Business Set Up Articles
Expert articles and practical legal guides on business set up for australian businesses.
Working By Yourself: Legal Checklist For Solo Founders And Freelancers
Working by yourself can be one of the most rewarding ways to build a business. You get to move fast, make decisions quickly, and shape the work around your goals and lifestyle....
25 May 2026
Business Administration Basics for Australian Startups and SMEs
When you’re building a startup or growing a small business, “administration” can feel like the boring stuff you’ll get to later. But in practice, good business administration is what keeps your business...
23 May 2026
Why Unincorporated Businesses Are So Common in Australia: Costs and Risks
If you’re starting (or running) a small business in Australia, you’ve probably noticed that many businesses don’t operate through a company. That’s not a coincidence. Unincorporated businesses (especially sole traders) are extremely...
23 May 2026
Trustee Duties And Risks For Trusts In Australia
If you run a small business or startup in Australia, there’s a good chance you’ve considered (or already use) a trust structure. Trusts can be a powerful way to hold business assets,...
22 May 2026
Do You Need an ABN to Get Paid for Services in Australia?
If you run a small business or you’re engaging contractors, one question tends to come up again and again: do you actually need an ABN to receive payment for services? It’s a...
22 May 2026
Can A Trustee Also Be A Beneficiary Of A Discretionary Trust?
If you run a small business (or you’re about to), there’s a good chance you’ve come across the discretionary trust as a way to hold business assets, operate a trading business, or...
22 May 2026
Unit Trust Beneficiaries: Rights, Distributions And Control In Australia
If you run (or are thinking about running) your small business through a unit trust, you’ve probably heard the term unit trust beneficiaries thrown around a lot. It’s not just a technical...
21 May 2026
What Is Corporate Governance? A Practical Guide for Australian Companies
Company governance is the system that guides how your company is run, who can make decisions, and how directors meet their legal duties. This practical
20 May 2026
AML Laws For Trust And Company Service Providers
Could your company setup or nominee services trigger AUSTRAC obligations from 1 July 2026? Find out if your business may be caught by the new AML/CTF rules.
20 May 2026
Business Zoning: How To Check And Comply With Zoning Rules In Australia
When you’re starting (or growing) a small business, it’s easy to focus on the exciting parts - branding, pricing, hiring your first team member, or finally moving into your own premises. But...
19 May 2026
Can a Former Director Be Liable for Company Debts?
If you run a company, you already know that “limited liability” is one of the big reasons business owners choose a company structure. But when cash flow gets tight, invoices pile up,...
19 May 2026
Benefits Of A Discretionary Trust For Australian Businesses And Startups
When you’re building a small business or startup, you’re usually thinking about growth, customers, cashflow and product-market fit. But at some point, most business owners hit a very practical question: what structure...
18 May 2026
How To Start A Babysitting Business In Australia: Legal Requirements
Starting a babysitting business can be a great small business idea in Australia. Demand is steady (parents need reliable care), overheads can be low, and you can start small and grow into...
18 May 2026
Partnership Business Structure Examples: Choosing The Right Model
Starting a business with someone else can be exciting - you get to share the workload, combine skills, and (hopefully) move faster than you could alone. But before you jump in, it’s...
18 May 2026
Certification of Registration in Australia: Which Documents Count?
If you’ve ever been asked to provide “certification of registration” and thought, isn’t my ABN or company details enough? - you’re not alone. In Australia, small business owners are often asked for...
16 May 2026
Why Would a Sole Trader Apply for an ABN in Australia?
If you run a small business, you’ll inevitably come across the question: “Why is the individual/sole trader applying for an ABN?” Sometimes it comes up when you’re setting up your own operations...
15 May 2026
What Are Capital Shares? A Guide for Australian Businesses
Capital shares determine ownership in an Australian company, but the real issue is what rights those shares carry. This guide explains how capital shares
15 May 2026
Do You Need An ABN?
When you’re starting a business, it’s normal to want to keep things simple. You might be testing an idea, doing a few early sales, or taking on your first client while you...
15 May 2026
Cap Tables in Australia: Tracking Startup Equity and Ownership
A cap table shows who owns your startup and how that ownership may change over time. This guide explains how cap tables work in Australia, the legal
15 May 2026
How To Start And Run A Crypto Business In Australia: Legal Checklist
Starting a crypto business can feel like you’re building in fast-forward. The market moves quickly, the tech evolves daily, and customer expectations are high from the moment you launch. But in Australia,...
15 May 2026
Can You Be a Sole Trader If You’re Bankrupt?
If you’re dealing with bankruptcy but still want to keep earning an income (or rebuild your business income over time), it’s completely normal to ask whether you can be a sole trader...
14 May 2026
What Is a Trade Name in Australia?
Choosing a name is one of the most exciting parts of starting a business. It’s also one of the easiest places to get tripped up. You might be ready to launch your...
13 May 2026
Discretionary Trust Example: A Practical Guide For Australian Owners
Choosing the right structure for your business isn’t just a paperwork exercise - it can shape how you manage risk, bring in family members, handle tax and reporting, and plan for long-term...
12 May 2026
What Is a Legal Name for a Business?
Choosing a name is one of the most exciting parts of starting a business. It’s also one of the easiest places to get confused - because in Australia, you can end up...
12 May 2026
Need help with your business legals?
Speak with Sprintlaw to get practical legal support and fixed-fee options tailored to your business.