Business & Private Advisory
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Whether you're scaling, restructuring, or facing new opportunities, our experienced business advisory lawyers offer practical guidance and proactive solutions. With a trusted network of experts, we’ll help minimise risks, protect operations, and set your business up for long-term success.
Business advisory services
Running a business is rewarding but comes with challenges—expected and unexpected. With trusted advisors by your side, you can navigate complexities, plan for growth, and adapt with confidence. We help structure your business, refine agreements, and resolve disputes while ensuring your policies and legal frameworks protect you. Whether you're a small business or a large corporation, our tailored legal advice and network of professionals support your success in a dynamic market.
We can help you with
Structuring your business
A proper business structure is crucial for legal protection, tax efficiency, and operational flexibility. Whether you're starting a new venture or restructuring an existing one, we guide you through the options—sole proprietorship, partnership, proprietary limited company, corporation, or trust. We tailor the structure to suit your specific needs, considering factors like liability, control, taxation, and growth potential, ensuring your business is positioned for long-term success.
Transforming your operations
Business transformation requires more than adopting new technology; it’s about optimising processes, improving efficiency, and driving innovation. Whether expanding, refining, or pivoting to a new business model, we help you reimagine your operations. From process streamlining to implementing strategic changes, we work alongside you to enhance your competitive advantage, reduce costs, improve customer experiences, and ensure scalability for future growth.
Protecting your assets
Your business and personal assets are invaluable. We offer tailored solutions to help protect your intellectual property, physical property, financial resources, and other critical business assets from external threats. This includes structuring contracts to safeguard your assets, establishing asset protection strategies, and advising on risk management to prevent litigation, intellectual property theft, or damaging your reputation. We also help ensure your business’s assets are insured and compliant with regulations.
Reviewing your policies and procedures
Policies and procedures are the foundation of a well-functioning and compliant business. We conduct comprehensive reviews of your internal policies—covering everything from employment practices to workplace safety, data protection, and compliance with industry regulations. If necessary, we help you redesign policies to ensure they’re up-to-date, legally compliant, and aligned with your business goals, mitigating potential legal risks and enhancing operational efficiency.
Advising on changes in the law
Laws impacting businesses are constantly evolving—whether it’s tax reform, data privacy regulations, employment law, or industry-specific rules. Our team stays ahead of legislative changes, providing proactive advice to ensure your compliance. We help you understand how new laws affect operations and guide you in implementing necessary changes to avoid penalties, protect your interests, and leverage opportunities arising from these shifts.
Advising on corporate governance
Effective corporate governance promotes transparency, accountability, and ethical decision-making. We advise on best practices for corporate governance, helping you design policies and frameworks that align with legal requirements and your business's values. We also assist in developing governance structures that support long-term growth and ensure compliance with laws and regulations, empowering your board, shareholders, and stakeholders with clarity and confidence.
Business purchases and sales
The purchase or sale of a business involves a range of complex legal considerations. We provide comprehensive support throughout the transaction, from initial negotiations and due diligence to structuring and finalising contracts. Our experienced lawyers help you understand the legal implications of the agreement, ensuring that you get the best terms and avoid any hidden liabilities. Whether you’re buying or selling a business, we protect your interests, streamline the process, and ensure a successful transition.
Mergers and acquisitions
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are multifaceted transactions that require expert legal oversight to navigate the complexities of valuations, due diligence, negotiations, and regulatory compliance. We assist with all aspects of the M&A process, from structuring the deal and managing shareholder agreements to ensuring tax efficiency and minimising risks. Our team works closely with you to protect your interests, ensure smooth negotiations, and secure a deal that enhances your long-term business strategy.
Drafting contracts
Contracts form the backbone of your business operations, and having clear, precise, and legally sound contracts is essential to mitigate risk and protect your interests. We draft and review a wide range of contracts, including commercial agreements, employment contracts, supplier and customer agreements, and intellectual property licenses. Our team ensures that all key terms are clearly defined, obligations are understood, and contracts are enforceable, protecting you from future disputes.
