Commercial Advice

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Commercial Advice

Regardless of the size of your business, or your particular circumstance, you can trust the combined expertise and skill of Coleman Greig’s Commercial Advice team.

From family-owned businesses to medium sized enterprises and multinational subsidiaries, we will work with you to understand your business, your operating environment and the commercial issues you face so that you receive practical, commercially-focused advice and value for your money.

Proven expertise

  • Providing risk management advice and information on legislative changes to family-owned businesses, medium sized enterprises and multinational subsidiaries in commercial matters including ACCC, PPSA and privacy laws.
  • Providing commercial advice on business merger and acquisition strategy in the pre-transaction stage and throughout, including due diligence, drafting and negotiating sales contracts.
  • Working collaboratively with accounting firms and brokers to facilitate the sales of assets and shares.
  • Guiding directors through their responsibilities in regards to the Corporations Act.
  • Advising on, drafting and negotiating business contracts for supply, licensing, distribution and joint ventures. 
  • Local, national and international experience in assisting franchisors and franchisees.
  • Managing intellectual property portfolios for a range of clients including assistance with collateral approval, advice on social media and enforcement of IP rights.

Coleman Greig are available to service your needs no matter where you are located in NSW. Our network of offices are supported by the latest digital technology, enabling us to work with you in a way that suits you best.

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Expert Commercial Law Advice for Your Business

If you and your company could benefit from the expert services of a commercial advice lawyer with an inherent understanding of the complexities of commercial legal issues, look no further than Coleman Greig. With decades of experience assisting businesses with all manner of commercial legal advice and services, nobody is better placed to assist when the complexities of the law require expert intervention.

We have received many awards and much recognition for our services and have worked tirelessly to garner a reputation as an effective, fair, transparent, and ethical firm. Coleman Greig leaves no stone unturned in pursuing peerless legal services, ethical practices, and social responsibility. To this end, we follow a comprehensive system of governance that embodies our dedication to those values and astute commercial law advice that can significantly impact our clients.

Comprehensive Commercial Legal Advice Services

At Coleman Greig, we take immense professional pride in offering succinct, practical commercial law advice on a broad spectrum of commercial and personal legal requirements, including:

  • Employment law
  • Commercial property law
  • Commercial taxation
  • Governmental functions and business
  • Industry sectors

Coleman Greig has an excellent reputation in the business community and many different types of industries, including but not limited to:

  • Transport and logistics
  • Medical, healthcare and pharmaceuticals
  • Building, construction, and trade services
  • Retail and sales
  • Manufacturing
  • Franchising
  • Property and business
  • Finance and insurance
  • Health and community-based services
  • Legal disputes and litigation

Our outstanding track record of mediation, negotiation, amicable resolutions, and successful court appearances make Coleman Greig the lawyers and accredited specialists you need when disputes and litigation rear their ugly heads. Our unrivalled negotiators do everything possible to reach agreements that negate litigation, and our commercial advice lawyer will offer clear, concise recommendations with this in mind. We know the law inside-out and always provide commercial legal advice that gives the best chance of success.

If a court hearing is unavoidable, you can relax knowing that Coleman Greig has the experience, meticulous attention to detail, and tenacity to pursue the best possible outcome.

Why Choose Our Commercial Advice Lawyer Services?

We offer comprehensive commercial legal advice regardless of your location in Australia and guarantee the undivided attention of our experienced legal team whenever they are working on your case. While many legal issues have standard procedures and responses, many are more intricate, and we will tailor our services to your specific needs in each case.

How Our Commercial Legal Advice Can Benefit Your Business

Aside from the services and concepts mentioned above, Coleman Greig produces a range of informative materials, from webinar recordings and publications to plain English guides and ebooks. These are designed to support businesses and simplify commercial law. The latest news and alerts can be found in our extensive media centre, where regular blogs are posted. You will also find information about our regular events, like the Coleman Greig Challenge, and any listed career opportunities.

Tailored Solutions and Commercial Law Advice from Expert Lawyers

We take a very open, communicative approach to working with our clients. This allows us to understand their legal issues better and do what we can to oblige. Even routine legal work is assessed with the specific client in mind, and all our services are tailored to your exact needs. If you want to learn more, please don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions or comments.

