Cozens Johansen Lawyers

Cozens Johansen Lawyers is a respected law firm headquartered in Darwin, Northern Territory, with a deep commitment to serving clients across the region including Alice Springs, Katherine, Nhulunbuy and other regional communities. The Partners at Cozens Johansen not only live and work in Darwin but also maintain strong connections with numerous Northern Territory institutions such as government departments, local councils, businesses, and charitable organisations, enabling them to offer well-informed legal advice tailored to local needs. The firm’s expertise encompasses core areas of commercial, resources, and employment law, alongside offering legal training and in-house advisory services tailored to organisations and businesses. Cozens Johansen provides efficient, client-focused legal solutions by assigning experienced single points of contact, employing technological tools to enhance convenience, and maintaining a boutique firm culture that values personalised service. Notably, the firm does not charge clients for the time spent becoming familiar with their business or specific matters, and prioritises meeting clients at their premises when possible. Clients of Cozens Johansen span individuals, small to medium enterprises, ASX-listed companies, local and territory government bodies, and Aboriginal corporations. The firm offers a comprehensive range of legal services including business and commercial law—covering transactions such as the sale and purchase of businesses and liquor licence transfers—and provides specialised advice on Northern Territory-specific resource and energy law matters. Employment law guidance includes handling issues such as unfair dismissal, redundancies, discrimination, and enterprise bargaining agreements. Further offerings include assistance with wills and estates, property conveyancing, pastoral and agricultural law, construction contracts and disputes, commercial debt recovery, and civil litigation. The firm is also proficient in delivering legal advice on local laws, personal injury claims, health practitioner regulation including dealings with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), franchising law, and customised legal training. Additionally, Cozens Johansen supports clients with in-house legal services including regular onsite attendance. Cozens Johansen Lawyers demonstrates a sustained commitment to protecting clients’ legal rights, managing complex transactions like property settlements, and providing timely, practical advice to facilitate smooth legal processes throughout the Northern Territory.