Bill d’Apice

Makinson d’Apice is a commercial law firm in Sydney, Australia. Today we have one of the largest and most knowledgeable C&NFP practices in Australia. We provide the sector with specialist expertise as well as a team that understands the details of our clients’ operations and the challenges they face.

Our services include:

Charity & Not-for-Profit Law: ACNC & Charities Act advice; fundraising requirements; partnerships, projects and procurement, reducing your risk when contracting, collaborating and merging; establishing charitable trusts; interpretation and advice on trusts.

Governance: Advice on best practice; advice on constitutions; meeting governance standards; managing board conflicts; establishment of governance standards and practices.

Intellectual Property and Data Privacy: Protection and management including trademarks and privacy policies.

Property: Acquiring strategic property; development and sale of land; easements and leasing; portfolio management; stamp duty exemptions.

Taxation and Compliance Advice: Income tax exempt status; GST concession; FBT rebates; ACNC requirements; obtaining and maintaining DGR status.

Workplace: Drafting of and advising on employment agreements; employee code of conduct; social media policies; anti-discrimination policies and anti-bullying policies.