Join us for the next Advisor Connect Meeting by registering below.
This is an opportunity for advisors across multiple disciplines to learn from each other, understand each other’s expertise and build a network as trusted advisors who consult the Family Business sector.
Note: This event is for Advisors only.
Speaker:
Sam Johnson – Principal, ADLV Law
Bio:
Sam Johnson is a commercial lawyer and the Principal of ADLV Law, where he partners with business owners to remove legal obstacles that can hinder growth and expose them to risk. He focuses on building strong legal foundations through practical strategies covering trading terms, employment agreements, commercial leases, intellectual property protection, and debt recovery.
Sam’s approach is proactive and business-focused, helping clients navigate complex legal requirements while enabling them to stay focused on what matters most — growing their business.
Before establishing ADLV Law, Sam worked as a consultant advising companies on R&D Tax Incentives across multiple industries, honing his ability to simplify complex concepts for practical application. He also serves as an Operations Officer (2LT) in his former school’s Cadet Unit, where he teaches leadership, risk management, and decision-making to young leaders.
Sam holds a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) from Macquarie University. He is admitted to practice in both the Supreme Court and High Court of New South Wales.
Topic:
“Have You Ever Dealt with a Performance Issue Involving a Family Member in a Business?”
Session Overview:
Performance issues are difficult in any workplace — but when the underperformer is a family member, the stakes and sensitivities are significantly higher.
In this insightful session, Sam Johnson will explore the legal, personal, and operational challenges that arise when addressing performance concerns in a family business. Drawing on real-world experience, Sam will unpack how to navigate blurred boundaries, emotional ties, and conflicting expectations — all while staying compliant with legal obligations and avoiding unnecessary disputes.
Whether you're currently facing a tricky situation or want to prepare for future challenges, this session will offer practical guidance, legal insight, and the confidence to address performance issues with clarity and care in a family business environment.
We look forward to seeing you there and joining in on this interesting conversation.
Please contact SA/NT State Representative, Amanda Russell on arussell@familybusiness.org.au or 0466 453 803 if you need assistance with registration.
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