Our seasoned team of lawyers and solicitors possesses comprehensive expertise
In all aspects of commercial law and commercial litigation. Their extensive experience is complemented by a detailed understanding of the various industries we serve, providing you with pragmatic and strategic legal solutions.
We have an advantageous proximity to regulators such as the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC), various occupational licensing boards, and agencies overseeing tax and corporate governance, namely ATO/ASIC. We are adept at handling investigations, complaints, and litigation involving these authorities, ensuring our clients’ interests are always safeguarded.
We also specialize in setting up contractual agreements for businesses of all sizes. Our team’s expert understanding of legislative requirements and industry standards helps in drafting legally sound contracts that protect your business interests and maintain regulatory compliance. We offer advice on compliance matters, enabling our clients to operate their business within the confines of the law and reduce the risk of penalties or legal action.
At Rothwell Lawyers, we prioritize our clients’ best interests. We strive to deliver top-tier legal advice, but we also recognize the financial implications of litigation. We, therefore, assess each case meticulously, factoring in the costs of litigation and exploring potential alternatives for dispute resolution. Our objective is to offer the most efficient, cost-effective solutions that serve our clients’ objectives.
Our extensive range of services caters to various commercial disputes, ensuring that no matter what the nature of your legal issue is, we have the requisite knowledge and experience to help.
Commercial Litigation
Commercial litigation can be unpredictable – so it’s vital to have the best possible representation in court. We have an outstanding track record in commercial litigation matters in the Magistrates’ Court, County Court, Supreme Court, Federal Court and Federal Magistrates Court.
Commercial Debts
Our expert team of commercial lawyers never shies away from tough commercial debt matters. We’re well versed in enforcement proceedings to recover judgment debts including the winding-up of insolvent companies, sale of real property to satisfy a judgment debt, issue of warrants to seize property and other avenues available through the court system.
We also have extensive experience in commercial defence for debt recovery proceedings, including filing of Defences, drafting of evidence for hearing and negotiations towards settlement.
Partnership Disputes
Disputes between business partners are very common and can be highly emotional. To ensure the best outcome for all parties, it is essential that you seek professional advice. Our commercial lawyers can help you resolve disputes arising from all types of partnership agreements, including contracts, verbal agreements, the supply of goods and services and sale of business.
Commercial Agreements
We regularly negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements for our clients, including intellectual property, licensing, distribution and manufacturing.
We’re highly experienced in franchise agreements and can represent both franchisor and franchisee, ensuring you understand your rights and obligations, negotiate the best terms and resolve any disputes that arise.
Commercial property agreements are also our specialty. Our team has extensive knowledge of property and land subdivisions across metropolitan Melbourne, and can help you to negotiate and settle a wide range of property disputes including enforcement of leases and licences, and infringement of property rights.
