Makinson d’Apice is very pleased to advise that Bill d’Apice has been awarded a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) in the Australia Day 2021 Honours List.
Bill was awarded the Member of the
Charities & Not-For-Profits Law in Australia
The blog "Charities & Not-For-Profits Law in Australia," published by Makinson d'Apice Lawyers, focuses on legal issues affecting charities and not-for-profit organizations in Australia. It covers topics such as regulatory compliance with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC), governance standards, registration requirements, and tax considerations including deductible gift recipient status. The blog also addresses sector-specific legal updates, including changes to legislation impacting duty exemptions, corporate structuring for charities, and contract law reforms relevant to not-for-profits. Additionally, it provides guidance on managing risks, dispute resolution, and operational compliance for entities in the charitable and not-for-profit sector.
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Chambers and Partners 2021
Makinson d’Apice is pleased to announce that Bill d’Apice has been recognised in Chambers and Partners’ Asia Pacific 2021 edition as a ranked lawyer in the area of Charities, for the fourth consecutive year.
With the assistance of other professionals…
Congratulations
By Bill d'Apice
For the third consecutive year, Bill d’Apice has been recognised in Chambers’ Asia Pacific 2020 edition as a ranked lawyer in the area of Charities.
This is a well-deserved acknowledgement and recognition of Bill’s dedication…
The National Redress Scheme and Section 83C
Since the announcement of the National Redress Scheme for Institutional Child Sexual Abuse, many NSW non-government schools have been uneasy about whether they may inadvertently breach Section 83C of the Education Act if required to make…
Restructuring Charities and NFPs
In recent years, many charities and other NFPs have found themselves in a position where they need to consider restructuring.
Common reasons we have seen for this are:
- the charity or NFP may now be operating outside of the state
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Is Your Charity Ready for the External Conduct Standards?
For registered charities operating overseas or working with a third party overseas, there is a new set of standards that they must comply with in addition to the existing ACNC Governance Standards in this new financial year.
This set of…
Option Leases: a Five-Point Checklist for Landlords
When an existing lease expires, a tenant may have the “option” to renew the lease. Essentially a tenant has the right to have a new lease granted to them on the same terms as the existing lease. However, the rent…
F&P Magazine – In the eyes of the law
By Bill d'Apice
In the latest issue of the F&P (Fundraising & Philanthropy) magazine, Joanne Grant, Partner at Makinson d’Apice takes a look at the legislative and compliance requirements that will impact the charity and not-for-profit sector in the next 12 months.
Click…
How will the NSW Modern Slavery Act affect you?
Most Australian entities will now be aware that the Modern Slavery Act 2018 (Cth) (Commonwealth Act) commenced on 1 January 2019.
However, you may not be aware that the NSW government has recently passed its own Modern Slavery Act 2018…
10 Questions Charities Should Ask in Considering Gifts and Honorariums
It is quite common for charities to provide gifts or honorariums to individuals who are important to their organisations as a gesture to express their gratitude and appreciation. However, as registered entities with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC),…