Commercial 

Our commercial law team provides strategic, practical, and commercially focused legal services to businesses of all sizes, from sole traders and startups to established companies and corporate groups. We work closely with our clients to identify risks, maximise opportunities, and deliver solutions that support long-term success.

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Our Commercial Law Services

 

We provide advice and representation across a broad range of commercial matters, including:

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Business Sales and Acquisitions

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Buying or selling a business is a significant transaction that requires careful planning and legal oversight. We assist with:

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• Business sale and purchase agreements

• Due diligence investigations

• Negotiation of transaction terms

• Asset and share sales

• Transfer of licences and permits

• Settlement and completion matters

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Commercial Contracts

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Well-drafted contracts help reduce risk and provide certainty in business relationships. Our team can assist with:

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• Supply and service agreements

• Distribution agreements

• Joint venture agreements

• Partnership agreements

• Franchise agreements

• Terms and conditions of trade

• Confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements

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Business Structuring and Governance

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Choosing the right business structure is critical for asset protection, taxation, and growth. We provide advice regarding:

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• Company formations

• Trust structures

• Partnerships

• Shareholder agreements

• Directors' duties and obligations

• Corporate governance matters

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Commercial Leasing

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We act for landlords and tenants in a wide range of leasing matters, including:

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• Retail leases

• Commercial and industrial leases

• Lease negotiations

• Assignments and subleases

• Lease disputes and enforcement

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Business Disputes and Litigation

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Commercial disputes can be disruptive and costly. We help clients resolve disputes efficiently through negotiation, mediation, and court proceedings where necessary.

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Our services include:

• Breach of contract claims

• Debt recovery

• Partnership and shareholder disputes

• Consumer and trade disputes

• Misleading and deceptive conduct claims

• Commercial litigation

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Shareholder and Partnership Agreements

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Clear agreements can help prevent disputes and protect business relationships. We advise on:

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• Shareholder rights and obligations

• Partnership arrangements

• Exit strategies

• Buy-sell provisions

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