Commercial, Contract and Litigation Lawyers

If you’re running a business, it’s important to have sound and enforceable contracts in place for all your commercial dealings. That’s where commercial contract lawyers like Lewis Kitson Lawyers come in.

We specialise in contract and commercial law and can assist your business with drafting, negotiating and reviewing all manner of agreements, contracts and deeds. We’re based in Perth, but we can help businesses all over Western Australia. Having a contracts lawyer on your team can give you peace of mind that all your commercial dealings are being handled correctly and legally.

If you are looking for a specialist contracts lawyer to assist your business, please contact us today.

At Lewis Kitson Lawyers, we recognise that even the most routine commercial transactions can have legal consequences. That is why we offer a comprehensive contract advice service, designed to protect your interests, and minimise the risk of disputes.

Our contract and commercial law experts can advise you on everything from business agreements and employment contracts to intellectual property licensing and supply agreements.

We will help you to understand your rights and obligations and negotiate favourable terms on your behalf.

If a contract dispute does arise, we can provide expert legal representation to help you navigate and resolve the dispute, ensuring that you receive the best possible outcome.

At Lewis Kitson Lawyers, we understand that commercial success requires more than just a thorough understanding of the law. It demands strategic thinking, creative problem solving and a commitment to achieving the best possible outcome for our clients.

We offer a comprehensive range of services, including corporations law and corporate governance advice. Corporate governance is the framework of rules and processes that direct the control and management of companies. We provide advice on corporate governance issues such as Corporations Act responsibilities and regulatory requirements.

Our team of experienced corporate lawyers will work with you to ensure that your business is compliant with all relevant legislation and that your interests are protected.

At Lewis Kitson Lawyers, we understand the importance of protecting your assets. That’s why we offer a range of asset protection services to our commercial clients. Our commercial lawyers endeavour to minimise legal and business risks by safeguarding your assets from litigation, loss, and diminution in value.

We can also help you create an asset protection strategy that is tailored to your specific needs and goals. Whether you’re looking to protect your commercial property portfolio or your company’s intellectual property, we can help.

Call us today to discuss your asset protection needs.

At Lewis Kitson Lawyers, our commercial lawyers have extensive experience advising on all aspects of business acquisitions. We understand that each acquisition is unique and requires a bespoke approach.

Our team will work closely with you to understand your specific needs and objectives, and to ensure that the process runs smoothly from start to finish. We can assist with due diligence on the target company, negotiate the terms of the sale and purchase agreement, and assist with any other commercial or legal matters that may arise.

With our experience and expertise, we can help you successfully navigate the business acquisition process and achieve a positive outcome for your company.

At Lewis Kitson Lawyers, our commercial lawyers have experience in the sale of businesses and the preparation of Business Sale Agreements.

A business sale agreement is a binding contract between a business seller and buyer which legally transfers the ownership of a business from the seller to the buyer. The agreement sets out the terms and conditions of the sale, including, among other things, the purchase price, the assets being transferred, any warranties or representations made by the seller, and any conditions precedent to the completion of the sale.

Our commercial lawyers can help you understand your options and ensure that the business sale agreement reflects your agreed commercial objectives. Contact us today to learn more about our services.

At Lewis Kitson Lawyers, we have a team of commercial lawyers who can assist with all aspects of contract and commercial law, including business purchase agreements.

A business purchase agreement is a binding contract between a business seller and buyer which legally transfers the ownership of a business from the seller to the buyer. This type of agreement contains provisions that govern the terms of sale. Our commercial lawyers can help to negotiate and draft the terms of the agreement, and they can also provide practical advice on the tax implications of the sale.

If you are thinking about buying or selling a business, we can help you to navigate the process and ensure that all the legal and contractual requirements are satisfied.

Choosing the right business structure is a critical decision for any commercial enterprise. The type of structure you choose will have implications for your financial liability, taxation, succession and ability to raise capital.

Our commercial lawyers can provide expert advice on the most appropriate structure for your business, taking into account your commercial goals and objectives. We can also assist with the establishment of the necessary legal and financial frameworks for your business, ensuring its ongoing success and viability.

Lewis Kitson Lawyers can also provide advice on a range of other commercial and corporate related matters, including contracts, taxation, succession and compliance. Call us today to discuss how we can help you protect and grow your business.

At Lewis Kitson Lawyers, we understand that succession planning is an essential part of any business. We also appreciate that it can be a complex and sensitive process.

Our commercial and corporate lawyers have the experience and expertise to guide you through every step of succession planning, from identifying potential successors and preparing succession mechanisms to negotiating the transfer of ownership.

We will work with you to ensure that your business continues to thrive long into the future.

Contact us today to discuss how we can help you with your business succession planning.

At Lewis Kitson Lawyers, we understand the importance of having a buy-sell agreement in place for your business. These agreements provide certainty and peace of mind should one of the business owners needs to exit the business for any reason.

We can work with you to tailor an agreement that meets your specific needs and requirements. Our team of experienced commercial lawyers will make sure that all aspects of the agreement are addressed, including the trigger events, valuation methods, and methods of payment.

