Mills Oakley Lawyers

At Mills Oakley, we have a genuine understanding of the not-for-profit sector and the increasingly complex legislative issues surrounding the industry.  

We provide education, advice and specialist legal counsel to some of Australia's leading not-for-profit organisations including charities, religious organisations, community groups and professional associations, expertly guiding them through the specific legal challenges facing their Industry with simple, easy-to-understand language (not legal jargon) and a no-nonsense approach.

We are one of only a few specialised legal firms in Australia with the experience and know-how to handle complicated bequest matters and our expertise in the not for profit field means we have first hand knowledge of current issues affecting the sector and upcoming industry changes that may impact your organisation.

Specific areas where Mills Oakley may be able to assist include:

• Ensuring your organisation has the proper legal structure, which is critical in maximising profits, streamlining administrative processes and minimising costs.
• Helping you understand the tax/rate/duty exemptions and government endorsements you may be eligible for and helping you secure them
• Reviewing your commercial arrangements and constitutions to ensure they are fair and protective of your interests and are working for you, not against.
• Providing advice on image protection, defamation and other media issues, ensuring your brand remains protected and membership rates strong.
• Helping you maximise your bequest income by ensuring your rights as a beneficiary are protected and enforced.

Mills Oakley offers a ‘depth-of-bench’ not seen in many law firms, meaning we can draw on the expertise of legitimate specialists within our business to fulfill the legal requirements facing your organisation, including property, construction/building and taxation to name a few.

Providing free access to a range of resources, ideas and contacts, this page is designed to assist not-for-profits and charities with their legal needs and queries.

Please use the links to the left to navigate through cases, articles, resources and information.