All Articles From John Tucker
Passing Control of a Discretionary Trust to the Next Generation
Discretionary trusts have long been the go-to vehicle for advisors when setting up a structure for their clients. The principal reasons for this are clear – discretionary trusts give a high level of…
DW Fox Tucker Talent Rises to Receive “Best Lawyers” Awards
Once again the “Best Lawyers” awards has recognised DW Fox Tucker’s pool of outstanding legal talent. As the oldest and one of the most respected peer-reviewed publications in the legal profession,…
Tax Changes for Developers of New Residential Property
One of the more significant tax measures to be brought before Federal Parliament on its resumption in February is proposing to give effect to the Government's 2017-18 Budget measure requiring…
It can be a Crime to not Lodge Your Returns!
Don’t let it happen to you.
2017-18 State Budget Changes for Acquisitions of Property in South Australia
The 2017-18 South Australian State Budget, handed down on 22 June 2017, contained a number of changes that have implications for persons acquiring property in South Australia. Relevant changes are…
Application and Transition: The Proposed WET Rebate Revision Legislation
In the 2016 Federal Budget the Treasurer stated that the Government would introduce amendments to the Wine Equalisation Tax (WET) legislation that would have effect from 1 July 2019. These amendments…
Super Reform: Are You Ready For 1 July?
The much publicised superannuation reforms are set to commence from 1 July 2017. While these may not have a significant impact for some, they will require careful planning by others to ensure…
Foreign Resident CGT Withholding – Important Changes
The foreign resident CGT withholding tax rules have been in effect since 1 July 2016. A more detailed analysis of these rules can be found in our previous article here:…
DW Fox Tucker’s Finest Bring Home “Best Lawyer” Awards… Again!
Another year, another esteemed “Best Lawyers” awards from the Australian Financial Review, which recognises outstanding talent, achievement and service across the whole spectrum of Australia’s legal…
Taxation of Earnouts
In broad terms, a standard earnout arrangement is one where a vendor sells their business and receives for that sale consideration which includes a right to receive a future amount both contingent…
DWFT Report
The DWFT Report is a comprehensive publication containing news, commentary and analysis of significant contemporary legal issues impacting the Australian business community.
