doyle's Guide for their expertise in tax law. Our Victorian tax team was also recognised.   Australia’s tax system is highly complex, and our tax practice has been a leader for over 30 years, helping clients navigate the most intricate domestic and international tax challenges. Our lawyers are known for their technical excellence and commercial judgment, assisting high-wealth family groups, private businesses and corporate clients with their most critical tax risks, disputes and litigation. Find out how we can help you with your tax matters: https://lnkd.in/g7wNAb9s   #taxation #taxlaw #auslaw

To kick off our Spotlight on Construction event series, we hosted a boardroom lunch with economist Lee Cikuts, who shared valuable insights on the economic outlook for Australia and its impact on the construction industry. Our construction leaders joined the discussion, exploring key drivers shaping the sector in 2024 and beyond. It was a fantastic opportunity to reflect on the current commercial framework and consider the challenges and opportunities ahead.   We’ll continue to explore the latest issues and developments impacting the sector in webinars next week. Register now to join the conversation: https://lnkd.in/g2Jk9WPS   #spotlightonconstruction #economy #legalinsights

How Australia’s philanthropic sector has grown, and the joy that impactful giving can bring to people, were some of the issues explored at our special Family Office networking evening in Melbourne. Partner Frank Hinoporos reflected on how philanthropy offers people a canvas to express their values. Partner Emma Woolley chaired an insightful and wide-ranging discussion with generosity and life legacy adviser Peter Winneke and Australian Communities Foundation Directory of Engagement & Advisory Olivia Clark-Moffatt. Peter spoke about the importance of philanthropic role models and how to strengthen the culture of giving in Australia. Olivia spoke about how advisers can help people start a values-based conversation about what legacy they want to leave, and how the ACF has found that sharing stories of giving sparks joy and inspiration in others. Thank you to everyone for attending and our guests for their generous insights. If you would like to learn more about philanthropy, tune in to our recent ‘Becoming a philanthropist’ podcast: https://lnkd.in/esYagR6i #philanthropy #charitablegiving #familyoffice  

High-risk customers and politically exposed persons (PEPs) can pose risks for businesses under AML/CTF (anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing) rules. In our latest podcast episode, Langton Clarke and Andrew Ong discuss the risks, whether or not a business should choose to onboard a high-risk customer and why an AML/CTF program should be specifically tailored to a business and its risk appetite. 🎧 Tune in on Spotify: https://lnkd.in/gNUhBiYP 🎧 Tune in on Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/gH3Y9YDf #AMLCTF #risk #podcast

John Hutchinson is joined by Deborah Chew and Christopher Wright to unpack the complexities of listed companies obtaining shareholder approval to issue equity securities. They delve into when shareholder approval is required, key capital-raising strategies and how the Corporations Act and ASX listing rules come into play. If you’re preparing for a capital raise, this episode will keep you informed on when and why shareholder approval may be required. 🎧 Tune in on Spotify: https://lnkd.in/gxzfmKat 🎧 Tune in on Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/gAzV-J-t #shareholderapproval #capitalraising #asx

As a proud silver partner of The Pinnacle Foundation, we enjoyed hosting the latest LGBTQIA+ Interfirm networking evening in our Sydney office. 🌈💜💚🏳️⚧️🏳️🌈 Our guest speaker Andrew Staite, CEO & MD of The Pinnacle Foundation, provided an update on their programs and shared the importance of visible LGBTIQA+ role models. Partner Leigh Parker welcomed our guests and opened the night up for networking. We appreciate the regular opportunities to connect with LGBTQIA+ peers and allies in the professional services industry through the Interfirm Network and the supportive friendships we have made through these events. The Pinnacle Foundation is a not-for-profit organisation that provides scholarships and carefully matched mentors to young LGBTQIA+ Australians to help them overcome challenges arising from how they identify and to achieve educational and vocational qualifications in their chosen field.  #LGBTQIA+ #rolemodels #HWEvent

National Carers Week is an opportunity to raise awareness about carers, who provide a hugely important benefit to our community through their unpaid care and support to family members and friends. We hosted, in conjunction with Women's Agenda and Carers Australia, a special carers breakfast in our Melbourne office, featuring a powerful keynote speech from Social Services Minister Amanda Rishworth. Partner Anastasia Coutsouvelis hosted a panellist discussion featuring Maryam Zahid, Mel Spencer, Dennis Sharples and Jacqueline de Mamiel, and Carers Australia CEO Annabel Reid provided closing remarks. #carers #HWEvent #NationalCarersWeek

Well done to Chris Brown and Ed Paton who’ve been recognised in this year’s Doyle’s Guide for Business & Commercial Law. Congratulations also to our Victorian team, who were recognised for Corporate Law expertise. We provide strategic and commercially focused legal advice to our clients across the full range of transactions, commercial contracts, compliance matters and commercial disputes. Learn more about our Corporate team: https://lnkd.in/gxexPQ9e #corporatelaw #businesslaw #auslaw