Corporate Governance:

Advising on the structure, management, and control of a company. This includes matters related to the board of directors, shareholder rights, and compliance with regulatory requirements like the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) and the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) regulations. 

Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A):

Assisting companies in the process of buying, selling, or merging with other businesses. This involves due diligence, negotiating agreements, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws. An example could be advising a company on the legal aspects of acquiring a competitor.

Commercial Law:

Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of commercial contracts, such as supply agreements, distribution agreements, licensing agreements, and terms of trade. For instance, they might help a business draft a comprehensive supply agreement with a key vendor.

Capital Markets and Securities Law:

Advising on the raising of capital through the issuance of shares or other securities, and ensuring compliance with the rules of the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) and securities laws. This could involve assisting a company with its initial public offering (IPO).

Private Equity and Venture Capital:

Representing private equity firms or companies seeking private investment, including drafting investment agreements and advising on fund formation.

Restructuring and Insolvency:

Advising financially distressed companies on restructuring options or navigating insolvency processes like liquidation or administration.

Intellectual Property (IP):

While some lawyers specialise solely in IP, our corporate lawyers often handle aspects of IP relevant to corporate transactions or general business operations, such as licensing agreements and protecting company trademarks.

Regulatory Compliance:

Ensuring companies comply with a wide range of laws and regulations relevant to their industry, including competition law, privacy laws, and industry-specific regulations.

Dispute Resolution:

Representing companies in commercial litigation and other forms of dispute resolution, such as mediation and arbitration.

Our Key Duties and Responsibilities

Providing Legal Advice:

Offering expert legal opinions and guidance to companies on a variety of corporate law matters.

Drafting and Reviewing Legal Documents:

Preparing and scrutinizing contracts, agreements, and other legal documentation to protect the company's interests.

Negotiating Agreements:

Representing clients in negotiations with other parties to reach legally sound and commercially favorable outcomes.

Conducting Due Diligence:

Investigating the legal and financial status of a company during transactions like mergers and acquisitions.

Ensuring Compliance:

Advising companies on their legal obligations and helping them establish processes to ensure ongoing compliance.

Representing Clients in Legal Proceedings:

Acting as advocates for companies in court or other dispute resolution forums.

Advising on Business Structure:

Helping new businesses choose the most appropriate legal structure (e.g., sole trader, partnership, company, trust).

Corporate Secretarial Services:

In some cases, our corporate lawyers may also advise on or assist with corporate secretarial functions, such as maintaining company registers and lodging documents with ASIC.