Ransomware and data extortion attacks in…

This article was written in partnership with Daniel Woodhouse, Wouter Veugelen, Cameron Morse and Natasha Passley of FTI Consulting.  Ransomware and data extortion attacks are unfortunately becoming increasingly common (see for example, high-profile attacks on Canva[1], Latitude Financial[2] and recently the Legal Practice Board of Western Australia).[3] These attacks typically involve a party (commonly referred to as…

Comp Cas: Latest Cases on Company Laws

Stay informed about the latest case laws on Company Law with this comprehensive overview as we delve into the latest cases reported in the Company Cases (Comp Cas), focusing on critical issues such as resolution plan, moratorium, winding up, liquidation and wilful defaulters. (2025) 261 Comp Cas Insolvency and Bankruptcy Laws — Resolution plan —…

Small business restructures: smart solution or ‘flavour of the month’?

Recently released data from ASIC outlines that the uptake of small business restructuring (SBR) appointments has significantly increased in 2024–25, with an overall positive sentiment and benefit. An SBR process is the first external administrator appointment where directors are able to keep control of an insolvent company, rather than the appointed registered liquidator. You’re out…