DW Fox Tucker Lawyers

29/05/2026

🤝 Supporting South Australia’s Franchising Industry

We are pleased to share that Director Cristina Cecere has recently joined the Franchise Council of Australia's Women in Franchising SA Committee.

Cristina has more than 20 years of dedicated experience practising in franchising law.

The Women in Franchising SA Committee is hosting a breakfast on 25 August featuring guest speaker Abbie Taylor, Senior People & Culture Leader and National President of the Australian Institute of Training and Development. Abbie will share her journey as a new franchisee whose life changed dramatically just four weeks after taking on her business.

We invite you to join Cristina and many other leaders within South Australia’s franchising industry for what promises to be an inspiring breakfast event ☕🥐

🔗 Tickets can be purchased here: https://franchisecouncil.wavecrm.com.au/event/01KRFDFKE6C9XNY84NB3M260ZY

27/05/2026

DWFT News | Celebrating Our Inclusion in the 2027 Edition of Best Law Firms™ - Australia

The 2027 edition of Best Law Firms™ - Australia has been announced today, and DW Fox Tucker Lawyers is thrilled to be recognised in 12 categories.

These rankings recognise our firm’s competence and emphasise our relentless pursuit of providing exceptional legal services to our clients.

To read the full article, please click here: https://www.dwfoxtucker.com.au/2026/05/2027-edition-of-best-law-firms-australia

21/05/2026

📈✈️ When forecasts go wrong: the legal risks of relying on future projections

Our recent article highlights an important lesson for businesses: forecasts and future projections can shape major commercial decisions - but what happens when those forecasts miss the mark?

The case involving United Petroleum, Perth Airport and Qantas considered claims that business decisions were made based on expectations around future airport developments and projected traffic growth. When those expectations did not eventuate as anticipated, it raised important questions about misleading or deceptive conduct, commercial risk, and the legal consequences of relying on forward-looking information.

Businesses considering major investments, leases, or commercial arrangements should carefully assess assumptions underpinning forecasts and future projections before making key decisions.

Click the link below to read the full article.

https://www.dwfoxtucker.com.au/2026/05/when-forecasts-go-wrong-united-petroleums-perth-airport-qantas

14/05/2026

Congratulations to our Managing Director, Joe De Ruvo, on his recognition in the 2026 edition of Doyle's Guide to the Australian Legal Profession.

Joe has been recognised as a Leading Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution Lawyer in South Australia for 2026 - an acknowledgement that reflects his longstanding reputation for delivering strategic, commercially focused advice and strong advocacy in complex disputes.

Over many years, Joe has acted for clients across a broad range of commercial litigation and dispute resolution matters, earning the trust of clients and peers alike through his practical approach, technical expertise, and commitment to achieving positive outcomes.

This recognition is a testament not only to Joe’s depth of experience in commercial litigation and dispute resolution but also to the leadership and dedication he continues to bring to our firm and our clients.

We congratulate Joe on this well-deserved achievement.

🔗 Learn more about Joe De Ruvo and his significant experience here: https://www.dwfoxtucker.com.au/our-people/joe-de-ruvo

07/05/2026

DWFT News | Livable Housing Design Standard changes postponed in South Australia

The implementation of changes to the Livable Housing Design Standards has been deferred in South Australia, providing builders and developers with additional time to transition to the updated requirements under the National Construction Code. Recent amendments confirm extended concessions for certain developments and a further extension for alterations and additions to existing homes to continue to be assessed under the NCC 2019 provisions.

Please click the link below to read the full article.

If you have any questions about the application of Standards, or defects claims which reference Standards, please contact us for advice. If you are a Housing Industry Association - HIA member, we offer the first half hour of advice free of charge.

https://www.dwfoxtucker.com.au/2026/05/livable-housing-design-standard-changes-postponed-sa

Posted on May 08, 2026 Livable Housing Design Standard changes postponed in South Australia By William Rees ExpertiseConstruction & EngineeringExpertisePropertyExpertiseNDIS Previous historyThe National Construction Code (NCC) 2022 replaced the NCC 2019 in South Australia effective 1 October 2024, a...

01/05/2026

Today, the firm celebrated Administrative Professionals’ Day with gifts for our administrative team and a morning tea for all staff.

This occasion provides an opportunity to recognise and acknowledge the invaluable efforts and contributions of our administrative support team. Their work is not only greatly appreciated, but also essential to the continued success of our firm.

28/04/2026

Congratulations to Consultant Sandy Donaldson and Special Counsel Amy Bishop on their continued recognition in Doyle's Guide to the Australian Legal Profession.

Sandy, Amy, and DW Fox Tucker Lawyers have once again been recognised in the 2026 Guide for Intellectual Property Law and Technology, Media & Telecommunications Law in South Australia.

This well-deserved, consecutive recognition reflects the team’s depth of expertise in navigating complex IP and commercial matters, as well as their ongoing commitment to protecting and advancing their clients’ interests.

🔗 Learn more about our IP team here: https://www.dwfoxtucker.com.au/expertise/ip-lawyers

26/04/2026

DWFT News | Providing Housing Under the NDIS – Dangers of a Combined Service and Tenancy Agreement

As an NDIS service provider providing accommodation, if you only execute a service contract with a participant, and not also a separate tenancy agreement, you may find that you have fallen into an entirely new regulated scheme with expanded obligations, and that your rights to terminate and obtain vacant possession are limited.

Please click the link below to read the full article.

If you need advice regarding the preparation or operation of service contracts and tenancy agreements, please contact us.

https://www.dwfoxtucker.com.au/2026/04/providing-housing-under-the-ndis

Posted on April 27, 2026 Providing Housing Under the NDIS – Dangers of a Combined Service and Tenancy Agreement By William Rees ExpertiseNDIS As an NDIS service provider providing accommodation, if you only execute a service contract with a participant, and not also a separate tenancy agreement, y...

24/04/2026

Yesterday, Special Counsel Amy Bishop delivered the final seminar in our 2025/2026 Business Seminar Series.

Her presentation, “The Importance of Trade Marks for Your Business,” explored how trade marks help businesses distinguish their brand in the marketplace. While significant time, effort, and resources are often invested in building a brand, protecting it can sometimes be overlooked. Although trade mark registration is not mandatory, it is a valuable tool for safeguarding your brand and preserving the goodwill associated with it.

If you missed the seminar, you can access the recording here: https://www.dwfoxtucker.com.au/event/business-seminar-series-the-importance-of-trade-marks-for-your-business

We’ll soon be launching our next Business Seminar Series for 2026/2027. Stay tuned for details on our new and refreshed presentation topics, which will be announced shortly.