Areas of expertise

In commercial agreements, seemingly minor details can have significant consequences relating to pricing, delivery terms, liability and confidentiality. With cross-industry experience and in-depth expertise in commercial risk analysis, we help secure business advantages, long-term certainty and clear, practical agreements.

Successful construction projects require careful planning and consideration of multiple legal and practical aspects. Construction work is normally carried out under industry standard agreements such as AB 04, ABT 06 and ABS 09, but these should be supplemented with bespoke contract terms tailored to the specific circumstances of each project. When planning construction projects, planning and building regulations as well as environmental law considerations must also be addressed.

We advise on ownership and governance matters for private and public companies as well as start-ups. Our focus is on creating the conditions for effective collaboration through well-structured governance and practical legal solutions that enable efficient management and well-functioning share ownership. We assist withcompany formation, capital raising and financing, shareholder agreements, generational changes, board responsibilities and corporate documents for the board and general meetings. We assist with, among other things, company formation, capital raising and financing, shareholder agreements, succession planning, board responsibilities and board and general meeting documentation.

In business, commercial disputes are virtually inevitable. They may involve unpaid debts, unjustified claims, failed collaborations or investments, shareholder disputes, breaches of contract or damages claims. Dispute resolution covers virtually all situations where disagreements have arisen. Early intervention is often crucial: conducting risk analysis and securing evidence before a dispute escalates can maximise your prospects of success or avoid litigation altogether.

As an employer, you encounter issues relating to employment law on a daily basis. These may concern employment contracts, confidentiality agreements and consultancy agreements. Employment law also covers dismissals, redundancies, staff cuts and conflict management in the workplace. Employee transitions may also raise trade secret matters that need to be addressed.

When life changes, you need guidance that gives you peace of mind. Our experienced team specialises in family law and can assist you with matters ranging from drafting agreements to resolving disputes in matters such as divorce and succession planning. Our lawyers also serve as property division administrators and estate administrators. We also offer training and lectures on matrimonial finance matters.with everything from drafting agreements to dispute resolution in cases such as divorce and generational change. Our lawyers also take on assignments as property division administrators and estate administrators/liquidators. We also offer lectures on financial family law.

In a functioning market economy, companies will inevitably encounter payment difficulties from time to time. This may result from customers who cannot or will not pay their invoices, or from temporary cash flow challenges affecting the company's earning capacity. Many such problems can be resolved through voluntary arrangements, including payment concessions or instalment plans. However, when difficulties become serious, specialist insolvency advice is essential.

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and investments require careful handling due to their complexity and cross-disciplinary nature. We combine commercial acumen with specialist expertise across multiple industries and areas of law. Our flexibility and broad knowledge enable us to assemble the right team for each transaction, delivering advice grounded in extensive experience and strong commitment.

We assist both contracting authorities and suppliers (tenderers) throughout the procurement process. We review procurement documents, such as tender documents, tenders and contracts. We also investigate the possibilities for – and assist with – review, invalidity and damages proceedings.

We assist companies and private individuals with property law issues, such as leasehold, easement, planning and building permit issues, property formation and disputes concerning property defects. Our lawyers also assist property owners and tenants on an ongoing basis in tenancy law matters.

Tenant-ownership associations own and manage substantial economic assets and handle matters across many areas of law. The board's responsibilities range from finances, monthly fees and membership issues to property maintenance, procurement of contractors and the role as landlord for residential and commercial premises. We are an experienced legal partner who can support and guide the board with commitment and precision.

Tort and insurance law issues affect both individuals and businesses. For companies, this typically involves claims under liability insurance, property insurance or business interruption insurance. Common issues include interpreting policy terms, establishing causation, managing limitation periods and resolving disputes. Whilst the goal is often to avoid litigation, disputes may nevertheless arise during or after claims settlement.