Commercial & 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.

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.

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.

How It Works: Our Simple Divorce 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.

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      Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I can’t recommend Laurie highly enough.

We had a very urgent situation where a loan needed to settle within two days, and we desperately needed a solicitor to review guarantor loan documents to make settlement happen on time. Laurie stepped in immediately and was willing to help even outside of normal working hours, which made all the difference.

As a mortgage broker, I understand how critical timing and responsiveness are in these situations, and Laurie was not only incredibly professional but also genuinely lovely to deal with throughout the process.

Thanks to his help, everything was reviewed in time and the settlement went through smoothly. We’re extremely grateful and I’ll definitely be sending more clients his way.

Thank you again, Laurie!
  
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     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. They are always there to support with my family circumstances changing. I am grateful for the personal feel and professional service. Thank you Laurie.
  
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     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The best lawyer I have come across in years, very thorough, very informative and just an all round honest and genuine bloke
  
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     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Luary great service knowledge of the situation excellent
  
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     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very good advice from Laurie.
  
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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.