Contracts Articles
Expert articles and practical legal guides on contracts for australian businesses.
Contract Document Essentials for Startups: Key Clauses and Common Pitfalls
When you’re building a startup, it’s easy to focus on product, customers, funding and growth - and put the “paperwork” in the too-hard basket. But the truth is, your contract documents are...
10 June 2026
Unfair Contract Terms Case Law: Key Rulings Small Businesses Should Know
Most small businesses don’t set out to create unfair contracts. In reality, it usually happens when you’re trying to move fast - using a template, copying industry terms, or relying on a...
10 June 2026
Is A Joint Venture A Separate Legal Entity In Australia?
Joint ventures are a popular way for Australian businesses to grow faster, enter new markets, share costs, or tackle big projects without “going it alone”. If you’re thinking about teaming up with...
9 June 2026
Contractual Damages: A Practical Guide For Australian Startups And Small Businesses
If you run a startup or small business, contracts are part of everyday life. You sign up customers, onboard suppliers, hire staff, partner with co-founders, and sometimes enter long-term agreements that your...
9 June 2026
Deed Template Guide: When To Use Deeds, Key Clauses And Tips
If you run a small business, there’s a good chance you’ve been asked to sign a deed at some point - maybe a deed of settlement, a deed of release, or a...
9 June 2026
Key Lease Terms for Road Transport Operators in Australia
Fitout access terms can make or break a road transport lease. This guide explains what Australian operators should check around early access, permitted
9 June 2026
Free Rent Lease Deals: Legal Risks, Negotiation Tips & Key Clauses
A “free lease” sounds like the dream when you’re building a startup. No rent for the first few months can be the difference between launching now and waiting another year. It can...
8 June 2026
GST Not Included: Pricing And Contract Drafting Rules In Australia
If you run a small business in Australia, you’ve probably seen (or used) pricing labels like “$100 + GST” or “GST not included”. It seems simple - but if you display prices...
8 June 2026
How To Start A Stationery Business In Australia: Legal Steps & Contracts
Starting a stationery business can be a genuinely exciting move - whether you’re planning to sell curated notebooks and pens online, open a bricks-and-mortar stationery store, supply corporate stationery in bulk, or...
8 June 2026
Invitation To Treat Vs Offer: Key Differences In Contracts
When you’re running a small business, contracts are everywhere. Quotes, proposals, “specials” on your website, product listings, tender documents, even a simple email that says “sounds good” can quickly turn into a...
8 June 2026
IP Agreement Template: Key Clauses for Australian Startups and SMEs
If you’re building a startup or small business, your “stuff” often isn’t physical. It’s the brand you’ve created, the software you’ve built, the designs you’ve developed, the processes you’ve refined, and the...
8 June 2026
Do Deeds Need To Be Witnessed In Australia?
When you’re running a small business or building a startup, you’ll probably sign a mix of documents: customer terms, supplier contracts, leases, financing paperwork, and (sometimes) deeds. But deeds can feel like...
8 June 2026
How To Write A Cancellation Letter For Your Business
Running a business means juggling a lot of moving parts - suppliers, customers, subscriptions, contractors, leases, and service providers. At some point, you’ll probably need to end one of these arrangements. That’s...
8 June 2026
Unconditional Undertaking Meaning And When To Use One In Australia
If you run a business, you’ll eventually run into situations where someone asks you to “give an unconditional undertaking” - or you might want to ask someone else for one. It comes...
6 June 2026
Can an Accountant Sign a Statutory Declaration?
When you’re running a small business, paperwork has a way of showing up at the worst possible time. A supplier wants “a statutory declaration”, your bank asks for “a stat dec confirming...
5 June 2026
What “I Agree To The Terms And Conditions” Means For Australian Businesses
If you run a startup or small business in Australia, you’ve probably seen (or used) the words “I agree to the terms and conditions” more times than you can count. It might...
5 June 2026
Management Agreement Template: Essential Clauses To Include In Australia
If you’re bringing in someone to help run your business day-to-day (or you’re stepping into a new partnership where one party “manages” operations), it’s tempting to keep things informal. After all, speed...
5 June 2026Subscription Terms for Online Marketplaces in Australia
Joining an online marketplace on a paid plan can affect fees, customer data, suspension risk and your ability to leave. This guide explains what
5 June 2026
How To Start A Transport Business: Legal Steps, Licences And Contracts
Starting a transport business can be a great move if you’re looking for a practical, high-demand industry where reliable operators are always needed. Whether you’re planning to run a courier service, last-mile...
4 June 2026
Deed Of Assignment Template: What Startups And Small Businesses Should Know
If you’re building a startup or running a small business, there’s a good chance you’ll need to transfer something valuable at some point - an IP asset, a contract, a lease, a...
4 June 2026
Waiver Of Liability Form: A Guide For Australian Businesses
If you run a small business, you’re probably constantly balancing growth with risk. You want customers to enjoy what you offer - whether that’s a workshop, a fitness session, an event, equipment...
4 June 2026
The Day a Startup Realised It Didn’t Own Its Own Product
Think paying a contractor means you own the work? For startups, one missing IP assignment clause can put your entire product at risk.
4 June 2026
Liquidated Damages Clauses: Practical Examples And Drafting Tips
If you run a small business, late delivery, missed milestones, or a project that drags on longer than promised can quickly turn into real costs. You might need to pay your own...
4 June 2026
The Contract Life Cycle: A Practical Guide For Startups And SMEs
If you run a startup or small business, contracts probably show up everywhere - customer deals, suppliers, software tools, hiring, partnerships, and even investor conversations. But here’s the tricky part: most contract...
4 June 2026
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