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Danaher Moulton advises AutoGrab on $80 million Series B capital raise

Danaher Moulton is delighted to have advised AutoGrab on its successful A$80 million Series B capital raise, valuing the business at A$230 million and marking a major milestone in the company’s evolution from Australian start-up to global automotive data intelligence platform.

Supporting bushfire affected communities

The recent bushfires across Victoria have had a devastating impact on individuals, families and farming communities, particularly in regional areas. As a firm with strong ties to rural and regional Victoria, we are deeply aware of the challenges these communities face - not only during the immediate crisis but in

The Bank of Mum and Dad: The 10 things you need to know

The purpose of this article is to highlight what you should cover off when documenting a Bank of Mum and Dad Loan.

Danaher Moulton advises the Bongiorno family on Alba Cheese’s next chapter

Danaher Moulton has advised the shareholders of Monarch Institute, a leading provider of online education, on its successful sale to UP Education, a portfolio company of Pacific Equity Partners.

Preparing for the AML/CTF Tranche 2 reforms: A guide for accountants, lawyers and real estate agents

The Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing Amendment Act 2024 (the Act) passed Parliament on 29 November last year.

International Women’s Day

Danaher Moulton proudly hosted the firm’s inaugural International Women’s Day event.

Danaher Moulton advises Monarch Institute on successful sale to UP Education

Danaher Moulton has advised the shareholders of Monarch Institute, a leading provider of online education, on its successful sale to UP Education, a portfolio company of Pacific Equity Partners.

Understanding the Primary Production Land (PPL) Tax Exemption and Vacant Residential Land Tax (VRLT) in Victoria

Landowners in Victoria must navigate a complex framework of land tax regulations, including the Primary Production Land (PPL) tax exemption and the Vacant Residential Land Tax (VRLT). Understanding these provisions is crucial to ensuring compliance while optimising potential tax benefits.

Property Stamp Duty – Advisors tips and traps

Here are the common duty exemptions with tips and traps that you should consider.

Doyles’ Guide Rankings 2024

Chairman Stephen Moulton and Partner Naomi Guyett who leads our Wills + Estates team have each received accolades in the respective fields of Commercial and Wills + Estates in the prestigious Doyles’ Guide Rankings recently released for the 2024 year.

Navigating legal due diligence: What vendors should expect

When preparing to sell your business, one of the most critical and potentially challenging stages is legal due diligence.

Danaher Moulton advises E&S Trading on the sale of a majority stake to JB Hi-Fi Limited

Danaher Moulton has advised the sellers of one of Victoria's oldest family-owned specialist appliance retailers, E&S Trading, on the sale of a majority stake to JB Hi-Fi Limited (ASX:JBH).

Commercial and Property Tax Reform

On 20 March 2024, the Victorian Government introduced a bill which, if passed, will create new legislation which transitions from stamp duty to an annual property tax for commercial and industrial properties in Victoria.

Employees and Contractors – Tax Implications

This article explores whether simply characterising workers as a contractor is enough for a business to avoid non-compliance with tax laws that are designed to apply to employers.

5 Tips for Selling a Business

Download this short guide with our five practical tips for executing a successful sale.

Danaher Moulton acts on capital raising for leading in-home care provider

Danaher Moulton is pleased to have advised Prestige Inhome Care on its recent growth capital injection from Yorkway Private.

Will Challenge – Record Provision for Domestic Partner

We acted for a long-term domestic partner of the deceased who challenged the terms of his late partner’s Will.

“We refer to the term sheet…”

These six simple words, often said during key moments of a negotiation, carry significant weight.

Beware the nomination double duty trap

If you are in the business of developing land, you are likely aware sub-sales (most often created by the nomination of an alternative transferee by the purchaser) carry a risk of a second set of duty becoming payable to the State Revenue Office.

So, you want a simple Will?

Every day people make a request for a simple Will. We often hear that people don’t want to overcomplicate things and want things to be easy for their loved ones.

Divestment of Challenge Networks to Vocus

Danaher Moulton has advised Challenge Networks, a market leader in designing and deploying private mobile networks, on the divestment of its business to leading telecommunication group, Vocus.

What is Succession Planning?

What is succession planning and what is included in your business succession plan?

Estate Planning Uncovered by Melbourne Lawyer

Estate Planning is about planning your financial future to give you the peace of mind of avoiding pitfalls.

The Legal Lowdown – Why It’s Important to Have A Will

A lot of people put off making a Will and we’ve heard plenty of reasons why. But what happens it you don’t make a Will?

The Legal Lowdown – What Can I Witness

So, you’re an accountant or a financial adviser and a client has come to you with documents that need to be witnessed or certified. Legally, can you do it?

Structuring Property Deals? – Trips and Traps you need to know

We outline 5 traps and 4 opportunities for you and your clients to consider.

Shareholder and Buy/Sell Agreements and your Estate Planning

At Danaher Moulton we care about your Business and You. Having a Shareholders/Unitholders Agreement and a Buy/Sell Agreement is only part of your plan.

The 20 triggers to review your Will and Estate Planning

If any of the following occur you need to review your Will and Estate Planning.

Danaher Moulton advises Rogers Seller & Myhill in acquisition by Winning Appliances

Danaher Moulton has recently advised high-end bathroom and kitchen hardware retailer, Rogers Seller & Myhill, in the successful sale of its business and assets to Winning Appliances.

Danaher Moulton advises on Management Buyout of CIP Constructions

Danaher Moulton has recently advised on the successful completion of the recent management buyout (MBO) of CIP Constructions, a national construction company, from ESR Group.

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Family Trusts and Testamentary Trusts are important tools in complex estate and wealth planning