Selling or purchasing a business can be a complex and time consuming process involving multiple parties and numerous related contracts. It is important to obtain accurate and practical advice from an experienced commercial lawyer to ensure you make the right decisions.
Our services include, but not limited to:
- Prepare or review contracts for sale or purchase of your business
- Perform due diligence on all the related parties
- Negotiate the key terms of transactions such as price, employees and trading stock
- Advise on related licenses and agreements dealing with issues in relation to intellectual property rights, equipment use, commercial lease and restraint of trade
- Applications to obtain or renew a liquor license or transfer an existing one to your business
- Transfer business name at the settlement of the sale or purchase; and
- Arrange for settlement.