--- title: How to Save a Distressed Business from Business Insolvency description: Discover strategies to save your business from insolvency, resolve creditor claims, and navigate restructuring challenges at our expert-led seminar. image: https://connect.velocitylegal.com.au/hubfs/Bfast%20Hero%20Image%20%20Raj%20Demian%20Rob.png --- [Skip to content](https://connect.velocitylegal.com.au/en-au/how-to-save-a-distressed-business-from-corporate-insolvency#main-content) ![Velocity Legal - White](https://connect.velocitylegal.com.au/hubfs/62707152c89aafeafd6f1bd9_Velocity%20Legal%20-%20White.svg)Homepage Thursday **14 November 2024** 7:45am - 9:15am  Level 6, 80 Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3000 # How to Save a Distressed Business from Corporate Insolvency [Live Event | Breakfast Series](https://connect.velocitylegal.com.au/en-au/how-to-save-a-distressed-business-from-corporate-insolvency#booking-form)   Join us for a light breakfast and seminar presented by Demian Walton, Rajan Verma and Robert Osler. ![VL Bfast Hero Image Raj Demian Rob 2](https://connect.velocitylegal.com.au/hubfs/VL%20%20Bfast%20Hero%20Image%20%20Raj%20Demian%20Rob%202.png "VL Bfast Hero Image Raj Demian Rob 2") ## Business owners facing corporate insolvency often aren’t aware of the variety of options to resolve creditor claims and keep their business operations running. Meanwhile, their advisors face a complex legal landscape in order to achieve a successful restructure that minimises the risk of litigation from disgruntled creditors. --- Join us for a light breakfast and an insightful seminar on how to manage corporate insolvency challenges and protect your business from creditor claims. This event is designed for business owners and their advisors, providing practical steps to resolve creditor disputes and ensure a smooth business recovery. You’ll gain direct insights from leading legal experts in insolvency and restructuring, and have the opportunity to speak with professionals who can help you navigate complex business challenges. **Key Benefits:** - Understand formal insolvency processes like voluntary administration, creditors’ voluntary winding-up, and small business restructures. - Learn about “legal” phoenixing through pre-pack sale transactions to continue operating while managing creditor disputes. - Discover how licensing arrangements can reduce the risk of liability for phoenixing activities. - Get expert advice on tax and structuring solutions to protect your business. - Connect with our team and other professionals to discuss your specific challenges and opportunities. ### spaces at this exclusive event are limited, secure your spot below Thursday **14 November 2024** 7:45am - 9:15am  Level 6, 80 Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3000 [reserve my spot](https://connect.velocitylegal.com.au/en-au/how-to-save-a-distressed-business-from-corporate-insolvency#booking-form) ### Why Attend? ### practical strategies Gain practical strategies for managing corporate insolvency and creditor claims ### insolvency insights Hear from experienced professionals about formal insolvency processes and legal considerations ### 'legal' phoenixing Learn how to protect your business and avoid unnecessary risks ### networking opportunity Connect with experts who can help you navigate complex business challenges ### Speakers ![Portrait of Demian Walton, Director at Velocity Legal](https://connect.velocitylegal.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/4.png?width=370&height=600&name=4.png) ### Demian Walton Demian is a Director at Velocity Legal and a commercial litigator with over 20 years of experience. He specialises in insolvency and guides businesses through complex restructuring events, helping them achieve successful outcomes. ![Portrait of Rajan Verma, Director at Velocity Legal](https://connect.velocitylegal.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/2.png?width=370&height=600&name=2.png) ### Rajan Verma One of Velocity Legal's founding Directors, Rajan Verma is a tax structuring expert with extensive experience in business restructuring, property development, and international taxation. He has helped businesses and their advisors navigate complex tax challenges and achieve efficient, tax-effective solutions that support long-term growth and stability. ![Portait of Robert Osler, Special Counsel at Velocity Legal](https://connect.velocitylegal.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/3.png?width=370&height=600&name=3.png) ### Robert Osler An experienced commercial lawyer, Special Counsel Robert Osler provides clear, reliable counsel on complex transactions and capital-raising initiatives. Robert’s practical approach helps businesses navigate challenges and achieve outcomes that align with their long-term success. [reserve my spot](https://connect.velocitylegal.com.au/en-au/how-to-save-a-distressed-business-from-corporate-insolvency#booking-form) ## Agenda ### 7:45am Registration, Light Breakfast and Networking ### 8:00AM #### Welcome and Introduction 1. strategies to rescue a business using formal insolvency processes; 2. so-called “legal” phoenixing through the use of “pre-pack” sale transactions; 3. using licensing arrangements to avoid the risk of liability for phoenixing activities; 4. tax and structuring considerations. ### 8:45AM Networking ### 9:15AM Event Close Thursday **14 November 2024** 7:45am - 9:15am  Level 6, 80 Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3000 # How to Save a Distressed Business from Corporate Insolvency Live Event | Breakfast Series    Join us for a light breakfast and seminar presented by Demian Walton, Rajan Verma and Robert Osler.    hosted by [![62707152c89aafeafd6f1bd9_Velocity Legal - White](https://connect.velocitylegal.com.au/hubfs/62707152c89aafeafd6f1bd9_Velocity%20Legal%20-%20White.svg "62707152c89aafeafd6f1bd9_Velocity Legal - White")](http://velocitylegal.com.au) --- ### This event has passed. 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