Commercial Contracts & Agreements

All businesses and enterprises enter into various contracts and agreements in the course of their day-to-day operations.

TLFC have the breadth and depth of knowledge and experience to assist clients from a diverse range of industry specialisations in reviewing and drafting commercial contracts and agreements.

Commercial contracts are the cornerstone of business.

Over the last 45 years, we have drafted an extensive range of standard and non-standard commercial contracts and agreements. TLFC’s commercial team have impeccable drafting skills and an acute attention to detail. The team are able to tackle any arrangement or agreement no matter how complex or unusual.

We provide responsive advice in relation to reviewing contracts. This helps you better understand your rights, liabilities and obligations. TLFC lawyers can provide advice on unfair terms that could render your contract unenforceable, or work out how best to negotiate more favourable terms.

TLFC Law will always endeavour to minimise risk and maximise success for our clients.

Our commercial team are committed to assisting our clients in getting the deal done. Our firm can assist with:

 

If you would like more information about our services or you have a question for one of our expert team, feel free to call us or contact one of our lawyers directly.

Our Experts

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Michael Fetter
Principal BEc, LLB, LLM

Michael Fetter

Michael Fetter has been recognised on the Best Lawyers List for 2020/2021 in the category of Commercial Law Find the...
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Jonathan Tisher
Principal Accredited Property Law Specialist

Jonathan Tisher

Jonathan Tisher has been recognised on the Best Lawyers List for 2018, 2019, 2020 & 2021 in the category of Real...
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Ron Cohen
Principal BEc, LLB

Ron Cohen

Ron’s clients include large corporations and individuals that rely on him for all aspects of their legal...
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Alan Goldstone OAM
Principal LLB

Alan Goldstone OAM

Alan Goldstone practises predominantly in the commercial world and is a specialist in business sales and acquisitions,...
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Rob Oxley
Principal LLB (Hons), PgDip

Rob Oxley

Rob Oxley’s clients include large corporations and family operated businesses The success Rob has experienced...
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Felicity Simpson
Special Counsel BJuris, LLB

Felicity Simpson

With over 19 years experience, Felicity Simpson has acted for a wide variety of clients, including many start ups and...
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Colin McCaul
Special Counsel

Colin McCaul

He regularly advises on all property related matters including residential and commercial property sales and purchases,...
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Jeremy Quah
Senior Associate BA, LLB

Jeremy Quah

Jeremy has extensive experience in advising small and medium size enterprises on general commercial matters including...
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Megan Sanders
Senior Associate BA LLB

Megan Sanders

Megan Sanders acts in a diverse array of matters including business structuring, sale and acquisition, commercial...
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Julia Thermos
Senior Associate BA, LLB

Julia Thermos

Julia Thermos’ work includes residential and commercial acquisitions, disposals, property development,...
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Nafsika Palbas
Senior Associate Accredited Property Law Specialist

Nafsika Palbas

Nafsika Palbas confidently advises clients, investors and developers on real estate acquisitions, dispositions,...
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Marilyn Wai
Senior Associate B.Bus (Singapore), LLB

Marilyn Wai

With a background in international tax and GST, she is a trusted legal advisor to many private and high net worth...
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