Smarter Lawcast with Hall & Wilcox

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Smarter Lawcast with Hall & Wilcox

Welcome to Smarter Lawcast, the official podcast of Hall & Wilcox, a leading independent Australian law firm. We pride ourselves on our Smarter Law approach, where we work with our clients to creatively solve their legal and business challenges. Tune in to be educated and entertained by our experts’ take on topical legal issues. LinkedIn:@Hall & Wilcox Facebook:@HallandWilcox Instagram:@hallwilcox https://hallandwilcox.com.au/

  1. Spotlight on Health Regulation: Medicinal cannabis – Australia’s regulatory environment

    2 HR. AGO

    Spotlight on Health Regulation: Medicinal cannabis – Australia’s regulatory environment

    Bridget Wall, Mitch Stein and Alison Choy Flannigan discuss Australia’s booming medicinal cannabis market. What activity are we seeing from regulators including the Therapeutic Goods Administration and AHPRA? What is best practice for medical and pharmacy practitioners when prescribing and dispensing, and does telehealth pose any risks? They also outline tips for practitioners on how to best prepare their practices to appropriately and legally dispense medicinal cannabis.

    27 min
  2. Spotlight on Health Regulation: Recent prosecutions and regulator focus

    6 DAYS AGO

    Spotlight on Health Regulation: Recent prosecutions and regulator focus

    Mitch Stein and Bridget Wall discuss recent prosecutions against health practitioners across various state tribunals and what areas regulators, such as the HCCC, OHO and AHPRA (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency), are focusing on. The most common complaints are around clinical care, inadequate or inappropriate procedures, and communication. Mitch and Bridget discuss what practitioners should have top of mind if they are subject to a disciplinary investigation and why good contemporaneous note-taking is vital.

    33 min
  3. The ECM Exchange: Understanding reverse takeovers

    NOV 11

    The ECM Exchange: Understanding reverse takeovers

    John Hutchinson is joined by Sevan Gore and Rebecca Gilbert to explore the ins and outs of reverse takeovers and backdoor listings. They clarify what these terms mean, examine a recent example and weigh the pros and cons of this path to listing. A must-listen for those interested in unique capital market strategies.

    15 min
  4. Spotlight on Construction Law: The superintendent’s role in construction projects

    NOV 6

    Spotlight on Construction Law: The superintendent’s role in construction projects

    Emma Bechaz and guest Garry Andrews, executive director of construction consultancy company Anvelo, unpack some common misconceptions about the role of superintendents in construction projects, the dual nature of their role, common problems that can arise, and how to minimise the risk of encountering disputes.

    16 min
  5. The ECM Exchange: Capital raising and issue pricing restrictions for listed and unlisted funds

    NOV 4

    The ECM Exchange: Capital raising and issue pricing restrictions for listed and unlisted funds

    John Hutchinson is joined by James Morvell and Caitlin Byrne to break down capital raising issue pricing restrictions for listed and unlisted funds. They dive into essential terms like net asset value (NAV), net tangible assets (NTA) and issue pricing for new units and explain applicable restrictions under the Corporations Law and the ASX Listing Rules, including the key differences between listed and unlisted funds. Whether you’re new to fund management or looking for a refresher, this episode is packed with valuable insights.

    17 min
  6. Navigating AML/CTF: Independent reviews of AML/CTF programs

    OCT 29

    Navigating AML/CTF: Independent reviews of AML/CTF programs

    Langton Clarke and Taylor Green discuss independent reviews of AML/CTF programs: what are they and why are they important? They outline a three-tiered approach to take account of risks and cost inefficiencies.

    14 min
  7. The ECM Exchange – Cyberattacks and continuous disclosure: what ASX-listed entities need to know

    OCT 28

    The ECM Exchange – Cyberattacks and continuous disclosure: what ASX-listed entities need to know

    John Hutchinson is joined by Eden Winokur and Michelle Eastwell to discuss the critical issue of continuous disclosure in the face of cyber incidents. With several high-profile cyber-attacks impacting ASX-listed companies, they unpack the updated Guidance Note 8, the challenges of disclosure and the requirements for listed entities during a cyber breach. They also explore the Australian Cyber Security Bill, focusing on ransom payment notifications. This episode offers essential insights for directors and executives navigating cyber security risks. Want to know more about the Australian Cyber Security Bill? Read our analysis.

    27 min
  8. Navigating AML/CTF: Risks and common failures of AML/CTF programs

    OCT 22

    Navigating AML/CTF: Risks and common failures of AML/CTF programs

    Langton Clarke and Andrew Ong discuss how to deal with high-risk customers, especially politically exposed persons (PEPs), whether or not a business should choose to onboard a high-risk customer and why an AML/CTF program should be specifically tailored to a business and its risk appetite.

    17 min
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Welcome to Smarter Lawcast, the official podcast of Hall & Wilcox, a leading independent Australian law firm. We pride ourselves on our Smarter Law approach, where we work with our clients to creatively solve their legal and business challenges. Tune in to be educated and entertained by our experts’ take on topical legal issues. LinkedIn:@Hall & Wilcox Facebook:@HallandWilcox Instagram:@hallwilcox https://hallandwilcox.com.au/

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