Business & Commercial Law Brisbane

Whether you are starting a business and looking for legal advice, looking for a business lawyer in Brisbane to assist with litigation or a commercial contract lawyer to help you buy or sell a business – our team of business solicitors can help. From advising on corporate governance to proposing business and asset structures, our commercial lawyers provide valuable, in-depth knowledge that will contribute to the success and longevity of your business.

As a firm known for being a leader in commercial and business law in Brisbane, the team at Creagh Weightman Lawyers knows Australian business laws through and through and has sound experience delivering comprehensive advice across many different industries. Our business lawyers in Brisbane offer practical legal solutions to individuals, small businesses and SMEs. We can advise you directly or assist in-house legal teams.

Whether you are starting a business and looking for legal advice, seeking assistance to navigate litigation, or require a contract lawyer in Brisbane to facilitate the purchase or sale of a business – our team of commercial law experts stands ready to assist. 

Our Legal Services for Business:

As a leading commercial law firm, we provide a broad range of services for commercial transactions. For specialist commercial law in Brisbane CBD, talk to a Creagh Weightman business and commercial contract lawyer who can offer assistance for the following commercial law matters:

Business Structuring

If you are establishing a new business enterprise we can help you make sure that you are setting the business up soundly, whether by a partnership, joint venture, company, trust or franchise. If you’re looking to restructure your business, our corporate lawyers can help with partnership dissolutions and corporate restructures.

Business contracts

A well-drafted contract is the key to safeguarding your business from potential threats. With our knowledge of contract law, our commercial law Brisbane team are skilled in preparing and reviewing commercial contracts and other legally binding agreements, including partnership agreements (such as shareholder agreements and joint venture agreements).

Our business contract lawyers in Brisbane make sure that the contract terms and conditions are suitable for your business now and into the future and ensure that due diligence standards are met. We also handle contract disputes, offering solution-tailored advice to resolve them. 

Commercial Disputes and Commercial Litigation

As leading commercial lawyers in Brisbane, we offer dispute resolution services and business litigation covering a wide range of problems including breach of contract, building and property disputes, debt recovery, copyright infringement, partnership disputes and corporations law.

Corporations law

We can assist with shareholders agreements, advice on corporate governance, documenting company administrations.

Franchises

If you’re looking to buy into a franchise we can help you go through the franchise agreement and franchisor disclosure documents to make sure that you are aware of all of the issues that could make or break your new business.

Copyright, Trademarks and Patents

We can help you manage and enforce your intellectual property rights, including litigation where needed. We can also help you with registering designs, patents and trademarks.

Property and Leasing

Our business law experts are well-versed in property law and can assist with retail leasing and commercial leasing for both landlords and tenants. We can also assist with the sale or purchase of commercial property, as well as property development matters.

Commercial Law and Small Business Legal Advice

Our Brisbane law firm offers small business legal help in a wide range of matters including trade practices law and consumer law. Our small business lawyers will guide you in affordable and cost-effective solutions.

Workplace and Employment

We can draw up or review employment contracts and workplace agreements as well as assist with disputes and unfair dismissals. We can also assist with occupational health and safety issues.

Bankruptcy and Insolvency

We can assist with the whole process of recovering money owed to you from an initial Letter of Demand through to Statement of Claim and Court Judgment.

Taxation and Finance

We have the knowledge and experience to assist with taxation legal matters. Our Brisbane commercial lawyers can draft and review mortgages, guarantees, charges and other securities documentation as well as advise in regard to GST, Capital Gains and Land Tax.

Business Succession and Asset Protection

You need a plan in place to make sure that your business and personal assets are protected. We can work with your business and family to devise a plan that keeps your hard-won assets safe through unit, discretionary and family trusts, Wills and/or Powers of Attorney.

Why Choose Creagh Weightman Lawyers?

Creagh Weightman Lawyers is Brisbane’s firm of leading lawyers for general corporate and commercial law services. Our specialists in business and commercial law in Brisbane can help get business startups and micro-businesses off to a good start and help nurture and sustain more established businesses and corporate enterprises. We assist corporations of all sizes – from publicly listed companies to family businesses – in navigating the legal process. From contract drafting to succession planning, our business lawyers Brisbane bring a wealth of expertise to every facet of your business journey.

Going beyond the conventional, we are proactive problem solvers. As one of the best commercial law firms in Brisbane, we are adept at anticipating challenges and providing innovative solutions. Approaching each case with a forward-thinking mindset, our corporate advisory team ensures your business is not merely legally compliant but strategically positioned for enduring success. We have extensive experience in the field of business and commercial law allows us to provide outstanding client service. For commercial contract lawyers or general corporate law experts who can give you peace of mind, choose Creagh Weightman.

Contact us to find out more about our business and commercial law practices, seek legal advice, or arrange a consultation with a trusted business lawyer experienced in commercial law in Brisbane CBD. 

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