Taxation

Partner

Duncan is recognised as one of Queensland’s pre-eminent tax and foreign investment lawyers. His understanding of business transactions means he is focused on applying his technical expertise to achieve practical outcomes for his clients.

Duncan is an expert in business and transaction structuring, taxation and foreign investment with a solid foundation in general commercial law which ensures his advice and solutions delivers value to clients.

He designs and implements effective structures for transactions and asset ownership, always seeking to secure his clients cost-effective tax and stamp duty outcomes. This includes advising on stamp duty exceptions, assessments, private rulings and objections.  Additionally he advises on corporate reconstructions, demergers, holding company interpositions and rollovers and general commercial matters.

Duncan is also recognised for his expertise in managing matters before the Foreign Investment Review Board (FIRB). He focuses on identifying and managing restrictions on foreign investment and advising on appropriate structures and processes for foreign companies, governments and individuals proposing to invest in Australia.

Duncan has provided advice to clients across a range of industries and leads our Food and Agribusiness team.

Chair of Revenue Law Committee of Queensland Law SocietyMember - The Tax InstituteMember - Law Council of Australia’s Foreign Investment Committee

LLBBachelor of International Business