{"id":1844,"date":"2026-07-17T12:58:10","date_gmt":"2026-07-17T02:58:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dev.maguirelegal.com.au\/?page_id=1844"},"modified":"2026-07-17T16:03:07","modified_gmt":"2026-07-17T06:03:07","slug":"business-lawyers-australia","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/dev.maguirelegal.com.au\/blog\/business-lawyers-australia\/","title":{"rendered":"Business Lawyers for Australian Businesses"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Practical advice from experienced business lawyers Australia-wide helping Australian businesses of all sizes establish strong legal foundations, manage corporate risk and make informed commercial decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Maguire Legal advises business owners, directors, shareholders and management teams across Australia on business structures, corporate governance, ownership arrangements, transactions and ongoing legal obligations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you are establishing a business, changing its ownership structure, negotiating a shareholder agreement, acquiring or selling a business or managing a dispute between stakeholders, we provide clear and commercially focused advice on the appropriate way forward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Speak with a business lawyer about your organisation.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.maguirelegal.com.au\/contact\">Request a consultation<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Business and Corporate Law Advice<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Important business decisions can have lasting legal, financial and operational consequences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The structure selected when a business is established may affect liability, ownership, control, taxation, succession and access to investment. Agreements between shareholders or business partners may determine how decisions are made, how profits are distributed and what happens when a relationship ends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Directors must also understand their duties and ensure that significant corporate decisions are properly considered, authorised and documented.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our business lawyers help organisations establish appropriate legal arrangements, understand their obligations and respond effectively when ownership, management or commercial circumstances change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How We Assist Businesses<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;autoclose&quot;: false, &quot;accordionItems&quot;: [] }\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/accordion\" role=\"group\" class=\"wp-block-accordion is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-is-layout-flow\">\n<div data-wp-class--is-open=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;id&quot;: &quot;accordion-item-1&quot;, &quot;openByDefault&quot;: false }\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initAccordionItems\" data-wp-on-window--hashchange=\"callbacks.hashChange\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-item is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-item-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading\"><button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-item-1-panel\" data-wp-bind--aria-expanded=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.toggle\" id=\"accordion-item-1\" type=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle\"><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-title\">Business Structures and Establishment<\/span><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div aria-labelledby=\"accordion-item-1\" data-wp-bind--hidden=\"state.isHidden\" data-wp-on--beforematch=\"actions.handleBeforeMatch\" id=\"accordion-item-1-panel\" role=\"region\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-panel is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-panel-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Choosing the right legal structure is an important step when establishing, acquiring or expanding a business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We advise on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>company structures;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>partnerships;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>joint ventures;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>trusts and corporate trustees;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>group structures;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>special-purpose entities;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ownership and control arrangements;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>allocation of liability;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>business registrations;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>establishment documents; and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>restructuring existing operations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We work with clients and, where appropriate, their accountants and tax advisers to ensure the proposed structure reflects the business\u2019s commercial objectives.r party and advise on provisions that may create legal, financial or operational risks.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;autoclose&quot;: false, &quot;accordionItems&quot;: [] }\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/accordion\" role=\"group\" class=\"wp-block-accordion is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-is-layout-flow\">\n<div data-wp-class--is-open=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;id&quot;: &quot;accordion-item-2&quot;, &quot;openByDefault&quot;: false }\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initAccordionItems\" data-wp-on-window--hashchange=\"callbacks.hashChange\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-item is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-item-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading\"><button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-item-2-panel\" data-wp-bind--aria-expanded=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.toggle\" id=\"accordion-item-2\" type=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle\"><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-title\">Company Establishment and Corporate Documentation<\/span><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div aria-labelledby=\"accordion-item-2\" data-wp-bind--hidden=\"state.isHidden\" data-wp-on--beforematch=\"actions.handleBeforeMatch\" id=\"accordion-item-2-panel\" role=\"region\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-panel is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-panel-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A company should be supported by clear governance arrangements, accurate corporate records and properly documented decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We assist with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>company establishment;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>company constitutions;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>replaceable rules;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>corporate registers;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>director and shareholder resolutions;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>meeting minutes;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>share issue documentation;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>consent to act documents;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>corporate authorities;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>governance procedures; and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>amendments to existing company arrangements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Clear corporate documentation can reduce uncertainty, establish decision-making authority and demonstrate that important company decisions were properly approved.