Contract Lawyers Sydney
Tailored contract law, employment contract law, and contract dispute guidance for businesses and individuals in Sydney.
Our experienced team of contract lawyers in Sydney can help you to successfully navigate a multitude of contract law matters with ease to secure the best outcome.
Contract Lawyers & Contract Disputes Sydney
Contract lawyers helping businesses to navigate contract reviews, drafting, and contract disputes.
Heathfield Grosvenor Lawyers is a specialist business law firm providing tailored legal advice for startups, small, medium, and enterprise level companies. Some of the most common contracts that we cover include employment contracts, business sale contracts, franchising and licensing, supplier agreements, digital agreements, contract negotiation, commercial lease agreements, waivers & disclaimers, contractor agreements, and shareholder agreements.
Our tailored contract law solutions and fixed-fee pricing ensures favourable, cost-effective outcomes that safeguard the best interests of our clientele. Get in touch or fill out the form on this page to find out how a contract lawyer in Sydney can help your business.
Contract Law Specialties
Employment contracts
Employment contracts that protect businesses and safeguard the best interests of employees to meet National Employment Standards and the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth).
Business sale contracts
Business sale agreements that clearly set out the commercial details of the sale and the assets included within the sale to ensure a smooth, concise transfer of business ownership.
Franchise and licensing agreements that provide guidance for the franchisee and the franchisor on how the franchise operates, the business model, and obligations.
Supplier agreements
Supplier agreements and vendor contracts that clearly set out the terms and conditions that govern the delivery of goods or services between business and supplier.
Digital agreements
Drafting, reviewing, and fine-tuning all of your business’ digital agreements with Sydney’s contract law experts at HG Law.
Contract negotiation
Legal expertise and guidance to review and negotiate contract terms to protect your best interests throughout the contract negotiation process.
Commercial lease agreements
Commercial lease contract guidance for landlords and tenants across a range of retail, commercial, licence, and sublease contract agreements.
Waivers & disclaimers
Waivers and disclaimer guidance for businesses to effectively limit liability and ensure enforceability in line with Australian Consumer Law.
Contractor agreements
Independent contractor agreements that clearly outline the rights and responsibilities of each party and define the terms of the contractor relationship.
Shareholder agreements
Legally binding shareholder agreements that outline the rights and obligations of stakeholders and ensure protection for all parties.
Our Sydney Contract Lawyer Team
Christopher Chang
Chris was originally admitted as a solicitor in England & Wales and worked in London for an award winning and highly regarded firm established in 1881.
Tass Angelopoulos
Tass is a specialist employment lawyer with over 30 years experience. He has been a solicitor, a barrister and an industrial advocate.
Rebecca Campbell
Rebecca is a Senior Lawyer practicing in commercial and civil litigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
In Australia, contract law covers agreements that are made between two or more parties and are legally binding. In order for a contract to be enforceable, it needs to contain certainty to its terms and encompass the following elements:
- Offer
- Acceptance
- Consideration
- Certainty
- Intention to create a legal relationship
While it is possible for contracts to be made orally, it is always preferable to have a contract in writing to avoid any misunderstandings and to ensure enforceability if things do not go as planned under the contract. In Australia, contracts are governed by common law but may also be subject to certain pieces of legislation that impact contract law.
Yes, we handle contract disputes across a range of industries and applications. As a rule of thumb, there are three avenues available to resolve contract disputes:
- Informal negotiation
- Mediation and arbitration
- The court system
Contract dispute resolution is handled on a case-by-case basis. Depending on the type of contract dispute that you are involved in, our contract lawyers will outline your options and provide a recommended course of action to secure the most favourable outcome.
In order for a contract to be enforceable, it must be deemed to be “fair”. In Australia, contracts are tested against a three-limbed test of unfairness.
- Significant imbalance
- Not reasonably necessary
- Cause detriment
Contracts that are overly long or written in terms that are not easy to navigate may also be deemed to be “unfair”. For businesses and consumers, it’s essential to understand the terms and enforceability of contracts before entering into them. For businesses or individuals that are unsure about the terms and enforceability of a contract, it’s important to consult with a legal professional who can provide proper guidance and advice.
Our Sydney contract law firm works with clients across a range of different industries including professional, scientific, and technical services, construction, healthcare, retail trade, education and training, accommodation and food services, arts and recreation, electricity and water services, manufacturing, IT and telecommunications, manufacturing, and wholesale trade.
We provide fixed-fee contract law services that are based on the outcome – not the time spent getting there. Our cost-effective, fixed-fee business model empowers businesses of all sizes to consult with our experienced lawyers on all contract law matters. For businesses that require ongoing support, HG Essential Counsel provides weekly/monthly costing structures for advice on tap.
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