Business & commercial
Commercial relationships, transactions and business disputes. The first step is to understand the facts, the relevant documents and the stage your matter has reached.
Matters within this area
- Business and corporate matters
- Commercial contracts and disputes
- Business arrangements and documentation
What to bring
Bring the complete papers, including attachments and previous responses. Useful starting documents can include the following.
- Entity and authority documents
- Contracts and relevant correspondence
- Payment, delivery and performance records
Questions before we speak
How do I arrange a conversation?
Call or email the office with your preferred time and a brief description of the subject. Arrange the discussion before sending sensitive documents.
Can you assess the likely result from a short message?
A meaningful assessment depends on the facts, complete documents, applicable law and procedural stage. A short message is a starting point for arranging that review.
Guides for this area
Browse all 18 guidesPartnership agreements — decisions to record before drafting
Agree the commercial decisions before asking for a deed. Capital, work, profit sharing, authority and exit arrangements need specific instructions.
BusinessPartnership or LLP — comparing the legal structure
The choice affects legal personality, liability, governance and compliance. It should follow the intended business and risk allocation rather than only setup cost.
BusinessRegistration of a partnership and section 69
Check registration and the recorded partners before enforcing contractual rights in court. An unregistered firm's position involves statutory restrictions and…
BusinessA partner’s authority to bind the firm
Identify the act, the business and the partner's actual or implied authority. An internal disagreement does not always answer the firm's position towards an…
BusinessAdmitting a new partner
Record the consent, effective date and financial arrangements before treating a new participant as a partner. Working in the business and joining the partnership…
BusinessRetirement from a partnership
Plan the legal exit, accounts and dealings with third parties together. Leaving daily work does not necessarily complete retirement or end every liability.