What a Brisbane commercial and business lawyer can help with
Whether you run a Brisbane startup, a family business or a growing SME, you need a commercial lawyer for the moments that matter: signing a major contract, taking on a co-founder, leasing premises or settling a dispute that threatens your bottom line.
- You are buying or selling a Brisbane business and need contract review.
- You need a shareholders' or unitholders' agreement drafted.
- A commercial lease (retail or non-retail) needs review or negotiation.
- A supplier or customer dispute is heading to QCAT or court.
- You need NDAs, terms of trade or service agreements drafted.
What to bring to your first consultation
- Any draft contracts or term sheets.
- Your company or trust structure documents.
- Recent financial statements (if relevant to a sale or dispute).
- A short summary of the desired commercial outcome.
What it costs in Brisbane
Brisbane commercial lawyers typically charge $350–$650 per hour. Many offer fixed-fee packages for common matters (e.g. business sale: $4,500–$12,000; shareholders' agreement: $2,500–$6,000).
The Brisbane context
Brisbane commercial disputes under $150,000 are typically heard in QCAT or the Magistrates Court. Larger matters go to the Supreme Court of Queensland's Commercial List, which is designed for fast resolution.
Questions to ask your lawyer
Once matched, bring these to your first consultation.
- What are the main risks in this contract or deal that I should understand?
- Which terms should I push back on, and which are standard in this type of arrangement?
- How would you structure this to protect me if things go wrong?
- What disputes am I most exposed to in this type of arrangement?
- What does your fixed fee cover, and what might attract additional costs?
Looking for a commercial and business lawyer in a specific Brisbane suburb?
We match across all of Greater Brisbane. Browse some of the suburbs we cover for commercial and business:
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