Representing you in court or tribunals
We provide expert representation in court or before tribunals when disputes escalate to litigation. Whether it’s a commercial dispute, employment issue, or regulatory matter, our experienced litigators advocate for your interests, presenting your case effectively and efficiently. We guide you through the entire legal process, from pre-trial preparation and strategy development to presenting evidence and representing you in hearings, ensuring the best possible outcome.
Dealing with emergencies or a crisis
Business crises can arise unexpectedly—a legal dispute, a public relations scandal, financial instability, or an operational failure. Our team offers immediate, actionable advice and crisis management strategies to help you navigate the situation. We assist in mitigating the impact on your reputation, finances, and operations, providing you with legal guidance to protect your interests, limit liability, and manage the fallout from a crisis. Whether it’s an internal issue or external pressure, we’re here to help you stay focused and recover quickly.
Structuring your business
A proper business structure is crucial for legal protection, tax efficiency, and operational flexibility. Whether you're starting a new venture or restructuring an existing one, we guide you through the options—sole proprietorship, partnership, proprietary limited company, corporation, or trust. We tailor the structure to suit your specific needs, considering factors like liability, control, taxation, and growth potential, ensuring your business is positioned for long-term success.
Transforming your operations
Business transformation requires more than adopting new technology; it’s about optimising processes, improving efficiency, and driving innovation. Whether expanding, refining, or pivoting to a new business model, we help you reimagine your operations. From process streamlining to implementing strategic changes, we work alongside you to enhance your competitive advantage, reduce costs, improve customer experiences, and ensure scalability for future growth.
Protecting your assets
Your business and personal assets are invaluable. We offer tailored solutions to help protect your intellectual property, physical property, financial resources, and other critical business assets from external threats. This includes structuring contracts to safeguard your assets, establishing asset protection strategies, and advising on risk management to prevent litigation, intellectual property theft, or damaging your reputation. We also help ensure your business’s assets are insured and compliant with regulations.
Reviewing your policies and procedures
Policies and procedures are the foundation of a well-functioning and compliant business. We conduct comprehensive reviews of your internal policies—covering everything from employment practices to workplace safety, data protection, and compliance with industry regulations. If necessary, we help you redesign policies to ensure they’re up-to-date, legally compliant, and aligned with your business goals, mitigating potential legal risks and enhancing operational efficiency.
Advising on changes in the law
Laws impacting businesses are constantly evolving—whether it’s tax reform, data privacy regulations, employment law, or industry-specific rules. Our team stays ahead of legislative changes, providing proactive advice to ensure your compliance. We help you understand how new laws affect operations and guide you in implementing necessary changes to avoid penalties, protect your interests, and leverage opportunities arising from these shifts.
Advising on corporate governance
Effective corporate governance promotes transparency, accountability, and ethical decision-making. We advise on best practices for corporate governance, helping you design policies and frameworks that align with legal requirements and your business's values. We also assist in developing governance structures that support long-term growth and ensure compliance with laws and regulations, empowering your board, shareholders, and stakeholders with clarity and confidence.
Business purchases and sales
The purchase or sale of a business involves a range of complex legal considerations. We provide comprehensive support throughout the transaction, from initial negotiations and due diligence to structuring and finalising contracts. Our experienced lawyers help you understand the legal implications of the agreement, ensuring that you get the best terms and avoid any hidden liabilities. Whether you’re buying or selling a business, we protect your interests, streamline the process, and ensure a successful transition.
Mergers and acquisitions
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are multifaceted transactions that require expert legal oversight to navigate the complexities of valuations, due diligence, negotiations, and regulatory compliance. We assist with all aspects of the M&A process, from structuring the deal and managing shareholder agreements to ensuring tax efficiency and minimising risks. Our team works closely with you to protect your interests, ensure smooth negotiations, and secure a deal that enhances your long-term business strategy.