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;autoclose&quot;: false, &quot;accordionItems&quot;: [] }\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/accordion\" role=\"group\" class=\"wp-block-accordion is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-is-layout-flow\">\n<div data-wp-class--is-open=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;id&quot;: &quot;accordion-item-3&quot;, &quot;openByDefault&quot;: false }\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initAccordionItems\" data-wp-on-window--hashchange=\"callbacks.hashChange\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-item is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-item-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading\"><button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-item-3-panel\" data-wp-bind--aria-expanded=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.toggle\" id=\"accordion-item-3\" type=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle\"><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-title\">Shareholder Agreements<\/span><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div aria-labelledby=\"accordion-item-3\" data-wp-bind--hidden=\"state.isHidden\" data-wp-on--beforematch=\"actions.handleBeforeMatch\" id=\"accordion-item-3-panel\" role=\"region\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-panel is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-panel-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A shareholder agreement records the rights, obligations and expectations of a company\u2019s owners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We prepare and review shareholder agreements addressing:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>ownership and voting rights;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>appointment and removal of directors;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>management responsibilities;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>reserved matters;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>funding obligations;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>dividend policies;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>transfer of shares;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>pre-emptive rights;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>entry of new shareholders;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>confidentiality obligations;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>restraints of trade;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>deadlock procedures;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>dispute resolution;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>compulsory transfer events;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>shareholder exits; and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the sale of the business.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Putting a clear agreement in place while relationships are positive can help prevent uncertainty and costly disputes later.ly and commercially sensible resolution. Where formal proceedings are necessary, we help the business assess its position and pursue an appropriate strategy.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;autoclose&quot;: false, &quot;accordionItems&quot;: [] }\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/accordion\" role=\"group\" class=\"wp-block-accordion is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-is-layout-flow\">\n<div data-wp-class--is-open=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;id&quot;: &quot;accordion-item-4&quot;, &quot;openByDefault&quot;: false }\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initAccordionItems\" data-wp-on-window--hashchange=\"callbacks.hashChange\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-item is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-item-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading\"><button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-item-4-panel\" data-wp-bind--aria-expanded=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.toggle\" id=\"accordion-item-4\" type=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle\"><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-title\">Partnership and Joint Venture Agreements<\/span><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div aria-labelledby=\"accordion-item-4\" data-wp-bind--hidden=\"state.isHidden\" data-wp-on--beforematch=\"actions.handleBeforeMatch\" id=\"accordion-item-4-panel\" role=\"region\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-panel is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-panel-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Businesses may collaborate through partnerships, incorporated joint ventures or contractual joint ventures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We prepare and advise on agreements dealing with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>each party\u2019s contributions;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ownership of assets;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>decision-making authority;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>allocation of profits and losses;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>management responsibilities;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>performance obligations;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>intellectual property;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>confidentiality;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>funding requirements;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>liability and indemnities;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>admission of new participants;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>withdrawal or termination;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>deadlock procedures; and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>dispute resolution.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The agreement should clearly define the scope of the relationship and provide a process for managing foreseeable risks.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;autoclose&quot;: false, &quot;accordionItems&quot;: [] }\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/accordion\" role=\"group\" class=\"wp-block-accordion is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-is-layout-flow\">\n<div data-wp-class--is-open=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;id&quot;: &quot;accordion-item-5&quot;, &quot;openByDefault&quot;: false }\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initAccordionItems\" data-wp-on-window--hashchange=\"callbacks.hashChange\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-item is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-item-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading\"><button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-item-5-panel\" data-wp-bind--aria-expanded=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.toggle\" id=\"accordion-item-5\" type=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle\"><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-title\">Corporate Governance<\/span><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div aria-labelledby=\"accordion-item-5\" data-wp-bind--hidden=\"state.isHidden\" data-wp-on--beforematch=\"actions.handleBeforeMatch\" id=\"accordion-item-5-panel\" role=\"region\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-panel is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-panel-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Effective corporate governance supports accountability, informed decision-making and responsible business management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our corporate lawyers advise companies, directors and management teams on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>governance frameworks;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>board procedures;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>delegations of authority;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>appointment and removal of directors;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>conflicts of interest;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>related-party transactions;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>board and shareholder approvals;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>corporate policies;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>meeting procedures;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>corporate record-keeping;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>decision-making processes; and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>governance