With our help, you can have a buy-sell agreement that provides protection and security for your business.

Contract law can be complex and confusing, which is why we offer comprehensive contract advice to our clients. Our contract and commercial law experts will work with you to ensure that all of your business agreements are compliant with, and enforceable at law.

At Lewis Kitson Lawyers, we have extensive experience in contract and commercial law and can provide the comprehensive contract advice you need to protect your business.

At Lewis Kitson Lawyers, we recognise the importance of protecting your business interests. Our commercial lawyers can assist you with confidentiality agreements (also known as non-disclosure agreements or NDAs). A confidentiality agreement is a legally binding contract that protects information from being disclosed, particularly when new businesses are forming and there is a need to share commercial information between parties.

Our commercial lawyers can help you draft an agreement that suits your commercial needs and ensure that it is legally binding and enforceable.

If you have any questions about confidentiality agreements or any other aspect of contract, commercial or corporate law, please do not hesitate to contact our contract, commercial and corporate lawyers.

Lewis Kitson Lawyers offer commercial legal advice and services related to Distribution Agreements. A form of commercial contract, a Distribution Agreement is typically between a supplier and distributor and grants the right to distribute goods or services of the supplier to clients or customers. The terms of the agreement will set out the responsibilities of both parties and can vary depending on the types of products or services being distributed.

Our team of commercial lawyers have experience in negotiating and drafting distribution agreements. We can provide comprehensive advice on all aspects of distribution agreements, including terms and conditions, supply arrangements, marketing and promotional activities, pricing, and risk management.

Whether you’re a supplier or distributor, our team of commercial lawyers can provide you with tailored legal advice to ensure your interests are protected.

Anyone considering franchising their business or entering into a franchise agreement should seek commercial legal advice first. However, it’s also important for you to do your homework first in order to make sure that you are entering into a deal that’s worth your time, resources, and efforts.

A commercial lawyer can review the agreement to ensure that it is fair and in your best interests. They can also provide practical advice on the risks and benefits of franchising arrangements and help you to understand the key terms of the agreement. When done right, franchising can be a fantastic way to start or grow a business.

Lewis Kitson Lawyers can assist you with all aspects of franchising, from reviewing franchise agreements to providing commercial legal advice regarding any disputes that may arise during the subsistence of the arrangement. Request a call today to learn more about our services.

Lewis Kitson Lawyers commercial and corporate lawyers advise on, negotiate, and prepare Joint Venture Agreements for clients across a broad range of industries. We work closely with our clients to understand their business requirements and objectives to ensure that these agreements meet their needs.

When forming a joint venture, it is important to have a written agreement that sets out the terms of the relationship between the parties, including their rights and obligations.

Our lawyers can help you draft an agreement that is tailored to your specific needs and requirements.

Our corporate and commercial lawyers have extensive experience in drafting and negotiating loan agreements. A loan agreement is a contract between a lender and a borrower in which the borrower agrees, among other things, to repay the loan within a specified repayment period.

The agreement may also include the granting of associated securities, caveats, mortgages and other terms and conditions. If there is a dispute over the loan agreement, our lawyers can provide cost effective and sound advice and representation in order to resolve your dispute. We are committed to providing our clients with the highest level of service, and we will work with you to ensure that your loan agreement is fair and reasonable.

We understand the importance of protecting your interests and will work hard to ensure that you receive the best possible outcome.

In addition to drafting, reviewing and negotiating loan agreements, our lawyers can also assist with the securitisation of any interests provided in the agreement, such as drafting and registering mortgages and caveats, as well as registrations of interests on the Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR).

At Lewis Kitson Lawyers, we understand that commercial partnerships can be complex and often sensitive arrangements. Our commercial lawyers have experience in drafting agreements that protect the interests of parties to the partnership in order to set the foundation for a successful business partnership.

We take the time to understand your business and what it is that you hope to achieve from the business partnership before drafting an agreement that meets your specific needs.

This means that there is greater clarity and certainty within the partnership, all of which is designed to avoid disputes down the line.
Contact us today to discuss how we can help you protect your interests in commercial partnerships.

At Lewis Kitson Lawyers, our commercial lawyers in Perth are experienced in drafting, reviewing and negotiating Shareholder Agreements.

These agreements are most often used to set out the specific rights and obligations of the shareholders of a company, which assist with the governance of the relationship between the shareholders.

We can assist you with all aspects of negotiation and preparation of a Shareholders’ Agreement, including advice on matters such as taxation, company law, succession and intellectual property rights.

A Share Sale Agreement is a sale agreement used to transfer and assign ownership (shares of stock) in a corporation. Aside from price and payment terms, a share sale agreement will contain warranties and other protections for both sides of the transaction.

Lewis Kitson Lawyers has extensive experience in negotiating and drafting share sale agreements and can provide advice on the best way to protect your interests in a sale.

Our lawyers will work with you to ensure that the agreement is fair and equitable for all parties involved and that all relevant legal requirements are met.

If you are considering selling shares in your company, contact Lewis Kitson Lawyers to discuss your options.