5 reasons why you may need a commercial lawyer

1. Starting a business:  ‍

Thinking about taking the plunge into the trendy world of entrepreneurialism? We love it – come join us!  

Depending on your business you may need a lawyer to provide you advice on the best and most effective corporate structure and basic incorporation documents – such as a constitution, trust deed and shareholders agreement.

‍

2. Drafting and reviewing contracts:

Contracts are the bread and butter of business. A lawyer will be able to help you draft (write up) or review and give you legal advice on contracts you might want to enter into, to protect your interests.

‍

3. Buying or selling a business:

See a great opportunity and looking to buy a business, or had a great run and ready to sell up and sip cocktails on the beach? A lawyer will be able to help guide you through the process of buying or selling a business, including the best way to structure it, the due diligence process and drafting the sale and purchase agreement, to help you achieve your goals.

‍

4. Compliance:

Business in Australia is governed by a myriad of laws, regulations and licences. Make sure you’re aware of your compliance obligations, before getting in trouble with the government, with the assistance of a lawyer. ‍

‍

5. Dispute Resolution:

Disputes are a part of life. Business deal gone wrong, a supplier sold you a shonky product, or you’re trying to collect a debt from a customer? Or maybe you’re the one being sued? You know who to call. A lawyer will be able to guide you through the best way to navigate the dispute resolution process, including issuing letters of demand, negotiation, mediation, arbitration and eventually representation in court, to give you peace of mind and let you get back to running your business.