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Rolf Howard

Rolf is Managing Partner of Owen Hodge Lawyers. He has been in the legal practice since 1986 and a partner of Owen Hodge Lawyers since 1992. Rolf focuses on assisting clients to proactively manage legal responsibilities and opportunities to achieve competitive advantage. Rolf concentrates on business planning and formation, directors’ duties, corporate governance, fund raising and business succession. His major interest is to assist business owners and their financial advisers plan and implement strategies to build and exit from successful businesses.

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Sep 22, 2023
Legal
What are the advantages of Enterprise Agreements?
Rolf Howard

Enterprise Agreements can be a great way to ensure that employees and employers are protected, without the added complexity of awards. Rolf Howard, Managing Partner at Owen Hodge Lawyers, discusses what employers and employees need to know.

Aug 24, 2023
Legal
To what extent is an employer responsible for an employee’s mental health?
Rolf Howard

Under the Work Health and Safety (WHS) laws in Australia, a person conducting a business or undertaking (PCBU) has a legal obligation to manage what are known as ‘psychosocial risks’ that could affect an employee's mental health. So, where does this responsibility begin and end? Rolf Howard, Managing Partner at Owen Hodge Lawyers explores what employers need to know.

Jul 28, 2023
Legal
Legal requirements of a board meeting in Australia
Rolf Howard

Managing Partner, Owen Hodge Lawyers Rolf Howard discusses what companies need to know in regard to effective and compliant board meetings. 

May 8, 2023
Legal
How can Australian businesses deal with cyber security risks from a legal perspective?
Rolf Howard

There are a number of Australian laws and regulations that businesses need to be aware of and comply with to effectively manage cyber security risks. Rolf Howard, Managing Partner at Owen Hodge Lawyers, explores what businesses need to know. 

Apr 20, 2023
Services
What are the business risks when utilising AI tools like ChatGPT and how can they be mitigated?
Rolf Howard

Rolf Howard, Managing Partner, Owen Hodge Lawyers discusses the potential business risks of using AI tools and how to avoid or manage them. 

Mar 27, 2023
Business due diligence
Selling your business? Here’s what happens after the sale terms are agreed
Rolf Howard

The sale of a business involves several steps after the basic sale terms are agreed between the seller and the buyer. Rolf examines these steps, guiding would-be sellers and buyers on what to consider. 

Feb 28, 2023
Legal
Can I order my employees to return to the workplace?
Rolf Howard

With the pandemic exposing employees to working from home, many employees are now hesitant to return to the office. With many businesses keen to get their staff back into the office to support staff development, culture or productivity, employers may be wondering whether they can order their employees to return to the workplace. Rolf Howard discusses what the law says and the rights and responsibilities of both employees and employers in this regard. 

Jan 31, 2023
Legal
How do I prepare a labour agreement for an employer sponsored visa?
Rolf Howard

When there is a labour shortage or a shortage of skilled workers, employers might decide to apply for a Visa to bring employees from overseas. Rolf Howard, Managing Partner, Owen Hodge Lawyers discusses what's involved and how to prepare a labour agreement. 

Nov 22, 2022
Legal
Can employees on maximum term contracts file for an unfair dismissal claim?
Rolf Howard

Rolf Howard, Managing Partner, Owen Hodge Lawyers explores how the law treats unfair dismissal claims for employees on a contract with an end date and what employers need to know.

Oct 11, 2022
Legal
Questions to ask when selling or buying a business
Rolf Howard

Rolf Howard, Managing Partner at Owen Hodge Lawyers, explores what to include in the agreement, what should be covered in due diligence and other factors to consider during a business sale or purchase. 

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