Nicole Shenfield

Nicole Shenfield is a Director at Paxton-Hall Lawyers, bringing extensive experience across a broad spectrum of commercial law. She is known for developing targeted strategies that assist clients in navigating complex challenges and achieving their objectives effectively. Her practice encompasses not-for-profit and charity law, tax and structuring, commercial and corporate advisory, property, as well as mergers and restructures. Nicole provides strategic advice on a wide array of matters, including software development and licensing, privacy compliance, and complex corporate structuring involving governance, tax, and transactional considerations. Nicole has a dedicated focus on the not-for-profit sector, offering guidance on the establishment and structuring of charities, governance reviews, fundraising compliance, and regulatory matters related to the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) and the Australian Taxation Office (ATO). Her expertise in this area supports organisations in managing their unique legal obligations, allowing them to concentrate on their core missions. She actively contributes to the legal community through her role on the Queensland Law Society’s Not-for-Profit Law Committee and participation in the ACNC’s Adviser Forum. Clients value Nicole’s practical and empathetic approach, which helps them to identify challenges and develop solutions tailored to their specific needs.