Drafting contracts
Contracts form the backbone of your business operations, and having clear, precise, and legally sound contracts is essential to mitigate risk and protect your interests. We draft and review a wide range of contracts, including commercial agreements, employment contracts, supplier and customer agreements, and intellectual property licenses. Our team ensures that all key terms are clearly defined, obligations are understood, and contracts are enforceable, protecting you from future disputes.
Representing you in court or tribunals
We provide expert representation in court or before tribunals when disputes escalate to litigation. Whether it’s a commercial dispute, employment issue, or regulatory matter, our experienced litigators advocate for your interests, presenting your case effectively and efficiently. We guide you through the entire legal process, from pre-trial preparation and strategy development to presenting evidence and representing you in hearings, ensuring the best possible outcome.
Dealing with emergencies or a crisis
Business crises can arise unexpectedly—a legal dispute, a public relations scandal, financial instability, or an operational failure. Our team offers immediate, actionable advice and crisis management strategies to help you navigate the situation. We assist in mitigating the impact on your reputation, finances, and operations, providing you with legal guidance to protect your interests, limit liability, and manage the fallout from a crisis. Whether it’s an internal issue or external pressure, we’re here to help you stay focused and recover quickly.
Structuring your business
A proper business structure is crucial for legal protection, tax efficiency, and operational flexibility. Whether you're starting a new venture or restructuring an existing one, we guide you through the options—sole proprietorship, partnership, proprietary limited company, corporation, or trust. We tailor the structure to suit your specific needs, considering factors like liability, control, taxation, and growth potential, ensuring your business is positioned for long-term success.
Transforming your operations
Business transformation requires more than adopting new technology; it’s about optimising processes, improving efficiency, and driving innovation. Whether expanding, refining, or pivoting to a new business model, we help you reimagine your operations. From process streamlining to implementing strategic changes, we work alongside you to enhance your competitive advantage, reduce costs, improve customer experiences, and ensure scalability for future growth.
Protecting your assets
Your business and personal assets are invaluable. We offer tailored solutions to help protect your intellectual property, physical property, financial resources, and other critical business assets from external threats. This includes structuring contracts to safeguard your assets, establishing asset protection strategies, and advising on risk management to prevent litigation, intellectual property theft, or damaging your reputation. We also help ensure your business’s assets are insured and compliant with regulations.
Reviewing your policies and procedures
Policies and procedures are the foundation of a well-functioning and compliant business. We conduct comprehensive reviews of your internal policies—covering everything from employment practices to workplace safety, data protection, and compliance with industry regulations. If necessary, we help you redesign policies to ensure they’re up-to-date, legally compliant, and aligned with your business goals, mitigating potential legal risks and enhancing operational efficiency.
Advising on changes in the law
Laws impacting businesses are constantly evolving—whether it’s tax reform, data privacy regulations, employment law, or industry-specific rules. Our team stays ahead of legislative changes, providing proactive advice to ensure your compliance. We help you understand how new laws affect operations and guide you in implementing necessary changes to avoid penalties, protect your interests, and leverage opportunities arising from these shifts.
Advising on corporate governance
Effective corporate governance promotes transparency, accountability, and ethical decision-making. We advise on best practices for corporate governance, helping you design policies and frameworks that align with legal requirements and your business's values. We also assist in developing governance structures that support long-term growth and ensure compliance with laws and regulations, empowering your board, shareholders, and stakeholders with clarity and confidence.
Business purchases and sales
The purchase or sale of a business involves a range of complex legal considerations. We provide comprehensive support throughout the transaction, from initial negotiations and due diligence to structuring and finalising contracts. Our experienced lawyers help you understand the legal implications of the agreement, ensuring that you get the best terms and avoid any hidden liabilities. Whether you’re buying or selling a business, we protect your interests, streamline the process, and ensure a successful transition.
