Alex Solo

Co-Founder

Biography

Alex is a lawyer, entrepreneur and co-founder of Sprintlaw, an international law/tech firm that's transforming the way legal services are delivered to small businesses. Sprintlaw operates in Australia, New Zealand and the UK and has won many industry awards, including being listed as the fastest growing legal business in the Asia Pacific region by the Financial Times in 2022.

As a lawyer, Alex specialises in the technology space and was named one of Australia's Most Influential Lawyers by Australasian Lawyer in 2022, one of Asia Law Portal's "30 People to Watch" in the Business of Law in Asia in 2020 and was selected by Lawyer's Weekly as the top under 30 technology & media lawyer in Australia in 2019.

Prior to founding Sprintlaw, Alex worked as a technology lawyer at Clayton Utz and was the founder and managing director of Spidr, an online digital agency which he sold in 2015.

Education

Bachelor of Laws (2013), University of Sydney

Bachelor of Arts (Media & Communication) (2011), University of Sydney

Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice (2014), Australian National University

Professional Membership

Admitted to the Supreme Court of NSW

Admitted to the High Court

Awards

Sydney Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award (Winner, '19, '20, '21, Finalist '22, '23)

Asia Law Portal '30 People To Watch' list ('20, '23)

Leading Technology Lawyer (NSW), Legal Adviser Awards ('23)

Most Influential Lawyer List, Australasian Lawyer ('22)

30 Under 30 Award in Tech, Media and Telco (Winner, '19)

B&T 30 Under 30 Entrepreneur Awards ('19)

Australasian Law Awards Young Private Practice Lawyer of the Year ('19)

Service Expertise

Business Set Up Commercial Leases Consumer Law Contracts Data & Privacy Digital Marketing & Advertising eCommerce Employment Law Franchising Getting Finance Intellectual Property Startups Creative & Entertainment Software & IT Business Sales Regulatory Compliance

Alex Solo's
Articles & Guides

Before You Invest in More Marketing, Check This on Your Website First

More traffic will not fix a legally weak website. Is your site ready to handle customers, data and disputes before you spend more on marketing?

28 May 2026

The New Wave of Solo Founders: Legal Structures That Actually Work

Going solo in business? The right legal structure can protect your assets, support growth and help you avoid costly mistakes early.

27 May 2026

Cross-border Data Transfer Addendums for Australian Businesses

A cross border data transfer addendum can help Australian businesses manage overseas disclosures of personal information, especially when using global

26 May 2026

Franchise Operations Manual Review for Australian Franchisors

A franchise operations manual can create real legal and commercial risk if it does not match your franchise agreement, disclosure material or day to day

26 May 2026

Paid Parental Leave Changes in Australia: What Employers Need To Know in 2026

Are your workplace policies ready for the 2026 paid parental leave changes? Small mistakes can create big compliance risks for employers.

25 May 2026

The Legal Side of the Creator Economy Boom

Building a creator brand? The legal risks around copyright, sponsorships and contracts can grow faster than your audience.

25 May 2026

Managing Workplace Relationships: An Employer Guide for Australian Businesses

Workplace relationships can expose Australian businesses to conflict, harassment, favouritism and safety risks if they are not managed properly. This

25 May 2026

Purchase Leave in Australia: A Guide for Employers

Purchase leave can give employees extra flexibility, but employers need clear written terms, lawful pay deductions and a plan for what happens if

22 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

Managing Employee Resignations in Australia: An Employer Guide

Employee resignations can raise tricky questions about notice, final pay, awards, handovers and post-employment obligations. This employer guide explains

20 May 2026

AML Laws For Dealers In High-Value Goods

Could your jewellery, bullion or luxury goods business be caught by Australia’s new AML laws? Dealers should review sales processes and legal documents well before 1 July 2026.

20 May 2026