Contracts Articles
Expert articles and practical legal guides on contracts for australian businesses.
What Is A Deed Of Access & Indemnity?
If you’re a director, officer or company secretary in Australia, you’re taking on serious responsibilities - and legal risk - every time you make a decision. A Deed of Access & Indemnity...
8 February 2025
Selling Or Purchasing An Online Business? Make Sure You’re Protected
Buying or selling an online business can be an exciting move. Whether you’re acquiring a thriving eCommerce store or exiting a digital brand you’ve grown from scratch, it’s a big decision that...
8 February 2025
Operating Under Two Companies? Here’s Why You Need An Intercompany IP Licence
If you run your business across two separate companies - for example, one company owns your brand and tech while another operates the day‑to‑day business - you’re not alone. Many Australian founders...
8 February 2025
What Is A Supply & Install Agreement?
If you sell products and also install them for your customers - think solar panels, air conditioning units, cabinetry, flooring, gates or commercial equipment - you’re not just selling “goods” or just...
7 February 2025
Do You Need A Solar Installation Services Agreement?
Solar is booming in Australia, and whether you’re installing rooftop systems for homes or commercial arrays, demand is strong. That also means expectations are high - on timing, workmanship, safety and after‑sales...
7 February 2025
Ending A Partnership? Here’s Why You’ll Need A Partnership Dissolution Agreement
Breaking up a business partnership can be emotional and complex. Even if you and your partner are parting on good terms, you’re still unwinding a shared enterprise with finances, assets, staff, contracts...
7 February 2025
Electrical Service Agreements: How Do They Work?
If you run an electrical business in Australia, the jobs you take on can range from quick call-outs to complex fit‑outs and ongoing maintenance. A clear, written Electrical Service Agreement makes that...
7 February 2025
15 Questions To Ask When Buying A Business
Buying an established business can be a smart way to fast-track your growth, but it pays to ask the right questions before you sign anything. A thorough approach helps you understand what...
6 February 2025
What Is Liability?
“Liability” is one of those legal words you hear a lot in business - but what does it actually mean for you as a founder or owner in Australia? In short, liability...
6 February 2025
How Can Your Business Avoid Misleading or Deceptive Conduct?
If you sell products or services in Australia, the Australian Consumer Law (ACL) applies to you. One of its core rules is simple on paper but easy to get wrong in practice:...
6 February 2025
What You Need To Know About Share And Unit Sales
Buying or selling ownership in an Australian business often happens through either a share sale (in a company) or a unit sale (in a unit trust). If you’re planning a transaction, understanding...
5 February 2025
What Is A Lead Generation Agreement?
If your business relies on new enquiries or qualified sales prospects, you’ve probably thought about working with a third party to supply “leads”. A Lead Generation Agreement is the contract that sets...
5 February 2025
Why Should I Use E‑Signatures?
If you’re still printing, signing and scanning paperwork, you’re not alone - but there’s a faster, safer and more compliant way to sign business documents in Australia. E‑signatures let you execute contracts...
5 February 2025
Returns, Refunds And Exchanges: What Are Your Obligations?
Returns and refunds are part of doing business in Australia. Whether you’re selling online or in-store, you’re expected to handle faults and complaints fairly - and the law sets minimum standards you...
4 February 2025
Zombie Agreements: What Employers Need To Know
Heard the term “zombie agreements” and wondering if it affects your workplace? You’re not alone. Many Australian employers have had legacy industrial instruments still hanging around from the pre-Fair Work era -...
4 February 2025
How To Get Out Of A Contract
Whether you’ve signed a supply agreement you no longer need, a services contract that isn’t working out, or a lease that’s become unworkable, most business owners eventually face the same question: how...
3 February 2025
Why You Need A Property Licence Agreement (Shared Workspace)
Shared workspaces and coworking hubs are thriving in Australia. Whether you run a flexible office, creative studio, makerspace or casual hot-desk venue, your business model relies on short-term, non-exclusive access to space...
3 February 2025How To Start An Ad Agency: A Legal Guide For Australian Small Businesses
Launching your own ad agency is an exciting move. You get to help brands grow, turn creative ideas into campaigns, and build long-term client relationships. But to win and keep great clients,...
3 February 2025
What Is Fraudulent Misrepresentation?
If you’ve entered into a contract based on statements that turned out to be false, it’s natural to ask whether those statements were simply a mistake or something more serious. Fraudulent misrepresentation...
3 February 2025
7 Things To Know When Using Shopify
Shopify makes it easy to launch an online store in Australia. You can pick a theme, add products and start taking orders in a weekend. But building a reliable ecommerce business takes...
3 February 2025
Everything You Need To Know About The Corporations Act
If you’re running a company in Australia (or thinking about setting one up), the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) sits at the heart of how your business is formed, managed and regulated. It...
3 February 2025
What Is A Boilerplate Clause?
When you open a contract, you’ll often skim the first few pages and then jump straight to price and deliverables. It’s normal to gloss over the last section full of “standard” wording...
2 February 2025
What Is A Consultancy Agreement?
Hiring a consultant can be a smart way to access specialist skills without growing your headcount. But to make the relationship clear and protect both sides, you’ll want the right contract in...
2 February 2025
Concerned About Competition From A Former Employee, Contractor Or Service Provider? A Non-Compete Agreement May Be The Solution
When a trusted employee, contractor or service provider moves on, it’s normal to worry. Will they take your customers, leverage your industry connections, or use inside knowledge to compete against you? In...
1 February 2025
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