Stanton & Stanton

Stanton & Stanton Commercial & Corporate offers extensive proficiency in corporate law, consistently providing insightful advice to boards and directors on compliance matters such as directors’ duties, disclosure obligations, risk management, and due process. Our commitment to understanding each client’s unique business landscape allows us to craft strategies that navigate the complex regulatory framework effectively. We cater to a diverse range of industries including food & beverage, wine, agribusiness, real estate & projects, and water, ensuring that clients receive informed and comprehensive advice tailored to their operational needs. Our approach is grounded in building enduring client relationships which enable us to gain a nuanced understanding of their business objectives and challenges. By maintaining agile and current knowledge in an increasingly regulated legal environment, we adeptly assist clients in adapting to changes and protecting their interests. Our dedication to providing strategic foresight ensures that potential risks are anticipated and managed, allowing us to guide clients of all sizes and organisational structures through intricate corporate legal landscapes.

Stanton & Stanton is dedicated to integrating seamlessly within your family's overarching ambitions, providing bespoke legal services that cater to your unique needs. The firm is well-versed in business succession planning, ensuring a smooth transition of family assets through sales or intergenerational transfers while establishing secure family asset holding structures. The team excels in transaction management, expertly handling intricate property sales and acquisitions, as well as complex business mergers and acquisitions, providing steadfast support and strategic advice throughout the process. Furthermore, Stanton & Stanton is proficient in personal succession planning, offering comprehensive guidance on drafting Wills, testamentary trusts, and crafting letters of wishes. They possess a keen insight into cross-border succession issues and conflicts, ensuring your interests are protected globally. The firm also offers tailored legal documentation, such as company constitutions, family constitutions, and shareholder/unitholder agreements, to meet the specific needs of your business and family dynamics. Additionally, their expertise extends to complex tax matters, managing Australian Taxation Office reviews and audits, alongside tax litigation, thus providing a robust defence for both individual and corporate clients against taxing authorities.

Stanton & Stanton Intellectual Property extends its expertise across the multifaceted landscape of intellectual property law. Catering to both domestic and international clients, the firm expertly handles intellectual property disputes, trademark registrations, and copyright issues. Clients benefit from the in-house notarial services that facilitate seamless international registrations, ensuring your innovations and creative works are adequately protected from potential infringement. With a refined focus on strategic advice, Stanton & Stanton aims to maximise the value of your intellectual property assets while preemptively circumventing any legal hurdles. The firm's commitment to client collaboration is evident in its integrative approach, working closely with each client as a pivotal part of their team. Drawing on a vast network of experienced professionals, Stanton & Stanton provides commercially insightful guidance, focusing on the intricate details of trademark registrations, copyright matters, and licensing agreements. Their adept management of intellectual property disputes, coupled with a dedication to global protection of assets, ensures your creative and innovative pursuits are fully safeguarded.

Stanton & Stanton offers substantial expertise in navigating the intricacies of Australia's vibrant property landscape. With real estate being a significant driver of the nation's economy, our team delivers strategic insights and expert support to both local and international investors. Our proficiency in the market is enhanced by our robust professional networks, allowing us to assist clients effectively in seizing opportunities and mitigating risks associated with this dynamic sector. Our legal services encompass diverse aspects of real estate law, from agricultural enterprises and property development to infrastructure projects and extensive leasing portfolios. We provide comprehensive support in capital transactions and property fund management, ensuring that clients receive adept guidance across all phases of their property investments. Whether it is drafting leases, negotiating mortgages, managing complex developments, or resolving legal disputes, our tailored approach ensures practical and insightful solutions that align with your specific needs.