We are an Australian law firm with ample experience in various areas of law, including corporate and commercial, employment law, family law, litigation and dispute resolution, debt collection and a number of other matters. Our team of experienced lawyers offers the highest degree of excellence for our clients and pays attention to each case in order to find adequate and efficient legal solutions.
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| Legal services offered by our law firm in Australia |
Company formation services, accounting, legal services for insolvency cases, real estate due diligence, purchasing/renting real estate, tax registration, debt collection, immigration, employment, merger and acquisitions, residency and citizenship applications, legal aid. |
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Types of clients our team can serve |
Our lawyers in Australia can assist Australian citizens/residents and Australian registered companies, as well as foreign companies and foreigners relocating here. |
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Reasons to choose |
Vast legal experience in corporate matters, in dispute resolution, representing clients in front of Australian courts, legal representation in litigation cases, and in matters referring to individuals (immgration, marriage and divorce, separation of assets, inheritance, etc.). |
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Legal services for company formation in Australia |
Selecting a legal entity (proprietary company limited by shares – Pty Ltd. is the most common business form), reserving the trading name, drafting the incorporation papers (the Replaceable Rules/Constitution), select a business address, preparing the shareholders’ documents, etc. |
| Legal services for opening a representative office | Prepare the documents required for registration, register the office with the Australian Taxation Office, renting an office space, appointing directors/representatives. |
| Accounting services (yes/no) |
Yes |
| Tax advice and assistance (yes/no) |
Yes |
| Tax registration services | Register with the Australian Taxation Office, submit quarterly/annual tax returns, register for GST (goods and services tax). |
| Common legal services for foreigners | Our lawyers in Australia can represent foreign clients in matters such as: family law, employment law, insolvency, debt collection, criminal law, immigration (visas, residence permits, permanent residency, citizenship). |
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Assistance in setting up a bank account |
Our lawyers can represent individuals and companies by advising in the steps that have to be followed and preparing the necessary paperwork. |
| Basic taxes for companies in Australia | Corporate tax (30% for companies with a turnover above $30 million and 25% for a turnover below $30 million), GST (10%), withholding taxes on dividends, royalties, interest, payroll taxes. |
| Basic taxes for individuals in Australia | The personal income tax (charged progressively based on the income at rates of 0%, 19%, 32.5%, 37%, 45%). |
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When can a foreigner apply for a residence permit |
Numerous pathways (family based, work based, residency for citizens of New Zealand, study, etc). |
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Reasons to invest in Australia |
Technology driven economy, top economy at a global level, investments in innovation, openess to trade, openess to investments, business friendly, top global fintech hub, rich in mineral resources. |
| Debt collection services |
Our lawyers in Australia can send various notices to the debtor (reminders, letters of demand) and can represent clients in court proceedings. |
| How we can assist foreign individuals | Foreigners can address our lawyers in Australia for assistance on visa application, residence permit, employment law, marriage and divorce, inheritance and any other legal matter regulated under the Australian Civil Code. |
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Legal services on employment |
Our lawyers can advise employers and employees on employment rights and obligations, contracts and breaches of contracts, penalties, employment taxation, drawing contracts and agreements and legal representation in front of competent courts. |
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Assistance in purchasing properties |
Our lawyers in Australia can provide legal representation in any aspect concerning the sale of a property (verifying the documentation, preparing sale contracts, due diligence, negotiation on contract conditions, pay taxes, etc.). |
| Taxes charged for the purchase of properties |
– capital gains tax (this tax is paid by the seller); – stamp duty – charged to the buyer; – notary and lawyers’ fees; – governmental fees for the issuance of documents, registration, etc. |
| Legal assistance on inheritance |
Legal services on inheritance can refer to probate, intestacy procedures (when a person did not have a will), contesting a will, appointing executors, the division of the estate among heirs. |
| When can you ask for a power of attorney |
The power of attorney is a legal instrument through which a person (or a legal entity) can appoint our lawyers in Australia in any type of legal matter. |
| Permission to buy land in (yes/no) |
Yes |
| Conditions for buying land in Australia |
Foreigners can purchase land and property in Australia, but before initiating the purchase, they need to obtain an approval from the Australian authorities. |
| Legal assistance on maritime procedures |
Our lawyers can provide legal assistance on the law regulating ship construction, ship ownership, maritime taxation, litigation, safety, employment, etc. |
| Legal representation in Australian courts (yes/no) | Yes |
| Intellectual property services |
You can rely on our team for tradermark registration services. |
| Cities where you can address our team |
Our team is available in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth. |
| Legal assistance in divorce matters |
– initiate the divorce proceedings; – advice on the most suitable legal pathway for the divorce; – assistance on the division on assets, child custody, alimony and others; – preparing the documentation for the divorce; – representation in front of the court. |
| Marriage rights for foreigners in Australia |
Foreigners benefit from the same rights as the ones of local residents. They can get married here without being permanent residents, provided that they offer evidence on meeting the minimum requirements imposed by the law (minimum age, not being married elsewhere with another partner, etc.). |
| Out-of-court legal representation (yes/no) | Yes |
Who can qualify as your client?
