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Blockchain bricks and crypto cathedrals: a breakdown of the key terms
08 Mar 2022
Sarah Archer
Special CounselThere’s a saying in improv: “Bring a brick, not a cathedral”. While improv and the wonderful world of crypto aren’t comparable, the saying is a good reminder that you don’t…...
Read moreAFCA receives its first report card
02 Mar 2022
Rachel Erlich
Special CounselThe Australian Financial Complaints Authority (“AFCA”) has received its first report card since it commenced operations on 1 November 2018. The legislation establishing AFCA required the Minister (for Superannuation, Financial…...
Read moreWhat’s the difference between a standard AML program and one that a financial adviser needs (also called a “special program”)?
16 Feb 2022
Naomi Fink
Special CounselIf a business or entity provides one or more designated services (listed in section 6 of the AML/CTF Act) and is geographically linked to Australia, it will be required to…...
Read moreI’m in Financial Services, but why do I need a Financial Services Lawyer?
07 Feb 2022
Grant Holley
Co-Founder & ConsultantIf you’re lucky, you haven’t needed the services of a lawyer much. You’ve managed to stay clear of conflict. Or if not, you’ve sorted it out without fronting a court…...
Read moreAre changes coming to the wholesale client eligibility rules?
01 Feb 2022
David Court
PartnerIn a previous article we looked at various regulatory issues and concerns which have arisen with the current legal definitions of wholesale and retail clients under the Corporations Act 2001 (the "Act")…...
Read moreChristmas comes early for ASIC: unwrapping the gift of the Better Advice Act
06 Dec 2021
Clarisse Berenger
Previously a Lawyer at Holley NethercoteWith Christmas just around the corner, no doubt many of us are starting to plan for the festive season. If my household is anything to go by, wish lists are…...
Read moreEmployment in a COVID world
03 Nov 2021
Tim Dixon
Special CounselThe way we work, engage with clients, and manage our employment obligations has changed forever as a result of the arrangements which became necessary in order for professional businesses to…...
Read more‘Generally speaking’ – What to look out for if you’re considering a move to a general advice model
05 Oct 2021
Zoe Higgins
Previously a Special Counsel at Holley NethercoteIn conducting licensee reviews for our clients, we look at their documented compliance arrangements and speak with their staff. One recent theme to emerge from many of these interviews can…...
Read moreBreach reporting for credit licensees: are you ready to dob yourself in?
03 Sep 2021
Jesse Vermiglio
PartnerOctober 2021 sees the commencement of many new regulatory reforms for Australian Credit Licence (ACL) holders. One of the reforms that will have greatest impact will be the new…...
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