Commercial
Practical legal advice for businesses at every stage, from start-ups and growing enterprises to established organisations and complex corporate groups.
We provide strategic commercial law solutions designed to protect your interests, manage risk, and support long-term growth. Our Perth-based team works closely with business owners, directors, investors, and executives to deliver clear, commercially focused advice that helps you make confident decisions.
Business & corporate
advisory
Whether you're establishing a new venture, restructuring an existing business, or planning for future growth, we provide practical guidance tailored to your commercial objectives.
Mergers, acquisitions
& business sales
From due diligence through to completion, we help clients navigate complex transactions with confidence and clarity.
Corporate governance
& compliance
We assist businesses in meeting their legal obligations while implementing governance frameworks that support sustainable growth and accountability.
Business succession
planning
Protect the future of your legacy and ensure a smooth transition of ownership. We assist business owners in developing comprehensive succession strategies, addressing everything from family transitions and management buy-outs to third-party sales. Our goal is to provide certainty for your family, your staff, and your stakeholders
Shareholder &
partnership agreements
Protect your business relationships with carefully structured agreements that reduce uncertainty and provide clear pathways for dispute resolution.
Commercial
contracts
We draft, review, negotiate, and advise on a broad range of commercial agreements, ensuring your arrangements are legally sound and commercially effective.
Property &
leasing
Our team advises landlords, tenants, developers, and investors on commercial property transactions, leasing arrangements, and property-related business matters.
What you can expect
Our approach to commercial law
We work closely with business owners, directors, and investors to give clear, practical guidance that helps you make confident decisions. From contracts and structuring through to mergers and acquisitions, we focus on outcomes that move your business forward.
Whether you're managing risk or planning for growth, getting the right advice from the start makes all the difference to your long-term success.
Approach
Mitch and Peter have been excellent. They went above and beyond for me. They are easily reachable and their work is flawless. I will be recommending them to anyone.
Commercial questions
Frequently asked questions
Here are some questions our clients often ask us before we start working together. Head over to our FAQs page for more.
You aren’t legally required to use a lawyer, but it is a very good idea.
A lawyer ensures the contract is valid, protects your interests, and covers "what if" scenarios you might not think of. While you can write one yourself or use a template, a lawyer helps prevent expensive misunderstandings or legal loopholes that could cause problems later.
A successful business purchase requires thorough due diligence to verify assets, employee contracts, and any hidden liabilities. We manage the entire transaction from the initial Business Sale Agreement through to settlement to ensure the value you are paying for is legally protected.
You must review the rent-review mechanisms, make-good obligations, and any personal guarantees that could create long-term financial exposure. We ensure your commercial lease provides the flexibility your business needs while strictly limiting your liability.
Exiting a commercial lease early usually requires a negotiated surrender, a formal lease assignment, or exercising a specific "break clause" in your agreement. We review your contract to identify the most cost-effective exit strategy while managing your exposure to rent and outgoings.
We recommend issuing a formal letter of demand as a primary step to resolve the debt without the cost of a full court hearing. If the debt remains unpaid, we can initiate debt recovery proceedings or statutory demands to secure payment and protect your cash flow.
A letter of demand is a formal letter sent to someone, asking them to do something they are legally required to do, usually before taking legal action. Such a letter is generally sent for matters including but not limited to unpaid invoices or debts, breach of a contract, damage to property, failure to return money or goods. It is often used to try to resolve a dispute without going to court, giving the other party a final opportunity to fix the problem.
