Commercial and Business Law
Clear Advice for Your Business
Running a business is demanding. You need to focus on what you do best, serving your customers and growing your company, not on confusing contracts or worrying about legal risks. You need a legal partner who is practical, accessible, and speaks your language.
Irvine Lawyers provides clear, commercially-minded advice to small and medium-sized businesses across Victoria, protecting your interests so you can get on with business.
Why Choose Irvine Lawyers for Your Business
- We Understand Small Business: Practical, no-nonsense advice that solves problems without creating more.
- Commercially-Minded Advice: Legal advice explained in a commercial context to help your bottom line.
- Accessible & Approachable Team: Speak directly to a lawyer who understands your business. We build long-term partnerships.
- Clear & Transparent Pricing: Fixed fees for common services and clear cost estimates for complex matters.
Commercial and Business Law: What It Covers
- Debt Recovery: Staged process starting with a Letter of Demand, progressing to court action if necessary, and enforcement of judgments.
- Insolvency Recovery: Assistance if a debtor company is insolvent, including statutory demands, Proof of Debt, and liaising with liquidators or administrators.
How It Works: Our Business Partnership Process
- Free Initial Consult: 30-minute, no-obligation chat to discuss your business and legal needs.
- Clear Strategy & Quote: Practical strategy with transparent fixed-fee or cost estimate.
- We Get to Work: Efficient execution of legal work, from drafting contracts to sending letters of demand.
- Practical Completion: Clear explanations in plain English, highlighting outcomes and next steps.
Pricing & Transparency
We offer fixed fees for many services, including company setup, contract reviews, and business sales. For disputes or litigation, we provide clear cost estimates and keep you updated. First 30-minute consultation is always free.
Common Situations We Handle
- Business legal advice for Melbourne and Victoria SMEs.
- Reviewing Terms of Trade or client agreements.
- Assisting with business sale or acquisition.
- Reviewing complex supplier agreements.
- Advising on disputes with partners, suppliers, or customers.
- Setting up appropriate company or trust structures for new businesses.
Meet Our Team
Our commercial lawyers are practical, sharp, and business-savvy. We understand the pressures Victorian business owners face because we live and work in the same communities. We build long-term partnerships, offering timely advice when you need it.
Service Areas & Contact
From our offices in Warrnambool and South Morang, we provide practical legal advice to businesses across greater Melbourne and regional Victoria.
Call us on (03) 9422 5439 for South Morang or (03) 5562 9196 for Warrnambool, or Book your free 30-minute case assessment online.
FAQs: Business Law in Victoria
I’m just starting a business. When do I need a lawyer?
Before you start. We advise on business structures, essential documents like Terms of Trade, and ways to protect your personal assets.
What’s the difference between a commercial and a retail lease?
Retail leases are for shops/cafes under the Retail Leases Act 2003, giving tenants extra rights. Commercial leases cover offices/warehouses and have fewer protections.
What’s the difference between a contractor and an employee?
Employees have entitlements like superannuation and leave. Contractors are independent businesses. Misclassification can lead to penalties.
Can’t I just use a cheap online contract template?
Templates are risky. They are generic, may not comply with Victorian law, and won’t address your specific risks. Lawyer-drafted contracts prevent costly disputes.
How much does a business lawyer cost?
Fixed fees for common tasks; clear estimates for complex work. First 30-minute consult is free to assess your situation with no obligation.