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Not for Profit Organisations

Not for Profit Organisations

We know Not for Profit Organisations

We have a strong presence in the area of not for profit organisations and providing the best legal advice in this area requires specialised knowledge and experience.

Our team has this specialised knowledge and experience having acted for not for profit organisations throughout Australia for over 20 years. In particular, this includes acting for various indigenous organisations in NSW, QLD, WA and NT.

Cliff has sat on the board of various not for profit organisations and this has included several indigenous organisations. This experience and practical understanding as to the specific challenges and regulatory requirements faced by such organisations ensures that Cliff is able to provide clients with the best and most pragmatic legal advice.

Steve regularly provides advice to not for profit organisation and this includes advice as to the requirements of corporate governance. This includes him attending annual meetings and board meetings upon request to ensure the regulatory requirements placed on not for profit organisations are met.

Our team have a high level of direct interaction with not for profit organisations. This includes from the initial set up stage and thereafter as required to ensure that any legal issues or requirements which arise are met and actioned in the most effective manner.

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Our Experience

Acting for an indigenous owned and operated charity that runs the largest work for benefits scheme in Western Australia. This included reviews, investigations, internal agency practices and judicial reviews.

Acting for an indigenous organisation who provide employment and education opportunities to people based in the East Kimberley. This included assistance with commercial contracts, employment contracts, land purchases and corporate governance.

Advising a cryptocurrency entrepreneur as to the setting up of a not for profit organisation to assist disadvantaged youth in Queensland.

Acting for an indigenous not for profit charity based in Western Australia who were in dispute as to the direction of the charity. This included attending meetings and mediating between the charity’s members and board.

Our Legal Experts

Cliff Savala

We can help with

  • Advising in relation to all legal matters pertaining to non for profit organisations
  • Advising clients as to establishing not for profit organisations
  • Assisting with disputes and corporate governance issues faced by not for profit organisations

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Litigation and dispute resolution

Litigation within the agribusiness sector refers to legal disputes and court actions that arise in connection with agricultural operations. These cases often require in-depth understanding of both the legal system and the unique regulatory landscape of agriculture. Our firm has extensive experience with the full gamut of legal disputes such as:

The key areas that we can assist with include:

  • Contractual Issues: Disagreements often arise from contracts involving supply chains, land leases, share farming, agistment arrangements, partnerships, joint ventures, and various other commercial agreements typical in the agricultural industry.
  • Land Access and Compensation: Conflicts may occur over access to land for activities like mining, gas exploration, or infrastructure development, often involving compensation claims for landowners.
  • Workplace Disputes: Litigation may stem from matters such as wrongful termination, employment agreement breaches, or occupational health and safety concerns on farms or in agribusiness operations.
  • Environmental and Biosecurity: Disputes may be triggered by non-compliance with environmental regulations, pollution events, water contamination, animal and plant health including pest and disease control measures or debates surrounding water usage and rights.
  • Intellectual Property Rights: Conflicts might arise over ownership or use of agricultural intellectual property such as plant variety rights, trademarks, and other proprietary innovations.
  • Farm Succession and Inheritance: Disputes over the division of farming assets, family trusts, or the interpretation of wills often lead to litigation in the context of generational farm transfers.

Rural property acquisitions and sales

The purchase or sale of rural land involves a broad spectrum of legal considerations that require careful attention. Key issues often include legal access to the property, the existence of easements, water rights and entitlements, land zoning regulations, potential land contamination, and the impact of native title, mining interests, and cultural heritage protections. It is also essential to assess the tax implications of the transaction, particularly in relation to Goods and Services Tax (GST) and Capital Gains Tax (CGT).

Salerno Law has extensive experience navigating the complexities of rural property matters at local, national, and international levels. We provide comprehensive support throughout the entire transaction process—from initial due diligence and review of contractual documentation to stakeholder engagement and final settlement. Our goal is to ensure that every legal aspect is addressed thoroughly and efficiently, safeguarding your interests every step of the way.

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Acquisition and leveraged finance

Opportunities in a tightening market

Borrowers and lenders face increasing pressure as leveraged finance markets tighten in the face of higher interest rates, inflation and geopolitical uncertainty. To explore new opportunities at the outset of any deal, market participants require the support of experienced, detail-oriented advisers who understand the competitive and potentially complex nature of this sector.

Expert advisers with an innovative approach

Ashurst’s global leveraged finance team advises major financial institutions, private equity houses, alternative asset managers, mezzanine financiers and corporations. Leveraged finance is a core area of expertise for Ashurst. Our team has institutional knowledge across sponsors, credit funds and banks, which means we can streamline the process for you. We have experience in the full range of leveraged.