Areas of Practice
Corporate and commercial law
Our law firm has an extensive history and background in commercial law, with over three decades of unparalleled experience. Our lawyers have provided legal advice to a diverse clientele, ranging from rapidly growing start-ups to more developed businesses. This extensive period of practice has equipped us with insights and a track record of success in areas such as contract negotiation, capital raising, and commercial litigation. We understand the legal and commercial complexities of the commercial landscape and are committed to using our extensive experience to provide you with sound legal and commercial solutions that align with your business objectives.
Advising and assisting early-stage companies
With three decades of experience in advising early-stage companies, our law firm has been an integral partner in the journeys of many start-up companies. We have a detailed understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities that entrepreneurs and emerging businesses face. Our lawyers have guided these enterprises through the intricacies of formation, regulatory compliance, and strategic growth. Our legal and practical commercial knowledge in this arena enables us to offer tailored legal strategies that enable early-stage companies to develop and grow in a competitive business landscape, giving them the best possible chance of sustainable success.
Capital raisings
Insolvency and company reorganisations and reconstructions
With extensive experience in capital raisings, our law firm has played an important role in facilitating the financial growth and expansion of numerous businesses. We understand that securing the necessary capital is pivotal for any company's development, and our lawyers have a proven track record in structuring and executing successful fundraising strategies. Whether you're seeking seed or angel investment, venture capital, private equity investment, or engaging in equity crowdfunding or an ASX listing, our extensive legal and commercial expertise ensures that you receive comprehensive legal guidance, compliance support, and strategic insights to successfully complete your capital raising.
Initial Public Offerings (IPO’s), backdoor listings and capital raisings
With considerable experience in insolvency, company reorganisations, and reconstructions, our law firm has been helping directors and businesses to navigate challenging financial circumstances for many years. We have a comprehensive understanding of the intricacies involved in restructuring and recapitalising distressed companies and will look for innovative solutions that preserve value and safeguard stakeholders' interests. Our team of experienced lawyers has successfully guided numerous clients through insolvency proceedings and financial restructurings.
Commercial litigation
We have advised many companies on successfully completing IPOs, backdoor listings, and capital raisings in the media and technology, infrastructure, retail, mining and agricultural areas, and our law firm is able to assist clients in accessing public markets and raising capital for your business. We possess an in-depth understanding of the regulatory, compliance, and strategic intricacies involved in taking companies public. We have a proven track record of successfully structuring and completing initial public offerings (IPOs) and facilitating backdoor listings, tailoring these processes to the unique needs of our clients. Whether you're embarking on your company's first IPO or seeking innovative strategies for capital raising, our extensive legal and practical commercial experience enables us to provide expert legal guidance and strategic support that maximises your opportunities for growth and success in public markets.
Debt collection
Hotels and liquor licensing
In the area of commercial litigation, our law firm has a commitment to achieving the best possible legal and commercial result for our clients'. With decades of experience in this field, we have the skills required to navigate the complexities and challenges inherent in business disputes. We approach each case with a strategic and sensible results-oriented mindset, aiming to deliver efficient, cost-effective, and favourable resolutions. Whether you're facing contract disputes, shareholder disagreements, or any other form of commercial litigation, our extensive experience equips us to protect your rights and interests. We will provide you with the legal acumen and commercial tenacity needed to achieve the best possible outcome in your legal battle, ensuring that your business experiences the least possible disruption to its operations. We have commercial litigation experience across multiple jurisdictions in Victoria and Australia.
In the area of debt collection, our law firm brings significant experience and a commitment to helping our clients recover outstanding debts. With a proven track record, we understand the many challenges associated with debt recovery in various industries and sectors. Our lawyers employ a strategic and ethical, approach to debt collection, ensuring that our clients receive the compensation they are owed while preserving their reputation and relationships. Whether you are a business seeking to collect outstanding debts or an individual or business facing difficulties with creditors, our extensive experience equips us to provide appropriate legal and commercial solutions and strong representation.
In the specialised field of hotels and liquor licensing, our law firm offers legal and practical expertise and a strong track record. We understand the unique legal and commercial challenges faced by the hospitality industry, from hoteliers to restaurant owners, and liquor licensing regulations. We provide comprehensive legal advice, whether you're seeking to obtain, transfer, or modify liquor licenses. We also assist with compliance matters, helping you navigate regulations governing the sale and service of alcohol. Our legal and previous operating experience ensures that you receive precise, effective guidance tailored to the unique needs of your business, allowing you to focus on the business while we handle the legal issues.