Trusted Business Lawyers in Australia for All Your Corporate Legal Needs
Running a business comes with many legal responsibilities. It involves multiple legal risks, obligations and strategic decisions. At Lawsworth, we assist business owners and professionals with the legal documents and advice they need to operate securely and effectively. From preparing solicitors’ certificates to reviewing and advising on bank guarantees, we ensure that you understand your obligations and risks before committing to any agreement.
Our practical and reliable legal support allows you to focus on growing your business while we handle the details. Whether you’re a small business owner or managing larger operations, our commercial lawyers provide legal support that helps your business run with clarity, compliance and protection from avoidable pitfalls.
Typical Cases We Handle:
Acquiring, Merging or Selling a Business
Buying, selling, or merging a business involves complex legal and financial considerations. Our commercial lawyers guide you through every stage — from due diligence and contract drafting to negotiations and settlement.
We ensure the transaction structure aligns with your goals, minimises risk, and protects your interests. Whether you’re acquiring a small enterprise or facilitating a large-scale merger, our team provides clear, practical and timely advice so you can make confident business decisions.
Drafting Sgreements and Contract Review
Commercial property transactions require careful legal review to avoid costly surprises. We assist investors, developers, and business owners in purchasing or selling commercial real estate, ensuring every document and condition is watertight.
Our team manages contract negotiations, title checks, lease transfers, and settlement coordination. We work to safeguard your investment, streamline the process, and deliver outcomes that align with your financial objectives.
Drafting Agreements and Contract Review
Strong contracts form the backbone of any successful business relationship. Our lawyers draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements — including franchise, loan, partnership, and joint venture contracts.
We ensure the terms are clear, compliant, and tailored to your unique business needs. By identifying potential risks upfront, we help you avoid disputes and maintain productive commercial relationships.
Commercial, Industrial and Retail Leases
Whether you’re leasing a retail store, office, or warehouse, our lawyers ensure your lease agreement reflects your best interests. We assist landlords and tenants with drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial, industrial, and retail leases.
From rent review clauses to maintenance obligations and renewal terms, we provide practical advice that minimises future disputes and protects your long-term investment.
Business Structuring and Corporate Governance
Choosing the right business structure — whether sole trader, partnership, company, or trust — can significantly impact your tax obligations, liability, and control. Our team provides tailored advice on establishing and restructuring businesses to meet both legal and commercial objectives.
We also assist with corporate governance matters, shareholder agreements, and director duties to ensure compliance and smooth day-to-day management.
Intellectual Property, Trademarks, and Licensing
Your ideas, branding, and creative assets are valuable business property. Lawsworth helps you protect and commercialise them through strategic use of trademarks, copyright, and licensing agreements.
We assist with registration, infringement disputes, and enforcement actions, ensuring your intellectual property remains secure. Whether you’re launching a new brand or expanding globally, we’ll help safeguard what makes your business unique.
Regulatory Compliance and Consumer Law
Australian businesses are bound by complex regulations, from fair trading and advertising laws to consumer guarantees. Our lawyers advise on compliance with the Australian Consumer Law, privacy laws, and industry-specific regulations.
We help you prevent breaches, respond to investigations, and resolve consumer disputes efficiently. At Lawsworth, our goal is to keep your business compliant, protected, and operating with confidence.
Solicitors’ Certificates, Bank Guarantees, Loan Guarantees
Financial institutions often require legal certificates or guarantees before finalising loans or commercial arrangements. Our team provides timely preparation and execution of Solicitors’ Certificates, Bank Guarantees, and Loan Guarantees.
We review all documentation, explain your obligations clearly, and ensure you fully understand your commitments before signing.
Business Dispute Advice
Disputes are an unfortunate part of doing business — but with the right advice, they can be resolved quickly and effectively. Our commercial lawyers represent clients in all types of business disputes, including partnership disagreements, breach of contract claims, and debt recovery matters.
We aim to resolve issues through negotiation or mediation first but are prepared to take firm legal action if necessary.
From startups to established enterprises, Lawsworth’s commercial lawyers in NSW and Victoria partner with businesses of all sizes to reduce risk, protect assets, and drive growth. Book an initial consultation today.