A Director Penalty Notice (DPN) means the ATO may hold you personally liable for your companyโs unpaid tax obligations. These notices are time-sensitive, and delaying action can limit your options.
Get professional support to understand your position and explore possible next steps.
Youโve received a formal notice from the ATO and are unsure what it means or what to do next.
You understand there are strict deadlines and need to act quickly to preserve your options.
You are worried the ATO may recover company debts from you personally.
Your business has outstanding obligations that may have triggered the DPN.
You want clarity on what steps may be available before the situation escalates further.
Your business is still running, and you want to explore ways to manage the situation.
Director Penalty Notices are issued when certain company tax obligations remain unpaid. Depending on the type of notice and timing, there may be options available to manage exposure, restructure obligations, or address the situation through formal processes. Acting early is critical, as delays can significantly reduce available pathways.
Assessment of your DPN. Understanding the type of notice and your current position.
Managing personal exposure. Exploring options to address or reduce personal liability risks.
Restructuring pathways. Considering formal or informal options depending on the business position.
Next-step guidance. Clear direction based on urgency, obligations, and available options.
Share a few details about your tax obligations, notices received, and where things currently stand.
Your enquiry is assessed based on urgency, issue type, and the broader business context.
Discuss suitable next steps based on your tax pressure and restructuring situation.
Finalize the best suitable action.
Directors who have received or expect a DPN.
Time-sensitive cases requiring immediate attention.
Businesses still trading but under financial pressure.
Urgent matters are reviewed promptly based on timing and severity.
Experienced professional support for Director Penalty Notice matters.
Your enquiry is handled securely and privately.
We had multiple financial pressures building up. Taking a structured approach helped us regain control and make better decisions for the business.
What stood out was the practical nature of the process. It wasnโt theoretical โ it was focused on real business conditions and realistic outcomes.
Instead of reacting to problems, we were able to step back and look at the bigger picture. That shift in approach made a noticeable difference to how we managed the business.
We were dealing with ongoing cash flow pressure and needed clarity on what steps to take. The process helped us understand our position and move forward with more confidence.
Restructuring and ATO debt support is offered through MCR Partners Pty Ltd, holder of Australian Credit Licence 531570.
We work alongside a registered Small Business Restructuring Practitioner and support you through the process step by step, so you always know where things stand and what comes next.
This is a legal, transparent, and government-backed process designed to help eligible companies and trusts manage tax debt while staying in control of their business and day-to-day operations.
Any examples of savings or outcomes shown on this website are based on real client matters. Because every business is different, results will vary depending on your circumstances, eligibility, and the options available to you.
The information on this website is general in nature and is not personal financial advice. Specific guidance can only be provided after understanding your situation in detail.
We treat your privacy with care. Any details you share with us are kept private, secure, and confidential in line with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).
We do not sell your information or pass it around to unrelated third parties. Your information is only used to assess and assist with your enquiry, unless disclosure is required by law or authorised by you.