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Business Law

Your Business. Our Priority. Focused on Your Results.

A Business Law team that understands your unique needs.

 As a small business owner, your primary focus is on building something exceptional. We’re here to ensure that every legal detail is managed with care and precision. We provide comprehensive business law advice tailored to protect your interests.  Whether you are dealing with contract negotiations, employment law, intellectual property, or regulatory compliance, our expert team is here to ensure your business is well-prepared for success.  Trust us to guide you through the complexities of business law, allowing you to focus on growing your business.

Corporate Governance

Comprehensive legal counsel on all aspects of corporate governance, including compliance with the Corporations Act 2001, advising on directors’ duties and liabilities, assisting with risk management and reporting obligations, and drafting and reviewing essential corporate documents such as constitutions and shareholder agreements.

Contract Law

Proactive contract management is essential for business success. Foye Legal helps you create strong, enforceable agreements and effectively resolve disputes to minimise disruption and protect your bottom line.

Business Structuring and Start Up’s

Foye Legal offers comprehensive support for business structuring and start-ups, including business registration, tax-efficient structuring advice and the drafting/reviewing of joint venture, partnership, shareholder, and unit holder agreements.

Mergers and Acquisitions

Foye Legal provides comprehensive legal counsel on all aspects of mergers and acquisitions, including due diligence, transaction structuring and negotiation, drafting and reviewing transaction documents (including share purchase agreements), and developing effective business succession strategies.

Employment Law

Foye Legal provides comprehensive legal counsel on all aspects of employment law, including drafting and reviewing employment contracts and workplace policies, advising on compliance with the Fair Work Act 2009, managing workplace disputes and unfair dismissal claims, and determining appropriate worker classifications (employee vs. contractor).

Intellectual Property Protection

Comprehensive legal counsel on all aspects of intellectual property protection, including trademark registration and enforcement, developing strategies for protecting confidential information, drafting and reviewing licensing agreements, and resolving IP disputes through negotiation, mediation, or litigation.

Insolvency and Restructuring

Insolvency and restructuring law encompasses a complex body of legislation and case law governing the legal processes for dealing with financial distress. These processes include voluntary administration, receivership, liquidation, bankruptcy, debt restructuring and compromise arrangements.

Regulatory Compliance

Regulatory compliance refers to the processes and procedures businesses must implement to adhere to applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards. This includes compliance with consumer protection legislation, privacy laws, anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing regulations, competition law and various other sector-specific requirements.

Taxation Law

Taxation law comprises a complex body of legislation, regulations, and case law that governs the imposition and collection of taxes by government entities. This includes income tax, goods and services tax (GST), fringe benefits tax (FBT), capital gains tax (CGT), and various other forms of taxation at both the federal and state/territory levels. It also addresses international tax issues and dispute resolution mechanisms with tax authorities.

Franchising

Franchising law is a specialised area of law that regulates the granting and operation of franchises. It covers various aspects, including franchise agreements, disclosure requirements under relevant codes (such as the Franchising Code of Conduct in Australia), dispute resolution, and termination procedures.

Property & Leasing

Property and leasing law is a broad area of law that encompasses the legal rights and obligations associated with real property, including ownership, possession, use, and transfer. In a commercial context, it specifically addresses the legal framework for commercial and retail leases, including lease agreements, rent reviews, dispute resolution, and lease renewals and terminations. It also covers the legal aspects of buying and selling commercial property, including due diligence, contract negotiation, and settlement.

Trade Practices and Consumer Protection

Trade practices and consumer protection law cover a wide range of business activities, including advertising, marketing, sales, and product safety. They aim to prevent unfair business practices and protect consumers from misleading or deceptive conduct, unsafe products, and unfair contract terms.

Industry-Specific Regulations

Industry-specific regulations comprise a diverse body of legislation, regulations, and industry codes of conduct that govern the operations of businesses within particular sectors. These regulations address various issues, including licensing requirements, professional conduct standards, product safety standards, environmental compliance, data protection, and other sector-specific obligations.

Ready to take the stress out of legal complexities? Let Foye Legal handle the details, so you can stay focused on growing your business. Get in touch with our team today for tailored legal support that protects your interests and sets your business up for long-term success.

At Foye Legal, the right lawyer is everything.

 

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Free, personalised support for starting or growing a business, including one-on-one guidance, webinars, and online resources.

Helps settle disputes and disagreements, and provides resources for small businesses.

Provides information about steps taken when a customer complains about a business

Provides information about business rights and protections.

Provides legal help through LawAccess NSW, which can be contacted by phone or chat.

Provides resources on business law, including competition and consumer law, commercial and corporate law, financial services, and more.

Provides information about legal essentials for business, including laws around contracts, fair trading, employment, and more.

Provides guidance on industrial relations, including checklists and template letters for employers.

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