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.
Managing Partner of Owen Hodge Lawyers, Rolf Howard offers 10 tips for business owners looking to successfully break a commercial lease early.
According to Australian law it is possible for a verbal contract to be enforceable in its own right and even to alter a written contract. Rolf Howard, Managing Partner at Owen Hodge Lawyers, explores what you need to know.
The work-from-home (WFH) era, propelled by the pandemic, appears to be on the way out, despite many employees expressing that they prefer WFH. Which raises the question for employers: can employees refuse to return to the office or do employers have the ultimate say? Rolf Howard, Managing Partner at Owen Hodge Lawyers explores the issue.
Hidden workplace injuries can significantly impact health and well-being, but many employees and employers fail to connect their ailments to their work environment until it’s too late. Rolf Howard, Managing Partner at Owen Hodge Lawyers, looks at what employers need to know.
The Australian government has introduced "right to disconnect" laws, which came into effect on August 26 2024 for businesses with 15 or more employees. Rolf Howard, Managing Partner at Owen Hodge Lawyers, explores what employers need to know.
In Australia, many workplace illnesses and injuries will be covered by Workers’ Compensation. However, if an employer is negligent, they could face liability. Rolf Howard at Owen Hodge Lawyers looks at the steps employers can take to safeguard their workforce.
Deciding to buy a business is an exciting adventure and a huge financial undertaking. Rolf Howard, Managing Partner, Owen Hodge Lawyers looks at how you can make buying a business a great start toward an interesting career and a profitable investment.
Even though minority shareholders hold less than 50% of the company’s shares, they do have certain legal rights. Rolf Howard, Managing Partner, Owen Hodge Lawyers explores what those rights are and what happens when minority shareholders believe their interests are not being given fair consideration.
Rolf Howard, Managing Partner, Owen Hodge Lawyers, discusses some of the most common disputes between business owners in Australia, how to avoid them, and what steps to take if an amicable solution seems out of reach.
Rolf Howard, Managing Partner, Owen Hodge Lawyers looks at why navigating AI's legal and ethical terrain is crucial for responsible implementation.