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BD Legal

BD Legal

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Traralgon, VIC | Warragul, VIC
Click to Reveal Phone Number(03) 517..
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About Us

bdlegal is a boutique law firm based in Gippsland, Victoria, offering tailored commercial and legal solutions to individuals as well as small to medium-sized businesses. Our team is composed of experienced professionals who are deeply connected to the local community, with many members born and raised in Gippsland and the Latrobe Valley. This local knowledge enables us to understand the evolving regional landscape and maintain strong ties with community and sporting organisations. Following the acquisition of McDonough & Co. in 2017, bdlegal now operates from offices in Traralgon and Warragul. We focus on providing comprehensive commercial law advice and legal services, particularly in the areas of commercial debt recovery across Australia. Our legal expertise extends to all facets of commercial business law, supporting small to medium enterprises with their legal needs. Our services also cover commercial and residential conveyancing, assisting clients with buying and selling businesses, commercial leasing matters, and comprehensive estate planning, including wills and probate work. We aim to provide clear, practical advice tailored to clients’ specific circumstances and objectives. Within our commercial law practice, we assist clients with commercial dispute resolution, insolvency and bankruptcy matters, as well as property law and leasing arrangements. Our estate planning approach is thorough and personalised, ensuring that the legal documents prepared align with clients’ current life stage and future goals. Our conveyancing team is well-equipped to handle all property transaction matters, offering additional legal advice when transactions involve greater complexity. We also support executors in managing deceased estates, guiding them through the estate administration process to achieve timely resolution. At bdlegal, our commitment is to deliver accessible, experienced legal guidance founded on local expertise and a practical understanding of client needs in Gippsland and beyond.

Practice Areas

Commercial Law
Estate Planning
Litigation & Disputes
Property Law

Specialisations

Estate Planning

BD Legal offers comprehensive estate planning services from their offices in Traralgon and Warragul, tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. They guide individuals through preparing key documents such as Wills, Enduring Powers of Attorney, Medical Treatment Decision Maker appointments, and Binding Death Benefit Nominations. Their approach considers current life stages, family circumstances, asset structures, and future goals to ensure that clients’ wishes are clearly documented and legally sound. In addition to estate planning, BD Legal supports executors and families managing deceased estates, helping to navigate complex processes such as obtaining Probate or Letters of Administration, and the transfer or sale of assets including property and superannuation. Their personalised assistance throughout the estate administration process aims to resolve matters efficiently while keeping clients informed at every step.

Property Law

BD Legal offers comprehensive conveyancing services, managing the legal processes involved in property transactions to ensure clear and lawful transfer of ownership. Their team is proficient in handling a wide range of property matters including residential, commercial, and rural sales and purchases, transfers, caveats, sub-divisions, consolidations, and transactions related to deceased estates and mortgage discharges. Operating from their Traralgon and Warragul offices, they work closely with financial institutions, brokers, and real estate agents to facilitate smooth and efficient settlements. With property transactions becoming more complex, BD Legal provides detailed legal advice prior to contract signing to clarify clients' rights and obligations. Their conveyancing team is well-equipped to guide clients through every stage – from initial instruction to settlement – ensuring that clients can make informed decisions and experience less stress during their property dealings.

Our Team

Richard Bridge

Richard Bridge

Partner

locationTraralgon, VIC

Specialises in

Commercial LawProperty LawEstate Planning
Chris Drenen

Chris Drenen

Partner

locationTraralgon, VIC

Specialises in

Commercial LawLitigation & DisputesProperty Law
Brayden O’Connor

Brayden O’Connor

Senior Associate

locationTraralgon, VIC

Specialises in

Estate PlanningCommercial LawLitigation & Disputes

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Office Locations

Traralgon, VIC

Location24 Hotham Street, Traralgon, VIC
Click to Reveal Phone Number(03) 517..

Warragul, VIC

Location80 Albert Street, Warragul, VIC
Click to Reveal Phone Number(03) 517..