As Brisbane races towards the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, construction in the city is heating up, and a commercial leasing lawyer is more essential than ever. Surging Demand for Office Space in Brisbane New research from Colliers suggests the River City will need an extra 11 towers built to
Franchising in Australia Franchising is a popular business model in Australia, where the franchisee buys the rights to operate a business using the name, brand, product, and services of an already established business. In return, the franchisor provides resources and support to each of the franchisees. Turning your business into
When buying or selling property, there are a range of legal expenses involved. One of these expenses is called “disbursements”, and it covers activities carried out during the conveyancing process, including: Types of Disbursements Disbursements vs. Professional Fees Disbursements are separate from professional fees, which are the charges for the
When Should You Use a Building Management Statement (BMS) and How Is It to Your Advantage? This is the second in a series on Building Management Statements (BMS). For general commentary on BMS, please refer to our earlier report at the following link: What is a Building Management Statement?. Statutory
If your strata title building includes a large commercial component for office or retail, chances are your Body Corporate is a party to a Building Management Statement (BMS). A BMS is a document used to regulate the relationship between two or more large users of a building, such as residential
The Importance of Contract Law in Business and Personal Life In our business and personal lives, we are exchanging contracts all the time. Whether it’s for employment, buying homes, sales agreements, or even power of attorney, it’s essential to have a lawyer who understands and specialises in contract law and
Sometimes trust deeds or company constitutions need to be changed. To ensure this is done correctly, you will need the help of an experienced lawyer. Changing a trust Changing a trust can be complex, and if it’s not done right, you could end up with tax problems. To change the
Taking Your Company Public: The Process and Key Considerations Taking your company public is a big leap. It comes with several risks and rewards, and you need expert advice to make sure it comes together. Step 1: Appointing a Team of Advisors Firstly, you will need to appoint a team
Developing a property or piece of land comes with its own risks and rewards but what does it mean when a contract says, “subject to development approval”? Developers and real estate agents often use a subject to development approval clause from a previous contract, without considering whether that clause is
Are you planning on selling your small business soon? It may be hard to sell it quickly if you have no experience in this field. There are many things to consider when doing so, as you’ll want to get fair compensation for what you’ll be trading away. This article will