disputes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We help organisations implement governance arrangements suited to their size, ownership structure and operations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;autoclose&quot;: false, &quot;accordionItems&quot;: [] }\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/accordion\" role=\"group\" class=\"wp-block-accordion is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-is-layout-flow\">\n<div data-wp-class--is-open=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;id&quot;: &quot;accordion-item-6&quot;, &quot;openByDefault&quot;: false }\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initAccordionItems\" data-wp-on-window--hashchange=\"callbacks.hashChange\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-item is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-item-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading\"><button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-item-6-panel\" data-wp-bind--aria-expanded=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.toggle\" id=\"accordion-item-6\" type=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle\"><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-title\">Directors&#8217; Duties and Responsibilities<\/span><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div aria-labelledby=\"accordion-item-6\" data-wp-bind--hidden=\"state.isHidden\" data-wp-on--beforematch=\"actions.handleBeforeMatch\" id=\"accordion-item-6-panel\" role=\"region\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-panel is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-panel-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Directors and officers have significant statutory and general law obligations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We advise on matters involving:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>duties of care and diligence;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>acting in good faith and for a proper purpose;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>misuse of position or information;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>actual and potential conflicts of interest;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>insolvent trading risks;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>reliance on professional advice;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>delegation of responsibilities;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>board decision-making;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>access to company information;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>director liability; and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>disputes concerning directors\u2019 conduct.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Obtaining advice before making a significant or contested decision can help directors identify and manage both personal and corporate risk.ercially focused, with careful consideration given to the strength of the claim, the likely costs, the prospects of recovery and the broader impact of litigation on the business.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;autoclose&quot;: false, &quot;accordionItems&quot;: [] }\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/accordion\" role=\"group\" class=\"wp-block-accordion is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-is-layout-flow\">\n<div data-wp-class--is-open=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;id&quot;: &quot;accordion-item-7&quot;, &quot;openByDefault&quot;: false }\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initAccordionItems\" data-wp-on-window--hashchange=\"callbacks.hashChange\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-item is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-item-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading\"><button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-item-7-panel\" data-wp-bind--aria-expanded=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.toggle\" id=\"accordion-item-7\" type=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle\"><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-title\">Business Sales and Acquisitions<\/span><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div aria-labelledby=\"accordion-item-7\" data-wp-bind--hidden=\"state.isHidden\" data-wp-on--beforematch=\"actions.handleBeforeMatch\" id=\"accordion-item-7-panel\" role=\"region\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-panel is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-panel-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Buying or selling a business requires careful assessment of the proposed transaction, the assets and liabilities being transferred and the obligations that will continue after completion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We assist buyers and sellers with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>business sale agreements;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>share sale agreements;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>asset sale agreements;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>transaction structures;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>heads of agreement;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>confidentiality agreements;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>legal due diligence;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>warranties and indemnities;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>purchase-price adjustments;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>conditions precedent;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>restraints of trade;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>employee transfer issues;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>assignment of contracts and leases;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>completion arrangements; and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>post-completion obligations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We help clients understand the transaction documents, identify material risks and negotiate terms that reflect the agreed commercial outcome.ents, the debtor\u2019s position and whether recovery is commercially proportionate.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;autoclose&quot;: false, &quot;accordionItems&quot;: [] }\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/accordion\" role=\"group\" class=\"wp-block-accordion is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-is-layout-flow\">\n<div data-wp-class--is-open=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;id&quot;: &quot;accordion-item-8&quot;, &quot;openByDefault&quot;: false }\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initAccordionItems\" data-wp-on-window--hashchange=\"callbacks.hashChange\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-item is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-item-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading\"><button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-item-8-panel\" data-wp-bind--aria-expanded=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.toggle\" id=\"accordion-item-8\" type=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle\"><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-title\">Legal Due Diligence<\/span><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div aria-labelledby=\"accordion-item-8\" data-wp-bind--hidden=\"state.isHidden\" data-wp-on--beforematch=\"actions.handleBeforeMatch\" id=\"accordion-item-8-panel\" role=\"region\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-panel is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-panel-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Legal due diligence helps a purchaser, investor or incoming shareholder understand the legal position of a business before committing to a transaction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our review may consider:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>ownership of business assets;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>material contracts;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>customer and supplier arrangements;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>corporate records;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>share ownership;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>intellectual