Plain English Guides

Plain English Guide to Personal Property Securities Act - PPSA and PPSR

The PPSA commenced on 30 January 2012, bringing with it significant changes to the area of security interests taken in personal property (generally, non-land assets).  

Plain English Guide to The Responsibilities of a Director

Being appointed as a Director of a company is very important. Not only does it increase your personal day-to-day responsibilities, it also increases the responsibility and accountability you have to the company and its shareholders.

 

Plain English Guide to Buying and Selling a Business

Buying or selling a business is a major decision (for both parties). Regardless of whether you are the seller or the buyer of a business there are a number of considerations that you should take account of to ensure a successful outcome.

Insights

Festive season: Managing public holiday work obligations

Employers are gearing up for a run of public holidays. Provisions requiring an employee to work on a public holiday in certain circumstances have been commonplace and not overly concerning. However, the Federal Court recently held that such a provision contravened the National Employment Standards.

FAQs: Your Questions About Commercial Law Advice Answered

Family law applies to all cases involving the legal responsibilities of individuals sharing a domestic connection. These typically include individuals related by blood or marriage but can also be applied to situations related to distant or casual relationships. A family law firm can help clients with a wide range of contentious issues, including:

  • Filing for separation or divorce 
  • Child support payments 
  • Child custody 
  • Visitation rights 
  • Other means of child support 
  • Marriage annulment (for short marriages)
  • The division of property 
  • The prevention of physical and emotional abuse

Commercial law advice is a surefire way to ensure that your business runs as smoothly as possible and does not run afoul of legal issues. Some critical functions of commercial legal advice include:

  • Contracts
    Notoriously tricky to navigate, detailed business contracts are best drawn up and assessed by legal experts from either side. This minimises the risk of unwanted caveats and misunderstandings leading to poor relations.
  • Business structure
    Any fledgling company should seek commercial legal advice before registering. Experts can suggest the best structure to choose and how it will affect factors like tax obligations and liability.
  • Registration
    Correctly registering your business is a cornerstone of any new endeavour, and legal experts can ensure this is done correctly and no conflicts with other companies are created.
  • Intellectual property rights
    Protecting your concepts, design choices, and branding is critical to success and is best handled by experienced lawyers.
  • Tax law compliance
    Another complex issue that trips up many new businesses, tax obligations and potential deductions are best left to experts like Coleman Greig.
  • Employment law and workers/human rights
    From non-discriminatory hiring practices and contracts to workplace safety.
  • Insurance
    Well-informed insurance policy choices can be the difference between make or break if things go awry and a claim is made.

Seeking commercial law advice from Coleman Greig can be a highly effective way to save money and time, mitigate risks, and banish the stress of complex legal matters.

Any commercial advice lawyer worth considering will have the following attributes:

  • Appropriate qualifications and demonstrable expertise
    This is especially important in areas like commercial law, which can be a minefield to the unfamiliar.
  • Positive, trusted reviews and testimonials
    Although online reviews should always be taken with a pinch of salt, consistent positive reviews can indicate quality.
  • Vision and flexibility
    The best commercial lawyers have clearly defined goals for each client and can adapt and react as circumstances change.
  • Quality in all aspects
    From advertisements and premises to business cards, your chosen commercial advice lawyer should demonstrate attention to detail and high standards.
  • Courteous, respectful attitude
    We all know people who work in specialised industries that can be off-hand and aloof when dealing with people with a lesser understanding. Mutual respect is non-negotiable.
  • Clearly stated values
    Your chosen legal experts must adhere to the rules and regulations that apply in any given scenario. Compliance is of the utmost importance in matters of commercial law.
  • Clear, concise communication
    Nobody likes to be left in the dark, especially when crucial legal matters are part of the equation. The best lawyers communicate openly with their clients and do not hide unpleasant truths from them.

Choosing the right commercial advice lawyer involves a little research and judgment unless you choose Coleman Greig, and we guarantee you’ll be in the safest hands in the business!

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