• The operation of the new safe harbor insolvency provisions for directors
• Proving behavior was ‘reasonably likely’ to lead to a better outcome than administration
• The better outcome test - objective test based on circumstances
• Onus of proof on liquidator to establish course of action not reasonable in the circumstances
• The ‘ipso facto’ clauses – preventing terminating supply during restructuring period
• The importance of meeting employee entitlements and taxation reporting obligations

Justin Vaatstra, Partner, Arnold Bloch Leibler, Melbourne

Justin Vaatstra is an experienced commercial litigator and a partner of Arnold Bloch Leibler’s litigation and insolvency practices. His practice focus has an emphasis on corporate insolvency and intellectual property disputes. Much of his work has an international dimension, involving cross-border issues and conflict of laws.

Justin holds a Master of Laws from The University of Melbourne in the areas of intellectual property and commercial law. He was also a contributing author to World Insolvency Systems: A Comparative Study, published by Thomson Reuters.

Justin is recognised as a recommended lawyer for ‘Dispute Resolution’ and ‘Restructuring & Insolvency’ in the Legal 500 Asia Pacific. He is described by clients as a “very dedicated advocate” who “builds great working relationships”. Justin is also recommended in Doyle’s Guide in the category of ‘Leading Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution Lawyers – Melbourne, 2016’ and listed by Best Lawyers® International in the area of ‘Insolvency & Reorganization Law’.

This webinar is suitable for in-House Counsel, lawyers and accountants advising on business law matters – Australia wide. This webinar is for practitioners with some knowledge in this area and looking to improve their knowledge.