Mergers and acquisitions
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are multifaceted transactions that require expert legal oversight to navigate the complexities of valuations, due diligence, negotiations, and regulatory compliance. We assist with all aspects of the M&A process, from structuring the deal and managing shareholder agreements to ensuring tax efficiency and minimising risks. Our team works closely with you to protect your interests, ensure smooth negotiations, and secure a deal that enhances your long-term business strategy.
Drafting contracts
Contracts form the backbone of your business operations, and having clear, precise, and legally sound contracts is essential to mitigate risk and protect your interests. We draft and review a wide range of contracts, including commercial agreements, employment contracts, supplier and customer agreements, and intellectual property licenses. Our team ensures that all key terms are clearly defined, obligations are understood, and contracts are enforceable, protecting you from future disputes.
Representing you in court or tribunals
We provide expert representation in court or before tribunals when disputes escalate to litigation. Whether it’s a commercial dispute, employment issue, or regulatory matter, our experienced litigators advocate for your interests, presenting your case effectively and efficiently. We guide you through the entire legal process, from pre-trial preparation and strategy development to presenting evidence and representing you in hearings, ensuring the best possible outcome.
Dealing with emergencies or a crisis
Business crises can arise unexpectedly—a legal dispute, a public relations scandal, financial instability, or an operational failure. Our team offers immediate, actionable advice and crisis management strategies to help you navigate the situation. We assist in mitigating the impact on your reputation, finances, and operations, providing you with legal guidance to protect your interests, limit liability, and manage the fallout from a crisis. Whether it’s an internal issue or external pressure, we’re here to help you stay focused and recover quickly.
Structuring your business
A proper business structure is crucial for legal protection, tax efficiency, and operational flexibility. Whether you're starting a new venture or restructuring an existing one, we guide you through the options—sole proprietorship, partnership, proprietary limited company, corporation, or trust. We tailor the structure to suit your specific needs, considering factors like liability, control, taxation, and growth potential, ensuring your business is positioned for long-term success.
Transforming your operations
Business transformation requires more than adopting new technology; it’s about optimising processes, improving efficiency, and driving innovation. Whether expanding, refining, or pivoting to a new business model, we help you reimagine your operations. From process streamlining to implementing strategic changes, we work alongside you to enhance your competitive advantage, reduce costs, improve customer experiences, and ensure scalability for future growth.
Protecting your assets
Your business and personal assets are invaluable. We offer tailored solutions to help protect your intellectual property, physical property, financial resources, and other critical business assets from external threats. This includes structuring contracts to safeguard your assets, establishing asset protection strategies, and advising on risk management to prevent litigation, intellectual property theft, or damaging your reputation. We also help ensure your business’s assets are insured and compliant with regulations.
Reviewing your policies and procedures
Policies and procedures are the foundation of a well-functioning and compliant business. We conduct comprehensive reviews of your internal policies—covering everything from employment practices to workplace safety, data protection, and compliance with industry regulations. If necessary, we help you redesign policies to ensure they’re up-to-date, legally compliant, and aligned with your business goals, mitigating potential legal risks and enhancing operational efficiency.
Advising on changes in the law
Laws impacting businesses are constantly evolving—whether it’s tax reform, data privacy regulations, employment law, or industry-specific rules. Our team stays ahead of legislative changes, providing proactive advice to ensure your compliance. We help you understand how new laws affect operations and guide you in implementing necessary changes to avoid penalties, protect your interests, and leverage opportunities arising from these shifts.
Advising on corporate governance
Effective corporate governance promotes transparency, accountability, and ethical decision-making. We advise on best practices for corporate governance, helping you design policies and frameworks that align with legal requirements and your business's values. We also assist in developing governance structures that support long-term growth and ensure compliance with laws and regulations, empowering your board, shareholders, and stakeholders with clarity and confidence.
