SERVICE AREAS

Business
Transactions

DW Legal has comprehensive experience in advising, negotiating, drafting and completing shareholder and partnership agreements, debt and equity arrangements, joint venture structures, unit trusts, company structuring, business sales and acquisitions, new business ventures, tax and asset protection, intellectual property and insurance.

  • Business sales and purchases, from small businesses to medical practices and larger businesses such as resorts and major assets
  • Business set up – establishment, partnership and shareholder agreements, joint ventures
  • Partner buy outs and dispute resolution
  • Loan agreements and security
  • Business terms and conditions
  • Franchising, IP licensing
  • Trademark licensing

Property
Development

DW Legal has detailed knowledge and experience in small to large scale property developments, contract preparation and execution, mixed use developments, subdivision and planning issues, body corporate/strata title structuring and management, real estate agent appointment and licensing issues, easement preparation, financing assistance, registration and settlements and document administration.

  • Joint ventures
  • Agency agreements and put and calls
  • Leasing incl managing shopping centre leasing to specialist agreements for lease and fitout agreements
  • Building and construction contracts

hr & workplace relations

Our legal services are designed to provide comprehensive support to businesses like yours, and help you focus on what really matters – growing your business.

With our General Retainer for HR, you can have peace of mind knowing that we’re here to help with any legal issue that arises. Our experienced lawyer will provide expert guidance on everything from drafting employment agreements to managing bullying and harassment complaints.

We know that managing your staff can be complex and challenging, but with our Performance Management support, you’ll have the tools and resources you need to create a positive work environment. Our team will help you establish clear performance expectations, resolve disputes and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

  • General retainer for HR
  • Drafting employment agreements
  • Performance managing staff
  • Managing bullying and harassment complaints

Japanese
Business Services

DW Legal provides legal services in the Japanese language to local and international Japanese clients. Key members of the team have business level fluency in Japanese. In addition, DW Legal provides specialist translation services for specific legal work where required.