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Business Law

Running a business means making dozens of calls each week, some tactical, some structural, and some that quietly determine whether you thrive or fall behind. That’s where we come in.

Hunt & Hunt’s Business Law team acts for local and multi-national corporates, start-ups, family-owned enterprises, fast-growing private companies and more than 40 local government and statutory bodies. We help business owners and leadership teams make decisions confidently, from structuring and shareholder arrangements to buying/selling a business, managing contracts, resolving disputes and planning succession.

Our value is simple: you’ll get advice that makes sense, doesn’t slow you down, and puts you in a better position tomorrow than you were yesterday.

Why business owners choose Hunt & Hunt

Plain English, not legalese, you’ll get advice you can actually use.
Commercial, not theoretical, we tell you what we’d do if it were our business.
Cost certainty, fixed/capped pricing for common transactions.
Broad capability, strong overlap with corporate, workplace, property & litigation.
Public + private sector strength, a rare combination in the market.
Fast when needed, urgent execution, same-day direction.

How we help

Business Structuring & Governance, set the tone early

Outcome: a structure that helps you grow, attract capital, and protect value.
You get:

Business structures: sole trader, partnership, company, trust, JV
Shareholder + unitholder agreements
Founder/partner succession planning
Corporate governance frameworks
Director duties + decision-making protocols

When to call us:

New venture
New partners / investors
Considering succession or exit

Everyday Contracts, keep business moving

Outcome: contracts that protect you without killing the deal.
We help with:

Services + supply agreements
Distribution + licensing
Procurement + tenders
E-commerce + online T&Cs
IT + SaaS + cloud agreements
Property + equipment leasing

When to call us:

New supplier, new larger customer or channel
Shifting digital business online
Tech procurement/implementation

Buying & Selling a Business, clarity, speed, discipline

Outcome: confident transactions with clean completion.
We assist with:

Due diligence, corporate, employment, litigation, IP and property
Shares vs asset sales
Contracts of sale + transfer docs
Lease assignments + employees

When to call us:

Exploring growth
Preparing to exit
Preparing succession
Looking to divest

People & Operations, calm hands when things get loud

Outcome: sound processes that reduce risk and get issues resolved.
We help with:

Employment + contractor agreements
Termination + performance issues
Policy development
Workplace disputes
Restraints + confidentiality

When to call us:

Conduct issues
Operational restructure
Contractor model review

Disputes & Debt Recovery, resolve, recover, move on

Outcome: fast, proportionate dispute strategy.
We assist with:

Shareholder/partner disputes
Unpaid invoices + debt recovery
Contract disputes
Insurance + indemnity issues
Insolvency response

When to call us:

Relationship breakdown
Breach of contract
Non-payment

Smart decisions don’t happen by accident.

If you’re making a move, fixing a problem, or planning what comes next, talk to our Business Law team early. We’ll give you clear, commercial advice that protects your position and keeps you moving forward.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

For growth, consolidation or exit, clear advice from the preparation, through heads of agreement to completion.

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Commercial Contracts & Procurement

Protect your position without slowing momentum.

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Governance, Risk & Compliance

Practical governance frameworks that support good decisions.

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Who we support

Corporates and multinationals
Private enterprise
Local government + statutory bodies
Manufacturing and distribution
Health
Manufacturing + logistics
Tech + digital services
Professional services
Property + infrastructure
Not-for-profits

Results that matter

National logistics divestment: $180m sale, completed on time; proceeds secured and risk minimised.
Council governance restructure: improved accountability + operational stability.
JV dispute resolution: commercial settlement preserved value; costly, value destructive litigation avoided.
Tech procurement program: enterprise-wide ICT agreements delivered; risk balanced.

How we deliver practical solutions

Clear: straightforward advice + next steps
Commercial: grounded in industry, not theory
Defensible: structured to withstand scrutiny
Collaborative: integrated with leadership + advisers

FAQs

Do I need a shareholder agreement?
Yes, this is critical if other unrelated founders or investors. Without it, conflict = expensive.

Share vs asset sale, what’s the difference?
Liability transfer, tax and risk allocation differ. Call us early.

How early should we engage lawyers in a deal?
Before you go to market to ensure that when you do, the business presents without value-destructive issues. Definetely before heads of agreement, terms set early shape the whole deal.

We’re small, is this relevant to us?
Yes. Good structure at the start avoids costly clean-up later.

Can you work with our accountants/tax advisors?
Absolutely, we do it every week.