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Structuring a Series A Without the Red Tape: How a Rolling Round Gave One Tech Company Room to Grow. This case study explores the funding journey for a SaaS company in Australia, and some of the valuable lessons learned along the way.

Many people decide to leave a bequest to a charity in their Will to create a legacy and to support causes they care about.

As expected, the Federal Budget announced some major changes in the areas of capital gains tax, negative gearing and the taxation of trusts.

The Federal Budget represents a significant shift in how Australians will approach intergenerational wealth transfers. For decades, discretionary family trusts have been central to tax planning and asset structuring for business owners, professionals, investors and farming families - not just as holding vehicles, but as tools for controlling how wealth is taxed and passed on. That era is changing.

Our latest breakfast seminar titled, Skilled Migration & Sponsorship: Key Updates and Practical Insights covered a range of topics, and we have recapped the key insights below.

Before agreeing to a private equity deal, it’s crucial to understand how post‑completion obligations can shape the value you ultimately receive.

Aitken Partners is proud to announce that Principal Lawyer Ric Birkett has been recognised in the Doyle’s Guide 2026 as a Preeminent Health & Aged Care Lawyer in Victoria, the highest individual ranking awarded in this category.

We are pleased to share that Aitken Partners has been recognised in Doyle’s Guide 2026 for Health & Aged Care Law, reflecting the strength of the firm’s work in this important and highly specialised area.

Deciding how to pass on your wealth is rarely a dry, purely financial exercise - it’s often layered with emotion, family politics, unspoken expectations, and, occasionally, a touch of drama.

More than 4,600 Australian lawyers have been recognised in the latest Best Lawyers in Australia™ peer-reviewed survey, with almost 1,000 named “Ones to Watch”.

Administering a deceased estate is challenging at the best of times, however, the difficulty increases significantly when cross-border elements are involved, particularly when executors or beneficiaries are located outside Australia.

Termination decisions can expose employers to different and unequal legal risks. Understanding which framework applies, and why, is critical before taking action.

De-Suiting the Law is a video podcast hosted by Aitken Partners Principal Lawyers Susan Ilias and Bao Ngo. The series sets out to demystify the legal profession, with real conversations about what lawyers actually do, and why it matters.

Divorce is often misunderstood as a process that resolves all aspects of the breakdown of a marriage. In reality, divorce is a separate legal step with specific eligibility requirements and important implications for property and parenting matters.

Careful succession planning requires more than a Will alone. Family trusts are often used to protect assets, preserve control and support long‑term family objectives.

Before agreeing to a new contract or credit arrangement, it’s worth knowing which terms could put your personal or business assets on the line.

The Victorian Government has proposed new laws allowing Victorians whose roles can be performed remotely the right to work from home two days per week from September 2026. Importantly, the right will apply regardless of the size of the workplace.

Our webinar provided clear insights into Victoria’s evolving property tax landscape and key compliance essentials for property owners

In Victoria, you can be liable for landholder duty without any traditional ‘relevant acquisition’ of shares or units occurring. This article explores the topic and considers if specialist legal advice may be required to avoid this issue.

Final parenting orders provide certainty - but circumstances can shift. Relocation, safety concerns, or a child’s changing needs can make once effective orders unworkable.