Services offered by MCR Partners Pty Ltd, which holds an Australian Credit Licence 531570.
Director Penalty Notices
ATO Director Personal Liability — Expert Guidance
A Director Penalty Notice (DPN) is a formal notice issued by the Australian Taxation Office that makes a company director personally liable for certain unpaid company tax obligations — including PAYG withholding, GST, and superannuation guarantee charges. Once a DPN is issued, directors have limited time to take action before personal liability becomes locked in.
If you have received a Director Penalty Notice or are concerned about your personal exposure to company tax obligations, expert guidance may help determine the most appropriate steps to take within the response period to reduce or eliminate personal liability.
Free consultation. No upfront fees.
Serving businesses across Australia.
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Confidential Case Review
Urgent DPN Response Required
No Upfront Fees
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Situations Where Expert Advice May Be Required
Director Penalty Notice Response Options
⏱️ 21-Day Response Deadline
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Directors have 21 days from the date of a lockdown DPN to take action before personal liability is locked in.
💰 Meeting the Obligation to Remit Liability
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Paying the outstanding PAYG, GST, or SGC obligation in full within the response period may remit the director penalty.
🏢 Appointing a Voluntary Administrator
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Placing the company into Voluntary Administration or liquidation within the 21-day period may remit the penalty for lockdown DPNs.
🔄 Small Business Restructuring
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Entering Small Business Restructuring within the response period may be an option to remit the director penalty.
📋 Non-Lockdown DPN Options
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For non-lockdown DPNs, additional options may be available beyond the 21-day window — expert advice is essential.
👔 Multiple Director Liability
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Where multiple directors are involved, understanding each director's individual exposure and obligations is critical.
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A Director Penalty Notice creates personal liability for company tax obligations — the 21-day response window is critical.
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⚠️ When Directors Seek Expert Advice
Situations That May Require an Urgent Review
A Director Penalty Notice has been received from the ATO
The 21-day response deadline is approaching
The company cannot pay the outstanding PAYG, GST, or SGC obligation
Directors are concerned about personal liability for company tax obligations
Multiple directors have received DPNs and need coordinated advice
A professional consultation may help determine the most appropriate response to a Director Penalty Notice.
Services offered by MCR Partners Pty Ltd
Australian Credit Licence 531570 — No Surprises, Just Results
Reduce your Tax Obligations by up to 70%
Through a transparent Legislated Government Program within 3 months. On average, we reduce more than 70% of the total ATO obligation amount.
20+ Years Experience
Work with registered practitioners who have years of experience handling ATO issues, creditor disputes, and formal restructuring processes.
Urgent Help When It Matters
DPN deadlines and creditor demands don't wait. Get urgent advice when your business needs it most — before the 21-day window closes.
Honest, Focused Guidance
Practitioners advise on where Small Business Restructuring fits and where alternative paths such as voluntary administration may be more appropriate — so you reach the right outcome, not just any outcome.
Dedicated Practitioners
Speak with a licensed professional about your DPN, ATO obligations, creditor pressure, and practical next steps for protecting your personal position.
Trusted by Directors
Helped hundreds of directors navigate DPN deadlines, ATO pressure, statutory demands and restructuring with clarity and confidence.
Transparent Legal Process
The Small Business Restructuring (SBR) program is a Legislated Government Program. We explain every step in plain English so you always know what's happening.
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MCR Partners specialises exclusively in Small Business Restructuring — so the advice you receive is focused on what we do best, with referrals to other registered liquidators where a different path is appropriate.
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⚙️ How the Process Works
A structured and confidential evaluation
Submit your Director Penalty Notice details through our secure form.
A practitioner reviews the DPN, response deadline, and your available options.
You receive urgent guidance on the best course of action to reduce or eliminate personal liability.
📞 What Happens After You Submit
Clear guidance. No pressure.
Intake team reviews your submitted Director Penalty Notice information
Practitioner evaluates response options and personal liability exposure
Follow-up may occur to gather additional documentation
Options are explained clearly
You decide how to proceed — no obligation
Free consultation. Confidential review.
Received a Director Penalty Notice?
Act Now — The 21-Day Deadline Is Critical
Free consultation. No upfront fees.
Real Outcomes From Directors Who Acted In Time
Verified results from MCR Partners' Small Business Restructuring clients
Concrete Construction (saved $331,404)
Company tax debt due to covid and non-compliant payment plans with the ATO. We didn't know how to stop the pressure building. Working with the team gave us better cash flow and healthier money management — continuing to trade has been absolutely life-changing. Very easy, a lot easier than anticipated. Extremely happy with the whole team.
Labour Hire Contracting (saved $90,250)
The team made it easy. Reducing the tax made things a little easier and elevated the stress off our shoulders. Fantastic team. I'd recommend them to any and every one that I know.
Cafe & Hospitality (saved $152,071)
Company tax obligations in the food industry kept building due to Covid. We didn't know how to stop it. After the process it was reduced, we paid off the agreed amount, cash flow improved, and we're still trading with a great business now. Very simple, well-managed and easy. I've already recommended it to others.
Retail & Tutoring (saved $330,000)
Company tax obligation due to covid and related issues. We were really trying to find a solution to get on top of it but didn't know where to start. After the SBR process the company tax debt was reduced, stress dropped, we had an appropriate plan, and we were able to continue to trade. Very fast, efficient, very easy. I would definitely recommend it.
Compliance & Privacy Policy
Restructuring and ATO obligation support is one of the services offered by MCR Partners Pty Ltd, which holds an Australian Credit Licence 531570.
We work alongside the Small Business Registered Practitioner and hold your hand through the process.
This process is fully legal, transparent, and designed to help eligible companies & trusts reduce their tax debt while staying in control.
All information on this website is general and not personal financial advice.
Results and savings shown are based on real client outcomes, but individual results may vary depending on your situation.
Your privacy is important to us.
Any details you share are kept private, secure, and confidential in line with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).
We never sell or share your information with third parties unless required by law or with your consent.