CHARITIES & NON-FOR-PROFITS
Our Practice
At Shand Taylor Lawyers, we are proud of our extensive association with the not for profit sector. We not only understand the issues which are unique and specific to the not for profit sector but can also provide charitable organizations with assistance in relation to a wide range of legal issues. We have extensive experience in the provision of corporate governance advice to not-for-profit management committees and boards of management. We provide advice to early childhood education providers, community housing providers, aged care providers, sporting associations, clubs, and societies.
Our Expertise
We are able to assist with:
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Establishment of not-for-profit and charitable associations, including drafting constitutions that ensure effective and efficient governance.
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Applications for registration of a charity with the Australian Charities and Not for Profits Commission.
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Applications for deductible gift recipient status.
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Fundraising regulation and issues.
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Corporate sponsorship and community business partnerships.
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Testamentary gifts.
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Property law and leasing issues.
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Stamp duty exemption applications.
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Employment law and industrial relations.
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Discrimination.
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Litigation.
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Commercial contracts.
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Occupational health and safety matters.
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Intellectual-property.
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Risk management.
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Privacy issues.
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Construction projects and disputes.
Our Team
Please refer your enquiries to:
Brad Clark, Partner
(07) 3307 4527
bclark@shandtaylor.com.au
John Sneddon, Partner
(07) 3307 4504
jsneddon@shandtaylor.com.au
Richard Waring, Partner
(07) 3307 4545
rwaring@shandtaylor.com.au
Patrick Sherlock, Senior Associate
(07) 3307 4542