Business & Commercial
Legal clarity. Commercial confidence.
Running a business means making constant decisions — some straightforward, others that keep you up at night. We help business owners cut through complexity, protect what they’ve built, and move forward with confidence.
Whether you’re buying or selling a business, navigating a lease, setting up a shareholder agreement, or just need clarity on what a contract actually means, we’re here for the moments where the fine print really matters.
Our advice is sharp, practical, and delivered in plain language. We work closely with your accountant, lender, or adviser so the legal side supports the bigger picture, not slows it down.
Buying or selling a business
Navigate the ins and outs of a sale or purchase with smart contracts, clear advice, and no last-minute surprises.
We help you prepare for or manage the entire process, from due diligence to the fine print, and make legal documents make sense, so you know exactly what you’re signing and where the risks or opportunities lie.
Lease reviews, renewals, assignments, and negotiations
Understand your lease obligations and negotiate terms that protect your position, whether you’re a tenant or landlord.
Shareholder agreements and governance documents
Set your business up for long-term success with agreements that reduce friction and protect everyone’s role and investment.
Company structure changes, succession & ownership planning
Adapt your structure to suit your goals, from future-proofing ownership to preparing for exit or transition. We free up your time and energy by handling the legal complexity, so you can stay focused on running your business and achieving what’s next.
Commercial lending and securities
Secure the right finance and protect your assets with well-structured lending arrangements and clear documentation.
Franchising: Set-up, review, or exit
Whether you’re building a franchise model or stepping away, we help you understand your rights, risks, and options.
Contracts for the supply of goods or services
Draft or review commercial contracts that hold up under pressure and support how you actually do business.
We help business owners feel confident, whether you’re buying or selling a business, or signing a lease. Our advice is grounded in real commercial experience, tailored to your business (not just textbook law), and trusted by business owners across New Zealand. We cut through the complexity, explain the fine print, and guide you every step of the way.
