DPNs - they are not going away (The refresher you didn't know you needed)

Director Penalty Notices (DPNs) are no longer an occasional event – they’re part of the ATO’s standard toolkit. Last financial year, the ATO issued over 84,000 DPNs, and there is no sign of that enforcement trend slowing down.

In this practical, plain-English refresher, The Ruhe Group Managing Principal, Alice Ruhe will walk you through what’s actually happening on the ground with DPNs – the good, the bad, and the downright dangerous – and what you can do now to protect directors, businesses, and your own professional position.

We’ll cover:

• How the current DPN regime really works in practice

• Common traps that leave directors personally exposed (often without realising it)

• The difference between the options you have before and after a DPN is issued

• What accountants and advisors must do to spot DPN risk early

• Real-world case studies and “red flags” from recent files

• Practical checklists you can use with clients and boards straight away

My goal is that you leave this session with a new (or regained) clarity and confidence about DPNs – not fear. You’ll know what to look for, what to say to clients, and when to pick up the phone and get specialist help.

This session is designed for:

• Accountants and tax agents

• Commercial and litigation lawyers

• Financiers and credit managers

• Company directors and board members

• Business advisers and consultants

This webinar provides general information only and is not legal, tax, or financial advice. You should obtain advice tailored to your or your client’s circumstances before taking action.