Laird Lawyers

At Laird Lawyers, our team is dedicated to providing comprehensive corporate and commercial legal services tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. Whether you are a burgeoning business seeking to establish your presence, an established enterprise requiring specific agreements, or looking to navigate the complexities of buying or selling a business, our experienced lawyers are here to assist you every step of the way. We understand that navigating the legal landscape can be daunting, which is why all of our commercial services can be provided at a fixed fee. This transparent approach allows you to plan with confidence, knowing that there will be no unexpected legal costs. During your initial consultation, we will discuss your requirements in detail and provide a clear outline of the fees involved, ensuring that you receive expert legal support without any financial surprises. At Laird Lawyers, we pride ourselves on our commitment to delivering high-quality legal advice and practical solutions. Our team brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise in corporate and commercial law, ensuring that your business is well-equipped to achieve its goals. Trust us to provide the legal foundation your business needs to thrive.

At Laird Lawyers, our team of seasoned dispute resolution and litigation solicitors is adept at navigating the complexities of commercial litigation across various domains. Our legal acumen spans contractual, tortious, equitable, and consumer disputes, ensuring comprehensive support for our clients' needs. Commercial Litigation Our lawyers have successfully managed cases involving misleading and deceptive conduct, particularly in intricate scenarios where a defendant's silence was misleading. We are skilled in enforcing contractual restraints of trade and handling breach of contract claims, such as discrepancies between purchase order terms and invoice terms. Our expertise also extends to intellectual property rights infringements and breaches of franchising agreements, including non-compliance with the franchising code of conduct. Corporate Litigation We offer proficient representation for companies, shareholders, and directors in a myriad of company disputes. Our experience includes addressing shareholder disputes, shareholder oppression, and share sale claims. We navigate breaches of directors’ duties and ensure compliance with shareholder meeting protocols. Our lawyers are well-versed in the intricacies of managed investment schemes, the removal of responsible entities, and adherence to the Corporations Act 2001. Regulatory & Tax Compliance Our litigation team has represented clients in various investigations by ASIC, APRA, and Austrac. We provide strategic advice on compliance with Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Bribery & Corruption, and Modern Slavery laws, especially for international operations. Our experience includes defending individuals and small businesses in ATO prosecutions for non-compliance with income tax returns and Business Activity Statements. Insolvency & Bankruptcy Our commercial litigation lawyers represent creditors, debtors, distressed entities, and insolvency practitioners. We handle applications to set aside bankruptcy notices, resist creditors' petitions for bankruptcy, and manage shareholder class actions related to non-compliance with disclosure requirements. Our services include pursuing clawbacks of preferential payments and claims concerning insolvent trading. Product Liability We understand the far-reaching implications of product liability claims under the Australian Consumer Law, contract law, and negligence. Our approach integrates risk prevention to address potential legal, regulatory, and public relations issues, working with clients from product inception to post-sale service. Debt Recovery Recognising the importance of cash flow, we offer prompt and strategic debt recovery solutions. Our initial meetings focus on reviewing key documents to develop an effective recovery strategy. Whether issuing a Creditor’s Statutory Demand or pursuing legal proceedings, we provide cost-effective solutions, recognising that small debts can accumulate to significant financial impact. Class Actions We are equipped to initiate class actions in both the Federal Court and the Supreme Court of WA, representing a single “representative” on behalf of multiple claimants. Our recent advisory work includes shareholder claims against companies and directors for breaches of duty resulting in substantial investment losses. At Laird Lawyers, we are committed to providing expert legal services across a wide spectrum of commercial and corporate litigation, ensuring our clients receive informed and effective representation.