A failure to comply with the Environmental Law legislation can lead to penalties of $1,100,000.00 for corporations or $250,000.00 and seven years gaol for individuals. However the risks are broader and directors are being made liable for acts of their companies.

We give legal advice to directors and corporations regarding their obligations and risks. We provide advice to defendants prior to charges being laid and should charges be laid we represent you and conduct such appeals.

The Environmental Protection Act (EPA) is activates the Crimes Act 1900 NSW if certain sections are breached. The prospect of acquiring a criminal conviction due to building and development breaches shocks most clients and the scale of the penalties can in certain cases be massive. We have acted on behalf of people in these circumstances, typically in the Local Court.