Business purchases and sales
The purchase or sale of a business involves a range of complex legal considerations. We provide comprehensive support throughout the transaction, from initial negotiations and due diligence to structuring and finalising contracts. Our experienced lawyers help you understand the legal implications of the agreement, ensuring that you get the best terms and avoid any hidden liabilities. Whether you’re buying or selling a business, we protect your interests, streamline the process, and ensure a successful transition.
Mergers and acquisitions
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are multifaceted transactions that require expert legal oversight to navigate the complexities of valuations, due diligence, negotiations, and regulatory compliance. We assist with all aspects of the M&A process, from structuring the deal and managing shareholder agreements to ensuring tax efficiency and minimising risks. Our team works closely with you to protect your interests, ensure smooth negotiations, and secure a deal that enhances your long-term business strategy.
Drafting contracts
Contracts form the backbone of your business operations, and having clear, precise, and legally sound contracts is essential to mitigate risk and protect your interests. We draft and review a wide range of contracts, including commercial agreements, employment contracts, supplier and customer agreements, and intellectual property licenses. Our team ensures that all key terms are clearly defined, obligations are understood, and contracts are enforceable, protecting you from future disputes.
Representing you in court or tribunals
We provide expert representation in court or before tribunals when disputes escalate to litigation. Whether it’s a commercial dispute, employment issue, or regulatory matter, our experienced litigators advocate for your interests, presenting your case effectively and efficiently. We guide you through the entire legal process, from pre-trial preparation and strategy development to presenting evidence and representing you in hearings, ensuring the best possible outcome.
Dealing with emergencies or a crisis
Business crises can arise unexpectedly—a legal dispute, a public relations scandal, financial instability, or an operational failure. Our team offers immediate, actionable advice and crisis management strategies to help you navigate the situation. We assist in mitigating the impact on your reputation, finances, and operations, providing you with legal guidance to protect your interests, limit liability, and manage the fallout from a crisis. Whether it’s an internal issue or external pressure, we’re here to help you stay focused and recover quickly.
Structuring your business
A proper business structure is crucial for legal protection, tax efficiency, and operational flexibility. Whether you're starting a new venture or restructuring an existing one, we guide you through the options—sole proprietorship, partnership, proprietary limited company, corporation, or trust. We tailor the structure to suit your specific needs, considering factors like liability, control, taxation, and growth potential, ensuring your business is positioned for long-term success.
Transforming your operations
Business transformation requires more than adopting new technology; it’s about optimising processes, improving efficiency, and driving innovation. Whether expanding, refining, or pivoting to a new business model, we help you reimagine your operations. From process streamlining to implementing strategic changes, we work alongside you to enhance your competitive advantage, reduce costs, improve customer experiences, and ensure scalability for future growth.
Protecting your assets
Your business and personal assets are invaluable. We offer tailored solutions to help protect your intellectual property, physical property, financial resources, and other critical business assets from external threats. This includes structuring contracts to safeguard your assets, establishing asset protection strategies, and advising on risk management to prevent litigation, intellectual property theft, or damaging your reputation. We also help ensure your business’s assets are insured and compliant with regulations.
Reviewing your policies and procedures
Policies and procedures are the foundation of a well-functioning and compliant business. We conduct comprehensive reviews of your internal policies—covering everything from employment practices to workplace safety, data protection, and compliance with industry regulations. If necessary, we help you redesign policies to ensure they’re up-to-date, legally compliant, and aligned with your business goals, mitigating potential legal risks and enhancing operational efficiency.
Advising on changes in the law
Laws impacting businesses are constantly evolving—whether it’s tax reform, data privacy regulations, employment law, or industry-specific rules. Our team stays ahead of legislative changes, providing proactive advice to ensure your compliance. We help you understand how new laws affect operations and guide you in implementing necessary changes to avoid penalties, protect your interests, and leverage opportunities arising from these shifts.
Advising on corporate governance
Effective corporate governance promotes transparency, accountability, and ethical decision-making. We advise on best practices for corporate governance, helping you design policies and frameworks that align with legal requirements and your business's values. We also assist in developing governance structures that support long-term growth and ensure compliance with laws and regulations, empowering your board, shareholders, and stakeholders with clarity and confidence.
