Drayton Sher Lawyers

Sydney, NSW

0411 332..

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About Us

Drayton Sher Lawyers offers a personalised and client-centred approach to legal services, prioritising a clear understanding of each client’s unique circumstances and challenges. With over fifty years of combined experience, the firm provides practical solutions across a range of areas including insolvency and bankruptcy, commercial transactions, litigation and dispute resolution, and family law. The firm’s insolvency practice involves advising and acting for insolvency practitioners and company directors, addressing complex financial and corporate matters with careful attention to detail. In commercial transactions, Drayton Sher Lawyers assists in negotiating and drafting contracts and agreements, supporting clients to navigate their business dealings confidently. Litigation and dispute resolution are handled with extensive courtroom experience, supported by the firm’s emphasis on mediation as a first step to resolve disputes efficiently and collaboratively. Two members of the firm hold accreditation as mediators, underscoring their commitment to facilitating creative and less adversarial outcomes. Drayton Sher Lawyers represents a diverse client base, including individuals, business owners, theatrical agents, and clothing manufacturers and importers. The firm’s dedication to understanding each client’s situation ensures tailored advice and effective problem-solving. Recognised for professional excellence, the firm has served over 2,000 satisfied clients and maintains a proven track record of success. Alison, one of the firm’s partners, was recently a finalist in the Partner of the Year Awards 2022 for insolvency, reflecting the firm’s strong reputation within the legal community.

Practice Areas

Commercial Law

Litigation & Disputes

Specialisations

Commercial Law

Drayton Sher Lawyers offers practical and straightforward advice on a broad range of commercial transactions. Their team assists clients with negotiating and drafting key business documents such as shareholders and partnership agreements, leases, sale of business contracts, construction agreements, guarantees, and indemnities. They focus on clear, accessible wording to ensure clients understand their rights and obligations without unnecessary complexity. The firm is well-versed in relevant legislation, including the Corporations Act and the Australian Consumer Law, and regularly advises on director and shareholder disputes. While conveyancing is not a primary focus, Drayton Sher Lawyers provides this service to meet client needs within their comprehensive commercial legal support.

Litigation & Disputes

Drayton Sher Lawyers have extensive experience in litigation and dispute resolution, with a focus on achieving favourable outcomes for clients through both court representation and alternative dispute resolution methods. Their team has appeared in all levels of New South Wales State Courts and Tribunals and Federal courts and have a thorough knowledge of procedural and substantive aspects of commercial and other complex litigation. The firm emphasises a cost-conscious approach, aiming to do fixed fees where possible, to resolve disputes efficiently to minimise expenses for clients. They adopt a transparent billing practice, avoiding charges for routine communications such as telephone calls or emails related to client meetings, reflecting a client-centred service culture that prioritises practical resolution over protracted legal battles.