Commercial and Business Law

At Baarini Lawyers, we understand that well-crafted agreements are the foundation of successful business relationships and transactions. Our experienced team provides comprehensive services in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements. We also offer strategic advice to help you navigate complex business decisions and legal challenges.

Our agreement and advice services include:

• Contract Drafting and Review: We create clear, enforceable contracts tailored to your specific needs and industry standards.
• Negotiation Support: Our lawyers provide skilled representation during contract negotiations, ensuring your interests are protected.
• Commercial Agreements: We handle various types of agreements, including partnership agreements, shareholder agreements, and more.
• Regulatory Compliance: We ensure your agreements comply with relevant laws and regulations, minimising legal risks.
• Strategic Business Advice: Our team offers guidance on various business matters, helping you make informed decisions that align with your company's goals.
• Risk Assessment and Management: We identify potential legal risks in your agreements and business practices, proposing strategies to mitigate them.
• Intellectual Property Agreements: We draft and review agreements related to trademarks, copyrights, and patents to protect your intellectual property.

We offer end-to-end legal support for business owners at every stage:

• Advising on initial business setup and structuring
• Guiding you through the process of buying an existing business
• Preparing your business for sale and maximising its value
• Navigating legal requirements and obligations during transitions

Our expertise extends to complex business structures involving companies and trusts:

• Establishing and registering companies
• Setting up various types of trusts (e.g., family trusts, unit trusts, discretionary trusts)
• Advising on corporate governance and compliance
• Structuring business ownership through trusts for asset protection and tax efficiency
• Managing the interplay between companies and trusts in business operations

Before finalising a guarantee agreement, financial institutions typically require you to seek independent legal advice. This crucial step ensures you fully comprehend the extent of your legal commitments. At Baarini Lawyers, we provide:

• Comprehensive review of guarantee documents
• Clear explanation of your obligations and potential risks
• Assessment of the guarantee's impact on your financial position
• Guidance on negotiating more favourable terms, if possible
• Certification of independent legal advice, as required by many financial institutions

Our goal is to ensure you make an informed decision when entering into a guarantee agreement, fully aware of the legal implications and your responsibilities.

Remember, signing a guarantee or indemnity can have significant financial implications. It's crucial to seek professional legal advice before committing to these agreements. At Baarini Lawyers, we're here to protect your interests and provide the clarity you need to navigate these complex financial arrangements.

At Baarini Lawyers, we understand that commercial disputes can be complex, time-sensitive, and potentially damaging to your business. Our experienced litigation team is equipped to handle a wide range of commercial conflicts, providing strategic advice and robust representation:

• Prompt and Reliable Advice: We offer immediate guidance when disputes arise, knowing that early actions can significantly impact your legal position.
• Strategic Approach: Our lawyers develop tailored strategies for each dispute, focusing on outcomes that best serve your business interests.
• Alternative Dispute Resolution: We prioritize non-litigious methods such as negotiation, mediation, and arbitration to achieve faster, more cost-effective resolutions.
• Litigation Expertise: When court proceedings are necessary, our skilled litigators vigorously advocate for your interests at all levels of the court system.
• Time-Sensitive Action: We're acutely aware of contractual and statutory time constraints and act promptly to protect your rights.

Our commercial litigation and dispute resolution services cover a broad spectrum of issues, including:

• Contract disputes and breaches
• Shareholder and partnership conflicts
• Corporate and director liability claims
• Debt recovery and enforcement of securities
• Property and leasing disagreements
• Intellectual property infringement
• Construction and building disputes
• Insolvency and bankruptcy matters