Business purchases and sales
The purchase or sale of a business involves a range of complex legal considerations. We provide comprehensive support throughout the transaction, from initial negotiations and due diligence to structuring and finalising contracts. Our experienced lawyers help you understand the legal implications of the agreement, ensuring that you get the best terms and avoid any hidden liabilities. Whether you’re buying or selling a business, we protect your interests, streamline the process, and ensure a successful transition.
Mergers and acquisitions
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are multifaceted transactions that require expert legal oversight to navigate the complexities of valuations, due diligence, negotiations, and regulatory compliance. We assist with all aspects of the M&A process, from structuring the deal and managing shareholder agreements to ensuring tax efficiency and minimising risks. Our team works closely with you to protect your interests, ensure smooth negotiations, and secure a deal that enhances your long-term business strategy.
Drafting contracts
Contracts form the backbone of your business operations, and having clear, precise, and legally sound contracts is essential to mitigate risk and protect your interests. We draft and review a wide range of contracts, including commercial agreements, employment contracts, supplier and customer agreements, and intellectual property licenses. Our team ensures that all key terms are clearly defined, obligations are understood, and contracts are enforceable, protecting you from future disputes.
Representing you in court or tribunals
We provide expert representation in court or before tribunals when disputes escalate to litigation. Whether it’s a commercial dispute, employment issue, or regulatory matter, our experienced litigators advocate for your interests, presenting your case effectively and efficiently. We guide you through the entire legal process, from pre-trial preparation and strategy development to presenting evidence and representing you in hearings, ensuring the best possible outcome.
Dealing with emergencies or a crisis
Business crises can arise unexpectedly—a legal dispute, a public relations scandal, financial instability, or an operational failure. Our team offers immediate, actionable advice and crisis management strategies to help you navigate the situation. We assist in mitigating the impact on your reputation, finances, and operations, providing you with legal guidance to protect your interests, limit liability, and manage the fallout from a crisis. Whether it’s an internal issue or external pressure, we’re here to help you stay focused and recover quickly.
Structuring your business
A proper business structure is crucial for legal protection, tax efficiency, and operational flexibility. Whether you're starting a new venture or restructuring an existing one, we guide you through the options—sole proprietorship, partnership, proprietary limited company, corporation, or trust. We tailor the structure to suit your specific needs, considering factors like liability, control, taxation, and growth potential, ensuring your business is positioned for long-term success.
Transforming your operations
Business transformation requires more than adopting new technology; it’s about optimising processes, improving efficiency, and driving innovation. Whether expanding, refining, or pivoting to a new business model, we help you reimagine your operations. From process streamlining to implementing strategic changes, we work alongside you to enhance your competitive advantage, reduce costs, improve customer experiences, and ensure scalability for future growth.
Protecting your assets
Your business and personal assets are invaluable. We offer tailored solutions to help protect your intellectual property, physical property, financial resources, and other critical business assets from external threats. This includes structuring contracts to safeguard your assets, establishing asset protection strategies, and advising on risk management to prevent litigation, intellectual property theft, or damaging your reputation. We also help ensure your business’s assets are insured and compliant with regulations.
Reviewing your policies and procedures
Policies and procedures are the foundation of a well-functioning and compliant business. We conduct comprehensive reviews of your internal policies—covering everything from employment practices to workplace safety, data protection, and compliance with industry regulations. If necessary, we help you redesign policies to ensure they’re up-to-date, legally compliant, and aligned with your business goals, mitigating potential legal risks and enhancing operational efficiency.
Advising on changes in the law
Laws impacting businesses are constantly evolving—whether it’s tax reform, data privacy regulations, employment law, or industry-specific rules. Our team stays ahead of legislative changes, providing proactive advice to ensure your compliance. We help you understand how new laws affect operations and guide you in implementing necessary changes to avoid penalties, protect your interests, and leverage opportunities arising from these shifts.
