Ensure the terms of your lease protect your rights and allow you to run your business from a space that suits your needs.
Avoid expensive mistakes down the track, with expert advice that helps ensure your success post-settlement.
Need a legal letter of advice to show the bank? No problem. We can certify that you understand your obligations.
Future-proof your assets with an air-tight agreement that creates a smooth transition for all parties in the event of unexpected changes.
Make sure contracted work is carried out to your specifications and within agreed timeframes.
Restructuring your business can be a tricky process. We help you understand tax implications, legal requirements, and risks.
Let’s get to know each other and how we can help.
We send a fixed-price proposal for your review.
You sign the dotted line, and we get to work.
We finalise all arrangements and toast to your success.
Protect yourself against legal and financial loss with a team of experts who know exactly what to look for to ensure your rights, and goals, are secured.
We provide advice to landlords and tenants for office, commercial, industrial, and retail spaces. We can help you with:
These are building costs to be covered by the tenant (like land tax, Council rates, water, and sewage, body corporate feeds, garden maintenance etc.). They can be charged to you at the actual cost (which can vary each time) or as a fixed amount included in your regular rent. Each approach has different benefits so it’s best to seek professional advice.
Most leases allow for annual rent increases. There are a few ways to calculate how much it can go up, and it’s worth checking to ensure you’re satisfied with the potential increase.
Who pays for the lease to be drafted? The two most common options are:
This is a negotiable term, so seeking legal advice is recommended to ensure both parties are satisfied.
Leases usually require the property to be returned in the same or better condition as when it was received. There can be variations between leases, so it’s important to make sure you don’t end up with an expensive obligation at the end.
The landlord or bank holds your security bond until the end of your lease, in case you breach it and cause your landlord financial loss.
If you don’t know your rights or all the terms you’re agreeing to, it can lead to big problems for you in the future. So, it’s always a good idea to get legal advice first.
Make the purchase or sale of your business as smooth and stress-free as possible, with a team who knows how to get you the best deal.
When buying or selling a business, the first step is understanding exactly what action you need to take. This is where our team of proactive business solicitors come in. Our role goes beyond managing the legal stuff. We’re to advise you every step of the way so you make the best decisions for your future.
Here’s how we can help:
If you need a legal letter of advice to obtain business lending, we’re here to help.
If you’re a director or business owner who’s not registered as having any involvement in the business, a bank will ask you to get a letter of legal advice to prove you’re aware of your legal obligations. Put simply, this shows the bank you (the guarantor) know what you’re getting into before you sign the contract.
We meet with you to discuss everything and send this certificate to the financial institution, verifying you got independent advice from us.
Set the right ground rules and guard against future disputes, sales, and strategy changes among shareholders.
With solid legal advice and a binding agreement, you’ll ensure potential risks and disputes can be managed successfully now and in the future. While the Corporations Act doesn’t require you to have a Shareholders Agreement, it’s the best way to safeguard your future against the unexpected.
The unexpected can look like:
Your agreement puts conditions in place so there is a clear path forward for everyone involved, should these circumstances arise.
Contracted work can get messy when responsibilities aren’t clarified. A performance agreement ensures everyone sticks to their obligations, requirements, and timelines.
Legali can help you understand your rights and obligations whether you want to establish a performance agreement or if you’ve been requested to follow one. We’ll provide advice and coordinate negotiations to ensure everyone is happy with the terms.
Choosing the right structure involves complex legal and tax obligations. Legali helps you implement one that meets all requirements and benefits everyone involved.
Setting up the wrong structure can have varied impacts on your business. At best, it can cause countless future headaches and become a drain on your time and resources. At worst, it can have significant legal and financial consequences.
Our team can help you choose the right structure for your new business or review your current business structure and advise you on the best way forward. We pave a clear path to your success, by helping you get it right the first time.
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