Coleman Greig Lawyers

02/06/2026

The Fair Work Commission has announced a 4.75% increase to the national minimum wage and modern award minimum wage rates, effective from 1 July 2026.

The decision will affect over 20% of Australian employees and includes changes to entry-level classifications as part of the phased removal of C13 rates.

In this article, Senior Associate, Victoria Quayle outlines the key changes, and the steps employers should take to prepare for the new rates.

Read more: https://colemangreig.com.au/insights/publications/fair-work-commission-minimum-wage-increase-2026/

From 1 July 2026, the national minimum wage and modern award rates will increase by 4.75%. Find out what employers need to know and how to prepare.

01/06/2026

Handling employee performance and misconduct requires a considered approach and careful judgement.

Join employment law experts, Victoria Quayle and Dylan Anderson for a workshop covering performance management and employee misconduct, including how to manage disciplinary processes, address risk, and respond appropriately in the workplace.

This session will be relevant for HR teams and people managers responsible for handling employee issues and disciplinary matters.

Date: Tuesday, 16 June 2026
Location: Parramatta

Register here: https://colemangreig.com.au/events/coleman-greig/employment-law-workshop-performance-management-and-employee-misconduct/

29/05/2026

We’re pleased to share that Coleman Greig Lawyers has been recognised in the 2027 edition of the Best Law Firms™ – Australia.

The firm has been ranked:

• Regional Tier 1 – Sydney
– Trusts and Estates
– Wealth Management / Succession Planning Practice

• Regional Tier 2 – Sydney

– Superannuation Law

The Best Law Firms rankings are based on client feedback, peer review and extensive research across the legal profession.

We’re proud to be recognised for the depth of expertise across these practice areas.

28/05/2026

The proposed Federal Budget tax reforms could have significant implications for investment structures, property holdings and long‑term tax planning.

Join tax and superannuation experts, Peter Bobbin and Stephen Lau as they outline the key proposed changes and the considerations ahead of 30 June.

The session will cover proposed capital gains tax changes, reforms to negative gearing, the introduction of a minimum tax regime for discretionary trusts, and other Budget measures affecting individuals and businesses.

Register now for:
• Sydney CBD – 17 June https://colemangreig.com.au/events/coleman-greig/tax-seminar-federal-budget-tax-changes-sydney/
• Parramatta – 24 June https://colemangreig.com.au/events/coleman-greig/federal-budget-tax-changes-seminar-parramatta/

27/05/2026

The High Court’s recent Zip v Firstmac decision is an important reminder that using a trade mark without properly addressing known risks can expose businesses to significant legal issues.

The decision clarifies the limits of the “honest concurrent use” defence, confirming that once a business becomes aware of a potential trade mark conflict, continuing to use the mark without properly addressing the issue may lead to infringement claims.

In this article, Janani Iyer, Trade Mark Attorney and Lawyer, explains the key lessons from the decision and what businesses should consider when launching or reviewing a brand.

Read more: https://colemangreig.com.au/insights/publications/zip-v-firstmac-honest-concurrent-use-trade-mark-decision/

The High Court’s Zip v Firstmac decision clarifies the limits of the honest concurrent use defence in Australian trade mark law. Learn the key implications for businesses and brands.

26/05/2026

Coleman Greig is pleased to welcome Selina Comertpay as an Associate in our Property Services team.

Selina has experience across residential, commercial and development transactions, working with a broad range of clients including developers, corporate entities and private clients. She is known for her approachable and practical manner, taking the time to explain processes clearly and ensure clients feel informed and confident in their decisions.

With experience managing end‑to‑end property matters, Selina supports clients through acquisitions, disposals and development projects, as well as more complex conveyancing transactions.

Welcome to the team, Selina.

https://colemangreig.com.au/our-people/selina-comertpay/

25/05/2026

From 1 July 2026, more Australian businesses will be required to comply with mandatory climate reporting obligations.

For many organisations, this means preparing a sustainability report alongside their financial reports, with disclosures around climate risks, governance, emissions and future planning.

In this article, Alex Ong, Principal Lawyer – Commercial Services, explains who the new rules apply to, what businesses need to report, and the steps organisations should be taking now to prepare.

Read more: https://colemangreig.com.au/insights/publications/mandatory-sustainability-reporting-australia-2026-climate-disclosure/

New climate disclosure obligations commence 1 July 2026 for additional reporting entities under Chapter 2M. Understand the requirements and how to prepare.

20/05/2026

Today, members of the Coleman Greig team were proud to attend the 2026 Western Sydney Corporate Charity Lunch alongside more than 350 members of the local business community.

The event brought together businesses and community leaders to support organisations making a meaningful difference across the region – The Salvation Army Australia, The Westmead Institute for Medical Research and Mercy Works.

Coleman Greig is proud to support an event that reflects the strength of the Western Sydney community and the impact of businesses coming together for a shared cause.

19/05/2026

From 1 July 2026, major Anti-Money Laundering/Counter-Terrorism Financing obligations will extend to real estate agents and property developers, introducing new compliance requirements across property transactions.

In this article, Alex Ong, Principal Lawyer – Commercial Services, and Chris Tohme, Principal Lawyer – Property Services, outline the key Tranche 2 changes, including due diligence, source of funds checks and reporting obligations.

While many businesses already have processes in place, the new regime requires a more structured, risk-based approach to operations.

Read more: https://colemangreig.com.au/insights/publications/aml-ctf-reforms-real-estate-australia-tranche-2/

New AML/CTF rules will apply from 1 July 2026. This article explains what real estate agents and property developers need to know to prepare.

18/05/2026

Coleman Greig is pleased to welcome Nicola Sharp as a Senior Associate in our Wills & Estate Planning team.

Nicola has more than eight years’ experience advising on estate planning and estate administration, including wills, powers of attorney and contested estates. She is known for her professional expertise and compassionate approach when supporting clients through complex and often sensitive matters.

Nicola is particularly passionate about working with families with vulnerable or disabled members, helping them plan for the future with confidence.

Welcome to the team, Nicola.

https://colemangreig.com.au/our-people/nicola-sharp/