GPC Lawyers

At Geelong Pharmacy & Commercial (GPC) Lawyers, we combine deep industry knowledge with a commitment to delivering tailored legal solutions designed to meet the specific needs of our clients. Situated in Geelong, our team blends youthful energy with substantial experience, embracing innovation and technology to enhance client experience and outcomes. Our commercial and business law services encompass a broad range of matters critical to business operations and growth. We assist with business and share sales or purchases, leasing arrangements including transfers and renewals, loan and subcontractor agreements, employment contracts, and the establishment of trusts and companies. We also support clients with relationship agreements, such as shareholder, partnership, and joint venture arrangements, as well as registering and discharging interests on the Personal Property Securities Register. Additionally, we provide advice on franchise agreements to help businesses navigate complex contractual frameworks. With a strong focus on the pharmacy sector, we offer comprehensive legal services that address the unique challenges of this industry. Our principal lawyer, Mitch Collins, brings extensive experience from his previous role leading a pharmacy-focused law practice. We assist pharmacies with matters before the Victorian Pharmacy Authority, including applications, notices, and expansions. We also prepare and lodge applications with the Australian Pharmacy Community Authority in line with Pharmacy Location Rules and manage ownership transitions related to the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS). Understanding the specific requirements around pharmacy ownership, we provide specialised wills and estate planning services to ensure our clients’ pharmacy interests are protected and succession is managed smoothly. Our wills and estates practice offers practical and accessible estate planning and administration services. We provide a straightforward online process for preparing simple wills and powers of attorney at a fixed fee, ensuring transparency and ease. For clients with more complex circumstances, such as trust assets, company control, or blended families, we offer personalised consultations to address bespoke estate planning needs. Our approach includes drafting documents, reviewing them with clients, and supporting execution either remotely or in person. Furthermore, clients can update their estate planning documents within a 12-month period without additional cost, reflecting our dedication to ongoing support. At GPC Lawyers, we are committed to building lasting relationships, providing clear and comprehensive legal advice, and supporting clients across business, pharmacy, and estate planning needs in the Geelong region and beyond.