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Legal services

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Arbitration

A structured private dispute process that may be required by contract or chosen as an alternative to court.

When might I need this?

A contract contains an arbitration clause, or parties want a formal process outside ordinary court.

Association Agreements

Agreements regulating the rights, responsibilities and relationships of participants in an association or venture.

When might I need this?

People are formalising how they will work together, make decisions or exit.

Business Law

Practical legal support for the agreements, obligations and disputes that arise in operating a business.

When might I need this?

A commercial decision has legal consequences or needs to be documented clearly.

Civil Litigation

Court-based resolution of non-criminal disputes, including claims, defences and enforcement steps.

When might I need this?

Negotiation has failed, a summons has arrived, or a claim may need formal proceedings.

Collections

Legal recovery of outstanding amounts through demand, negotiation and, where needed, litigation.

When might I need this?

Invoices or debts remain unpaid despite ordinary collection efforts.

Commercial Law

Advice and drafting for business transactions, commercial relationships and disputes.

When might I need this?

A transaction, supplier/customer relationship or business obligation needs legal structure.

Commercial Drafting

Drafting and reviewing commercial agreements to define rights, obligations, risk and remedies.

When might I need this?

A deal is about to be signed or an existing contract needs revision.

Company Law

Legal guidance relating to companies, governance, ownership relationships and corporate arrangements.

When might I need this?

Owners or directors need to structure decisions, rights or business changes.

Construction Law

Legal support for construction contracts, payment issues, delays, defects, project disputes and related claims.

When might I need this?

A project participant disputes payment, scope, performance, delay or contractual responsibility.

Contracts

Drafting, review, interpretation and enforcement of agreements.

When might I need this?

You are entering an important agreement or disagree about what an existing contract requires.

Corporate Debt Collections

Debt-recovery processes tailored to amounts owed in a commercial context.

When might I need this?

A business debtor is not paying and escalation is required.

Deceased Estates

Legal assistance with the administration and winding-up of a deceased person’s estate.

When might I need this?

A family member has died and the estate process must be handled.

Divorce

Legal representation and guidance through divorce proceedings and the issues that accompany them.

When might I need this?

A marriage is ending and formal legal steps or settlement terms are required.

Divorce Mediation

A facilitated process aimed at resolving divorce-related issues by agreement where appropriate.

When might I need this?

Separating spouses want to try reach workable terms without litigating every issue.

Evictions

Legal processes concerning unlawful occupation and the recovery of possession.

When might I need this?

A landlord or property owner needs advice on a lawful eviction process.

Family Law

Legal guidance for family-related rights, responsibilities, agreements and disputes.

When might I need this?

A personal or family relationship has developed a legal issue that needs formal advice.

Franchising

Legal support around franchise arrangements, agreements and commercial obligations.

When might I need this?

A business is buying, granting or reviewing a franchise relationship.

General Litigation

Representation in disputes that require formal legal correspondence, proceedings or defence.

When might I need this?

A dispute is escalating and legal action appears likely or has already begun.

High Court Practice

Litigation and procedural work in matters falling within the High Court.

When might I need this?

A significant or procedurally complex matter requires High Court proceedings.

Leases

Drafting, review and enforcement of lease agreements and related occupancy obligations.

When might I need this?

A lease is being negotiated, breached or disputed.

Criminal Litigation

Legal representation and advice in criminal proceedings.

When might I need this?

A person faces a criminal complaint, investigation or court process.

Magistrates Court Practice

Civil litigation and related procedures within the Magistrates’ Court jurisdiction.

When might I need this?

A claim or defence falls within the Magistrates’ Court process.

Maintenance

Legal assistance with maintenance obligations and related family-law processes.

When might I need this?

Support arrangements need to be established, changed or enforced.

Matrimonial Matters

Legal support concerning marriage-related rights, agreements and disputes.

When might I need this?

Marriage, separation or financial arrangements require legal clarity.

Partnership Agreements

Agreements defining how partners contribute, decide, share value and manage exits or disputes.

When might I need this?

People are entering or revising a business partnership.

Rehabilitations

Legal assistance relating to rehabilitation following sequestration or insolvency circumstances.

When might I need this?

A person needs advice on restoring legal status after insolvency-related proceedings.

Sale of Business

Legal structuring and documentation for buying or selling a business.

When might I need this?

A business or business assets are changing ownership.

Shareholders Agreements

Agreements governing the relationship among shareholders beyond the company’s constitutional documents.

When might I need this?

Shareholders need clear rules for decision-making, transfers, deadlocks or exits.

Wills

Drafting and updating wills to record testamentary wishes and reduce uncertainty.

When might I need this?

You need a first will or your family, assets or intentions have changed.