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Live Webinar: Directors, Advisers and the Firing Line: Personal Liability in Commercial Dealings

When transactions unravel or misconduct is alleged, the focus can quickly shift from the company to the individuals behind it, including directors, executives and external advisers. This session examines when personal exposure arises and how easily professionals can be drawn into
PRESENTED BY Hugh Smith Special Counsel - Chamberlains Law Firm , Canberra

Date/Time

Tuesday 20th October 2026
Vic, NSW, ACT, Tas: 11am to 12pm
Qld: 10am to 11am
SA: 10.30am to 11.30am
NT: 9.30am to 10.30am
WA: 8am to 9am

About the Webinar

When transactions unravel or misconduct is alleged, the focus can quickly shift from the company to the individuals behind it, including directors, executives and external advisers. This session examines when personal exposure arises and how easily professionals can be drawn into proceedings alongside their clients. It covers:
Accessorial liability under the Corporations Act and ACL, including “knowingly concerned” involvement

  • When advisers risk being characterised as shadow or de facto directors
  • The boundaries between giving advice and participating in contravening conduct
  • Recent penalty trends and what they signal about regulator and court attitudes
  • Managing conflicts and protecting against personal exposure in fast-moving transactions
  • Practical risk management strategies, including engagement terms and file practices

Presented By

Hugh Smith
Special Counsel, Chamberlains Law Firm Canberra, ACT

Hugh is a Special Counsel at Chamberlains Law Firm which has ranked in the top 10 fasting growing firms at the Australasia Law Awards of two occasions in the last 7 years. Hugh specializes in commercial drafting and corporate disputes and practices mainly in the Federal Court and the Federal Circuit and Family Court.

In 2023, Hugh was named as a Rising Star by Australasian Lawyer and regularly presents on dynamic topics in today’s legal landscape.

Hugh is also known either affectionately or otherwise as a “tik tok” lawyer, having a legal tik tok page called Hugh’s Hunch where he engages with both solicitors and members of the public.

Who Should Attend?

This webinar is suitable for lawyers practising in commercial law – Australia wide. This webinar is for practitioners with some knowledge in this area and looking to improve their knowledge.

CPD Certificate

Registered live webinar delegates will receive a CPD certificate for attendance at this webinar. Lawyers can claim up to 1 CPD unit/point – substantive law. This webinar has been designed to run for 1 hour, however, webinar lengths can vary depending on the level of questions and discussion.

WA lawyers – Please note that TEN is unable to verify your completion of recorded webinars to the Legal Practice Board of WA. TEN is an accredited provider.

While TEN takes all reasonable care to include accurate and up-to-date information regarding CPD category classifications and compliance obligations, information regarding CPD point allocation are provided as a guide only. Allocation of CPD points is subject to the CPD requirements of your jurisdiction, personal circumstances and professional requirements. You are solely responsible for determining whether a particular product is appropriate for your CPD requirements.

Enquiries/Assistance

If you need assistance or have an enquiry, please do not hesitate to contact our Webinar Coordinator, Jason Hooker on (03) 8601 7709 or email: [email protected]

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