Commercial Law
Logan Lawyer For Your Commercial Law Needs
As one of Logan’s hardest-working commercial lawyers, we work with decision-makers in small businesses. We can work with small businesses around the state on all aspects of commercial law – from closing a deal to supporting big ideas.
What makes Carolyn Ryder stand out as a law firm?
We work without the outdated mindset of traditional large law firms.
This makes us agile, responsive, and easy to move with your projects. Carolyn Ryder is a full-service commercial law firm with business-savvy lawyers who are approachable.
We don’t just provide a legal service – we work in partnership with you to understand your business goals and commercial objectives. We go into bat for you. We aim to succeed in getting the best deal for you in the particular circumstances of your business, to give you an advantage. We combine up-to-date knowledge of legal and regulatory frameworks with practical business experience. We offer a holistic package of legal services with a practical fee policy with no surprises. We are lean, effective, and efficient – delivering timely results without sacrificing care and attention to our clients’ needs. When you hire us as you commercial lawyers, you are hiring a flexible, motivated, results-driven legal team.
Strategy and Structure
We advise you on the most appropriate business structures for you. In addition, we consider industry requirements, administrative procedures, tax issues (in conjunction with your accountant), risk management and asset protection.
Trusts
We can advise and help you in the set-up or amending discretionary trusts and family trusts.
Other trust types we can help with are:
- Unit trusts
- Hybrid trusts
- Charitable trusts.
Partnership, Shareholder & Joint Venture
Is it clear who will bring in additional money? What if a partner wants out? What if someone becomes incapacitated or dies? If you want to protect your business with legally sound agreements drafted by experts, book a free 20-minute phone call here
Contract Negotiation And Documentation
Do you need draft contracts and agreements that are clear and easy to understand? We prepare documents that help you do business instead of creating obstacles.
PPSA & PPSR
The Personal Property Securities Act and Register pose a significant challenge to understand and implement. We can help you understand how the Register applies to your business and give you legal advice that is efficient, cost-effective, and accurate.
Mergers And Acquisitions
Whether it is the sale or purchase of business assets or businesses (underlying equity – sale of shares of stock), our Commercial team can help.
Real Estate Law
We can act for developers, buyers, and sellers in all areas of property law in Queensland. Our property law and conveyancing experience are complemented by our commercial law knowledge. You will have experienced commercial lawyers available to provide the input required in your property transaction or commercial lease. Property investments tend to be significant investments and we are here to protect your interests.
Commercial And Retail Leasing
We can represent both landlords and tenants in all matters relating to leasing commercial and retail space in Queensland. Our firm offers fixed fee commercial lease advice. Please find out more about our fixed-fee commercial leases in Queensland and fixed fee retail leases. See our article on Commercial leasing before you sign!
Start-Up Business Solutions
Are you planning to buy a business or start a new business? Do you need quick and expert advice on business issues as your business grows? We offer practical advice in a language you can understand. Our lawyers have the first-hand experience with starting businesses, and we want your business to grow and succeed.