The erosion of asset protection presentation

Published on 15 Sep 06 by SOUTH AUSTRALIAN DIVISION, THE TAX INSTITUTE

People have long sought to protect their personal and business assets by separating ownership from risk. However, the Government now seems committed to giving creditors greater access to assets (including superannuation) controlled by a bankrupt and their associates. The Government's proposals have brought into question the ongoing effectiveness of common asset protection strategies. This presentation focusses on:

• the current bankruptcy rules and common asset protection strategies
• the content and current status of the Government's proposals
• the 2005 'Bankruptcy and family law' amendments
• the likely impact of the above on asset protection strategies going forward.

Author profile

Matthew Tripodi CTA

Matthew is the founder and Principal of MT Lawyers. He advises on all aspects of Superannuation, estate and succession law, with a specific focus on self-managed superannuation funds and complex estate planning. Prior to establishing MT Lawyers in Adelaide, Matthew had over 12 years' experience working in large commercial law firms. He was a Partner at Minter Ellison in Adelaide, heading up their Superannuation and Estate Planning division. Matthew has also lived and worked overseas in London and Hong Kong. - Current at 21 May 2015

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