In this update, we shed light on Birchgrove Legal’s collaboration with the Australian Muslim Advocacy Network on an important public interest issue. We recently pursued the Australian Human Rights Commission to investigate why British far-right commentator Katie Hopkins was granted a visa.
Muslims in NSW denied protection against hate
While Jews and Sikhs cannot lawfully be targeted by hate campaigns in NSW, Courts have recently found that Muslims are not covered, despite it being the original intention of the law to protect all such religious communities.
Celebrating success 3 years in the making for a public housing application
In this update, we share and celebrate news of a successful development application for affordable housing in the Sydney suburb of Lakemba.
Does political advocacy stop charities from being Public Benevolent Institutions?
In this Insight, we explore whether a vital advocacy role precludes a Charity from benefiting from Public Benevolent Institution (PBI) status.
Future-proofing our client’s business idea through a successful trademark
In this case study, we look at a recent case we undertook in intellectual property law, achieving a trademark that has future-proofed our client’s business name, brand and value.
Whistleblowers and not-for-profits: What NFP organisations need to know
Whistleblower laws are there to protect someone who wishes to speak out about misconduct by an employer or organisation that contracts them, without facing a reprisal. In this Insight, we take a deep dive into whistleblower law as it applies to not for profits and charities.
All you need to know: COVID-19 Delta Outbreak Restrictions Factsheet
A comprehensive summary of the requirements and restrictions during the Delta variant outbreak in Sydney and NSW in winter 2021.
Acknowledging a historic legal victory against discrimination and bigotry
In this update, we acknowledge a historic and welcome outcome against bigotry and discrimination by former senator Fraser Anning.
What is the “Benevolence” in a Public Benevolent Institution?
One question we commonly get in our work in the not-for-profit space is regarding the characterisation of “benevolence” in Public Benevolence Institutions. In this Insight, we examine the recent case of Women’s Life Centre Inc and how it clarified the characterisation issue of “benevolence” in this context.
How Mergers & Acquisitions in the Not-for-profit Sector can Unlock Value
With added compliance pressures on charities and volunteer board members rising, it’s time to think about different ways for a charity to conduct its business.
In this insight, we take you through the potential benefits of restructuring your organisation in a way that may serve your charity and beneficiaries most.