Dennis Miralis is a leading Australian defence lawyer with over 20 years of experience. Dennis is a Partner at Nyman Gibson Miralis and specialises in international criminal law.

The Phoenix Taskforce: A collaborative effort to combat illegal phoenix activity

The Phoenix Taskforce, established in 2014, is a unified initiative bringing together federal, state, and territory agencies to detect, deter, and disrupt illegal phoenix activity in Australia. The taskforce employs a multifaceted approach to address this pervasive issue, providing education, enforcement, and strategic actions to protect businesses and the economy.   About the Phoenix Taskforce…

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INTERPOL’s Dialogue: A unified approach to global policing

In an increasingly interconnected world, the fight against transnational crime requires more than isolated national efforts. Recognising this need, INTERPOL initiated the Dialogue on an Effective Multilateral Policing Architecture Against Global Threats in 2016. This unique forum brings together regional policing organisations and major intergovernmental security stakeholders under INTERPOL’s global umbrella to foster high-level discussions…

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Combatting transnational repression: A global commitment to defend democracy and human rights

In a significant step towards safeguarding democracy and human rights worldwide, a coalition of democratic governments and organisations has issued the Declaration on Principles to Combat Transnational Repression. Spearheaded by Freedom House, the Lithuanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the Alliance of Democracies, this declaration calls for immediate and coordinated action to address the growing…

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ASIC disqualifies four directors for mismanagement of small proprietary companies

The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has taken decisive action to safeguard small businesses by disqualifying four directors from managing corporations. Between January 1 and March 31, 2024, ASIC banned these directors following their involvement in the collapse of multiple small proprietary companies, leaving numerous creditors, including the Australian Taxation Office (ATO), unpaid. Some…

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