Advising on corporate governance
Effective corporate governance promotes transparency, accountability, and ethical decision-making. We advise on best practices for corporate governance, helping you design policies and frameworks that align with legal requirements and your business's values. We also assist in developing governance structures that support long-term growth and ensure compliance with laws and regulations, empowering your board, shareholders, and stakeholders with clarity and confidence.
Business purchases and sales
The purchase or sale of a business involves a range of complex legal considerations. We provide comprehensive support throughout the transaction, from initial negotiations and due diligence to structuring and finalising contracts. Our experienced lawyers help you understand the legal implications of the agreement, ensuring that you get the best terms and avoid any hidden liabilities. Whether you’re buying or selling a business, we protect your interests, streamline the process, and ensure a successful transition.
Mergers and acquisitions
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are multifaceted transactions that require expert legal oversight to navigate the complexities of valuations, due diligence, negotiations, and regulatory compliance. We assist with all aspects of the M&A process, from structuring the deal and managing shareholder agreements to ensuring tax efficiency and minimising risks. Our team works closely with you to protect your interests, ensure smooth negotiations, and secure a deal that enhances your long-term business strategy.
Drafting contracts
Contracts form the backbone of your business operations, and having clear, precise, and legally sound contracts is essential to mitigate risk and protect your interests. We draft and review a wide range of contracts, including commercial agreements, employment contracts, supplier and customer agreements, and intellectual property licenses. Our team ensures that all key terms are clearly defined, obligations are understood, and contracts are enforceable, protecting you from future disputes.
Representing you in court or tribunals
We provide expert representation in court or before tribunals when disputes escalate to litigation. Whether it’s a commercial dispute, employment issue, or regulatory matter, our experienced litigators advocate for your interests, presenting your case effectively and efficiently. We guide you through the entire legal process, from pre-trial preparation and strategy development to presenting evidence and representing you in hearings, ensuring the best possible outcome.
Dealing with emergencies or a crisis
Business crises can arise unexpectedly—a legal dispute, a public relations scandal, financial instability, or an operational failure. Our team offers immediate, actionable advice and crisis management strategies to help you navigate the situation. We assist in mitigating the impact on your reputation, finances, and operations, providing you with legal guidance to protect your interests, limit liability, and manage the fallout from a crisis. Whether it’s an internal issue or external pressure, we’re here to help you stay focused and recover quickly.
Graham Fountain
Graham is used to fighting fires. With extensive experience in the states fire services, as both a volunteer and executive, he’s faced the heat in both the bush and in the boardroom. This comes in handy now as he forges a successful career in the law.
Graham is the Principal Lawyer and owner of the Fountain Law Group and a Nationally Accredited Mediator.
Graham has a reputation as a transformational, visionary, dynamic and highly responsive Non-Executive Chair/Director, CEO, Principal Lawyer, and Nationally Accredited Mediator. This experience provides Graham with well-honed governance, legal and strategic leadership skills arising from his demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced, complex, and politically sensitive environment, evidenced by a diverse and successful career within the public, private and not for profit sector, across multiple national and local companies and organisations.
Graham’s proven track record in organisational change, improving business and brand performance through strategic foresight, service delivery innovation and inspirational leadership in small, medium, and large multi-faceted organisations provides a solid foundation to apply to supporting and providing tailored advice to his clients, and adds value to client’s personal and business needs. He leverages his wealth of experience to support companies, individuals, sporting bodies, professional athletes, sponsors, clubs and associations to negotiate and restructure their respective entity structures, arrangements and contracts.
As Graham has walked in the shoes of a Board Chair/Director, CEO and business owner, local businesses, executives and directors benefit from his expertise in both the law and life.
While he understands the finer points of the law, his strength lies in reaching commercial outcomes that will transform a business. Graham provides his clients with a holistic range of services that include negotiating mergers and acquisitions, sensitive business restructures, industrial agreements and working with all levels of government.
