Coolangatta · Gold Coast & Northern NSW

Business & commercial law

Whether you’re buying a business, signing a lease or drafting a contract, the detail decides who carries the risk. We give you clear, practical advice to manage it – across Queensland and New South Wales.

 

Good legal advice early prevents disputes later. We help local businesses, landlords and tenants meet deadlines, understand what they’re signing, and protect their position before problems arise.

The detail in a contract decides who carries the risk

A short clause can shift risk, create unexpected liability, or make a contract hard to enforce if things go wrong.

We review and advise on the terms that matter – your obligations, your exposure, and your options if the other party doesn’t perform. Whether you’re drafting from scratch or checking what’s in front of you, we’ll tell you plainly where you stand before you sign.

Buying, selling or structuring a business

Good advice early can prevent disputes later – particularly around payment terms, restraint clauses, warranties and personal guarantees. We can help with.

Business purchases & sales

Contract review, due diligence and settlement coordination.

Contract drafting & negotiation
Service agreements, supply agreements, terms & conditions.
Agreements, guarantees & securities
Commercial agreements, personal guarantees and related documents.
Franchising
Review of franchise documentation and associated agreements.
Trust deeds
Discretionary trusts and unit trusts.
Mortgages & securities
Reviewing and advising on security documents.

Leases, for landlords and tenants

Commercial leases involve long-term commitments and complex terms. It’s important to understand your rights and obligations before you sign. We can help with:

Drafting & reviewing commercial leases

Retail shop leases & disclosure requirements

Lease negotiations & amendments

Lease assignments & transfers

Lease renewals & option periods
Surrenders & early termination
Landlord & tenant obligations

Talk to us befor you sign

A short conversation early can save a costly dispute later – across Queensland and New South Wales.