property;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>licences and approvals;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>employment arrangements;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>existing or threatened disputes;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>financing and security interests;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>property and leasing arrangements;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>warranties and liabilities; and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>regulatory compliance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We identify material issues and explain how they may affect the proposed transaction, purchase price or contractual protections required.s implemented can reduce uncertainty and help avoid future disputes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;autoclose&quot;: false, &quot;accordionItems&quot;: [] }\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/accordion\" role=\"group\" class=\"wp-block-accordion is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-is-layout-flow\">\n<div data-wp-class--is-open=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;id&quot;: &quot;accordion-item-9&quot;, &quot;openByDefault&quot;: false }\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initAccordionItems\" data-wp-on-window--hashchange=\"callbacks.hashChange\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-item is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-item-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading\"><button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-item-9-panel\" data-wp-bind--aria-expanded=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.toggle\" id=\"accordion-item-9\" type=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle\"><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-title\">Business Restructures<\/span><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div aria-labelledby=\"accordion-item-9\" data-wp-bind--hidden=\"state.isHidden\" data-wp-on--beforematch=\"actions.handleBeforeMatch\" id=\"accordion-item-9-panel\" role=\"region\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-panel is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-panel-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A business may require restructuring as it grows, takes on investment, changes ownership or responds to operational and financial pressures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We advise on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>changes to corporate structures;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>internal business reorganisations;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>transfers of assets;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>changes in ownership;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>entry or exit of shareholders;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>creation of holding companies;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>separation of business divisions;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>succession arrangements;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>amendments to governance documents; and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>documentation required to implement the restructure.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Restructuring should be planned carefully and coordinated with the business\u2019s accounting and taxation advice.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;autoclose&quot;: false, &quot;accordionItems&quot;: [] }\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/accordion\" role=\"group\" class=\"wp-block-accordion is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-is-layout-flow\">\n<div data-wp-class--is-open=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;id&quot;: &quot;accordion-item-10&quot;, &quot;openByDefault&quot;: false }\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initAccordionItems\" data-wp-on-window--hashchange=\"callbacks.hashChange\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-item is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-item-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading\"><button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-item-10-panel\" data-wp-bind--aria-expanded=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.toggle\" id=\"accordion-item-10\" type=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle\"><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-title\">Settlement Agreements and Deeds of Release<\/span><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div aria-labelledby=\"accordion-item-10\" data-wp-bind--hidden=\"state.isHidden\" data-wp-on--beforematch=\"actions.handleBeforeMatch\" id=\"accordion-item-10-panel\" role=\"region\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-panel is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-panel-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Where parties agree to resolve a dispute, the settlement should be documented carefully.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We prepare and review settlement documents addressing matters such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>settlement payments;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>release of claims;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>confidentiality;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>non-disparagement;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>withdrawal or discontinuance of proceedings;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>return of property;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ongoing obligations;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>payment dates;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>default provisions; and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>tax or costs considerations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A properly drafted agreement can provide certainty and help prevent the dispute from resurfacing.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;autoclose&quot;: false, &quot;accordionItems&quot;: [] }\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/accordion\" role=\"group\" class=\"wp-block-accordion is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-is-layout-flow\">\n<div data-wp-class--is-open=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;id&quot;: &quot;accordion-item-11&quot;, &quot;openByDefault&quot;: false }\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initAccordionItems\" data-wp-on-window--hashchange=\"callbacks.hashChange\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-item is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-item-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading\"><button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-item-11-panel\" data-wp-bind--aria-expanded=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.toggle\" id=\"accordion-item-11\" type=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle\"><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-title\">Share Issues and Ownership Changes<\/span><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div aria-labelledby=\"accordion-item-11\" data-wp-bind--hidden=\"state.isHidden\" data-wp-on--beforematch=\"actions.handleBeforeMatch\" id=\"accordion-item-11-panel\" role=\"region\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-panel is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-panel-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Changes in company ownership should be properly authorised, documented and reflected in the company\u2019s records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We assist with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>issuing new shares;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>transferring existing shares;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>different classes of shares;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>shareholder subscription agreements;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>capital raising documentation;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>pre-emptive rights;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>accession deeds;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>amendments to shareholder agreements;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>director and shareholder approvals;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>compulsory transfers; and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>updating corporate registers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We help ensure that the transaction is consistent with the company\u2019s constitution, shareholder agreement and applicable corporate requirements.