Not one to sit in the office, Graham’s true love is community. He has been involved with the CFA for over 48 years, volunteers with local sporting clubs and provides his oversight to several community organisations as a non-executive chair and director.
Grahams relief from the pressures of work lay in his family, including enjoying being a poppy to his newest members of his family.
Alan Splatt
Alan has the depth and breadth of experience in the law that can only come with almost 50 years in the profession. It’s not the work that keeps him going, but rather the people that he has the pleasure of working with and helping. With his personable approach and empathy for clients, it’s no surprise that Alan has helped multiple generations of clients resolve their legal issues and made many friends and respected colleagues along the way.
Living and working in the local area, Alan has built strong relationships with business owners and developers in Frankston, the Mornington Peninsula and the Bayside regions. He has helped many structure and run their businesses by providing contractual and commercial advice and guiding them on succession planning. In addition, property developers have valued Alan’s guidance and advice in helping them manage major commercial and residential subdivisions and developments. Local families also trust Alan to help them pass on wealth to the next generation by handling their estates and Wills.
Alan instils trust in his clients by listening to their concerns and responding to their needs in a timely manner. No matter how big or small the issue, he understands how stressful legal issues can be and the importance of giving sound advice quickly. It’s with this ethos of care and responsiveness that Alan built Taylor Splatt & Partners from the ground up.
Alan is an Accredited Family Law Specialist and Accredited Family Law Arbitrator. He was also a past president of the Mornington Peninsula Lawyers Association, Chair of the Law Institute’s Family Law Advisory Committee and Convenor of the Volunteer Duty Lawyer scheme at both the Family and Magistrates Courts and Convenor of the Family Law Chapter. In addition to his professional endeavours, he is also an honorary Solicitor to a number of charities and sporting organisations and a Life Member of two Cricket Clubs. He also enjoys watching football, going fly fishing and spending time with his wife, children and six grandchildren.
Michael Denison
Michael Denison has over 35 years of experience in property law, conveyancing, and probate applications, helping clients navigate legal challenges with expertise and care.
Stephanie Scott
Stephanie became a lawyer because she enjoys helping people navigate life’s challenges. Whether assisting with estate planning, guiding families through immigration matters, or overseeing conveyancing transactions, she is committed to making the legal process as straightforward and stress-free as possible.
At Fountain Law, Stephanie focuses on estate planning, administration and disputes, immigration law, and conveyancing matters. She takes pride in helping clients secure their future, whether by drafting wills, establishing legacies, or ensuring smooth property transactions.
With kindness and empathy, Stephanie supports individuals through complex legal matters, ensuring they feel informed and confident in their decisions. Her background in linguistics reinforces her commitment to clear communication, ensuring clients understand their legal options in plain English.
Outside of work, Stephanie enjoys musical theatre and plays the bagpipes with the City of Melbourne Highland Pipe Band, where she serves as President. She is also actively involved in the piping community, serving on the committee of the Victorian Pipers Association and the College Branch Committee of Pipe Bands Victoria. A decorated piper, with her band she has won both the Australian and New Zealand Pipe Band Championships and has performed at major events both in Australia and overseas including Anzac Day commemorations, the Melbourne Tartan Festival, and the prestigious Lorient Interceltic Festival in Brittany, France.
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Our advisory services are designed for businesses of all sizes and industries. Whether you're a startup looking for guidance on structuring your operations, a growing company managing complex risks, or an established business undergoing a restructuring or acquisition, we provide tailored solutions to meet your unique needs.
We work closely with you to identify potential legal and operational risks within your business. By providing proactive, practical advice and access to our network of experts, we help you develop strategies to address and manage risks before they become problems, ensuring your business's long-term stability and growth.
Our approach combines deep legal expertise with real-world business experience. We offer practical legal advice and holistic support by connecting you with a network of professionals who can address your specific challenges. This comprehensive approach ensures that your business is well-positioned for success.
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