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Is there such a thing as ‘too late’ to be doing my property settlement?

19 July 19

Strict time limits apply to formalising property settlement matters, whether you have been in a de facto relationship or if you were married.

Making a loan to a company and not to an individual as borrower: Is it a valid loan, a sham or procured by unconscionable conduct?

18 July 19

Recently, the courts have considered the validity of loans made to a company in circumstances where the loan was guaranteed by an individual and it was argued the company was not the true borrower.

Cooper Grace Ward appoints agribusiness expert as partner

18 July 19

Cooper Grace Ward has promoted Leanne O’Neill to the role of partner with the firm.

I won the lotto and it’s mine, mine, mine, mine, mine … or is it?

17 July 19

You might have recently seen the sad tale of Richard Zelasko, a man who celebrated winning $30 million in a US lotto draw after being separated from his wife for more than two years (his ticket cost him only $1).

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Cooper Grace Ward is a leading Australian law firm based in Brisbane.

We are a full-service law firm providing a wide range of legal services, including corporate and commercial, property, business litigation, insurance and family law.

Since our establishment in 1980, Cooper Grace Ward has grown to become one of the largest independent Brisbane based law firms. From our Brisbane CBD office, our lawyers advise listed and private companies, individuals, and local and foreign governments across Queensland and internationally.

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Has your injured worker mitigated their loss?

23 July 19

Those injured in workplace accidents (and other accidents) have a legal duty to mitigate their loss and a failure to do so may result in a reduction in their damages.

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How to effectively draft compliant HR policies

24 July 19

This program will assist participants to draft and implement compliant and effective HR policies to increase workplace flexibility, set boundaries of appropriate workplace behaviour and reduce the legal risks when disciplining or terminating employees for policy breach.

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WEBINAR – ‘Hidden wages’ – the unexpected extent of your liability for payroll tax unpacked

25 July 19

Once over the threshold, employers generally have to pay payroll tax on wages they pay.

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CAIRNS – ‘Deemed employees’ – avoiding the tax traps for individuals and entities that are not employees but are treated as employees

05 August 19

Employers have multiple obligations with respect to their employees: PAYG withholding, superannuation contributions, payroll tax and WorkCover.

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Cooper Grace Ward is known for its outstanding client service and internal culture. We see that both of those things are interrelated. We understand that practising law is not just about knowing the law, it's about people working together to achieve the best outcomes for clients. This sets us apart from other law firms.

Mutual respect

We show consideration for every person’s unique qualities, contribution and needs.
Outstanding service

We go all out to develop partnerships with our clients by understanding their needs and aspirations.
Team spirit

We work together positively to enjoy mutual success.
Honesty

We are open, clear and genuine.
Curiosity

We continuously seek and embrace change that adds value.

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Our expertise

Cooper Grace Ward is a leading Australian law firm based in Brisbane.

Upcoming events

Our values

Mutual respect

Outstanding service

Team spirit

Honesty

Curiosity