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;autoclose&quot;: false, &quot;accordionItems&quot;: [] }\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/accordion\" role=\"group\" class=\"wp-block-accordion is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-is-layout-flow\">\n<div data-wp-class--is-open=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;id&quot;: &quot;accordion-item-12&quot;, &quot;openByDefault&quot;: false }\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initAccordionItems\" data-wp-on-window--hashchange=\"callbacks.hashChange\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-item is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-item-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading\"><button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-item-12-panel\" data-wp-bind--aria-expanded=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.toggle\" id=\"accordion-item-12\" type=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle\"><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-title\">Business Succession and Exit Planning<\/span><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div aria-labelledby=\"accordion-item-12\" data-wp-bind--hidden=\"state.isHidden\" data-wp-on--beforematch=\"actions.handleBeforeMatch\" id=\"accordion-item-12-panel\" role=\"region\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-panel is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-panel-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Business succession requires more than deciding who will take over the organisation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We advise on legal arrangements involving:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>ownership succession;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>management succession;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>transfer of shares;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>staged business sales;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>management buyouts;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>family-business transitions;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>shareholder exits;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>key-person risks;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>buy-sell arrangements;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>valuation mechanisms;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>funding obligations; and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>continuity of governance and decision-making.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Early planning can provide greater control over the transition and reduce the risk of disputes between owners, family members or other stakeholders.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;autoclose&quot;: false, &quot;accordionItems&quot;: [] }\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/accordion\" role=\"group\" class=\"wp-block-accordion is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-is-layout-flow\">\n<div data-wp-class--is-open=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;id&quot;: &quot;accordion-item-13&quot;, &quot;openByDefault&quot;: false }\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initAccordionItems\" data-wp-on-window--hashchange=\"callbacks.hashChange\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-item is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-item-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading\"><button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-item-13-panel\" data-wp-bind--aria-expanded=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.toggle\" id=\"accordion-item-13\" type=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle\"><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-title\">Shareholder and Director Disputes<\/span><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div aria-labelledby=\"accordion-item-13\" data-wp-bind--hidden=\"state.isHidden\" data-wp-on--beforematch=\"actions.handleBeforeMatch\" id=\"accordion-item-13-panel\" role=\"region\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-panel is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-panel-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Disputes between shareholders or directors can affect decision-making, business operations and the value of the organisation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We advise on disputes involving:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>management and control of the company;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>alleged breaches of shareholder agreements;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>exclusion from decision-making;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>access to company records;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>misuse of company funds or assets;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>director conduct;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>conflicts of interest;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>share transfers;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>dividend disputes;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>deadlocks;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>minority shareholder concerns;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>oppressive conduct allegations; and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>proposed exits or buyouts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Where possible, we focus on resolving the dispute without unnecessary disruption to the business. Where formal proceedings are required, we work with our commercial litigation practice to protect the client\u2019s position.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Legal Advice Throughout the Business Lifecycle<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Establishing the Business<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">We assist with selecting and documenting an appropriate business structure, establishing ownership arrangements and putting foundational agreements, governance documents and corporate approvals in place<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Growing and Managing the Business<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">We advise on investment, share issues, joint ventures, acquisitions, corporate governance, director obligations and the legal issues that arise as the organisation expands.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Restructuring or Changing Ownership<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">We assist with internal restructures, shareholder exits, ownership changes, the introduction of new investors and amendments to existing governance and shareholder arrangements.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Selling, Exiting or Transitioning the Business<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">We advise on business sales, succession planning, management buyouts, due diligence, transaction documents and the legal steps required to complete an orderly transition.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Speak with an Australian Business Lawyer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sound legal foundations can help protect your organisation, support growth and reduce the risk of disputes between owners, directors and other stakeholders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Obtain advice before entering a significant transaction, changing the ownership structure or implementing an important corporate decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Contact Maguire Legal to discuss your business or corporate law matter.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.maguirelegal.com.au\/contact\">Contact Us<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>The information on this page is general information only and does not constitute legal advice. 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