Our team of lawyers in Australia can offer legal services to any party requiring them. Our clients can be any of the following:
- natural persons (Australian citizens, Australian permanent and temporary residents, foreigners);
- companies (Australian-based entities and foreign companies);
- non-profit organizations (local and foreigners).
How can I obtain your legal services?
Clients must grant us the power of attorney in order to represent them in any legal affair in connection to Australia.
What are the main legal services for corporations in Australia?
For corporate clients, our team of lawyers in Australia can provide the following services:
- commercial litigation – our experience in dispute resolution and litigation stretches across a wide range of business sectors and we can help clients who have issues with contract disputes, shareholder disputes, fraud and many other cases;
- employment – complete counseling for employers in Australia, covering employment contracts, general counseling in the applicable laws, hiring foreign employees as well as dismissals;
- debt collection – facing overdue payments will sometimes result in the need to act in front of a court of law (our team can help you negotiate with bad creditors so that you can avoid taking legal action if possible);
- tax – tax advisory services in Australia for resident companies as well as branches of foreign corporations.
Can you help me buy a shelf company?
Yes, our lawyers in Australia can assist investors who want to acquire a shelf company. This is recommended when one wants to avoid the process of company formation in Australia. We can intermediate the sale process. We invite you to read more on this subject here.
How can your law firm in Australia assist natural person?
Whether you are a local resident or a foreigner who has to resolve a legal issue arising in Australia, you can rely on us for professional legal services. We can assist in any of the following:
- offer information and legal representation in any issue pertaining the family law (marriage, divorce, child custody, alimony, the division of the joint property, etc.);
- assistance in immigration (we can help you apply for visa in accordance to the purpose of the arrival, obtain a residence permit and even apply for citizenship in Australia);
- legal representation in inheritance matters (drafting and signing a will, assist testators and heirs, provide information on the taxes associated with inheritance in Australia, assist in contesting a will, etc.);
- legal advice and assistance on the process of buying a property in Australia;
- assistance in registering for taxes (tax obligations can appear if you work in Australia, if you own property, etc.).
How can your lawyers in Sydney help in family matters?
Some of the most common legal services provided by our lawyers pertain to matters regulated by the Family Law. Here, we refer to marriage and divorce or legal separation, the division of the couple’s assets, the custody of the children and maintenance, settlements regarding the joint property of the spouses and other complex matters.
Can individuals obtain legal aid in Australia?
Yes, the law in Australia prescribes the right to apply for legal aid from the competent authorities. This happens when a person needs legal representation, which means that the services of a lawyer in Australia will be necessary, but at the same time, the person is not able to pay for the services of the lawyer.
Below, you can read our infographic presenting our legal services in Australia:
Do you offer legal services pertaining to criminal law?
Yes, you can also address us for legal assistance on matters regulated under the criminal law. We can offer advice and legal representation concerning the following:
- fraud;
- domestic violence;
- terrorism;
- drug trafficking;
- property damage, etc.
Who can request debt collection services?
If you represent a natural person or a company and you deal with a debt (you must recover a debt from a third party or you owe money to another party and you are not sure on the procedure or you need financial assistance in order to be able to repay the debt), you can easily address to our law firm.
Below, we invite you to discover some of the legal services offered by our lawyers in Australia:
Can you assist me in closing a company in Australia?
Yes, we also offer company liquidation services, which must be done in accordance with the stipulations of the law, which require appointing a liquidator, regardless of its type (voluntary or court liquidation).
Can you represent me in court appeals?
Yes, provided that you are involved in a case held in a court in Australia, you must know that you have the right to appeal a decision when you do not agree with the ruling of the judges.
We invite you to contact us for more detailed information about each of the legal services described here and to schedule a first appointment with one of our lawyers.