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Business Lawyers Who Understand Business, Haitch Legal, Melbourne
Need legal advice or representation for your business in Melbourne? Call us today at 03 8590 8370 for a free consultation! Starting or running a business involves countless decisions. Some are exciting, others carry risks and many have legal implications. Whether you’re signing a lease, hiring your first employee, selling your business, or resolving a partnership dispute, expert legal advice is essential.
Melbourne-Based and Proud
At Haitch Legal, we have expert business lawyer team and provide tailored legal support to small businesses, startups, and established companies across Melbourne. As part of the local business community, we understand the market and combine technical legal expertise with practical, real-world solutions. We don’t just offer legal opinions we help you make informed decisions.
When searching for a “business lawyer near me,” you want someone who understands Melbourne’s local market, business practices, and how to deliver results efficiently. Our clients from boutique cafés and real estate agencies to tech firms and retail stores trust us for our hands-on approach. We’re not a faceless firm. We build genuine, lasting relationships with every client.
We work closely with our clients to provide accurate advice, expedite business transactions, draft leasing documents and ensure a positive outcome in all circumstances.
Why Hire a Business Lawyer?
Many business owners delay hiring a lawyer until a problem arises, but proactive legal advice can prevent small issues from becoming costly disputes.
Here’s how a business lawyer can support you from the start:
- Set up your business with the right structure and agreements.
- Draft or review contracts to protect your interests.
- Negotiate leases tailored to your business needs.
- Resolve disputes confidently.
- Guide you through growth, including hiring, expansion or acquisitions.
At Haitch Legal, our expert business lawyer focuses on small business law. We know small business owners juggle multiple responsibilities, so we deliver clear, prompt, and cost-effective legal advice.
Our Services (Built Around Your Needs)
We provide legal solutions that evolve with your business. Haitch Legal offers a comprehensive range of services for businesses, from startups to major transitions.
Business Disputes
Disputes are inevitable in business. We resolve conflicts with customers, suppliers, landlords, partners, or staff, addressing issues like contract breaches, unpaid invoices or partnership breakdowns. Our goal is to settle disputes quickly often without court involvement.
Business Contracts
Contracts are the backbone of any business. We draft and review supplier contracts, employment agreements, service contracts and client terms, ensuring they protect your interests and clarify expectations.
Buying or Selling a Business
Business acquisitions are exciting but legally complex. We assist with negotiations, due diligence, contracts, landlord consent and asset transfers. Whether you’re buying a small franchise or selling your startup, we streamline the process.
Leasing and Business Lawyers
Entering into a commercial lease is a major commitment that can significantly impact your business’s operations and financial health. Whether you’re leasing an office in Melbourne’s bustling city centre, a retail shopfront in a vibrant suburb, or a warehouse to support your growing logistics needs, understanding the intricacies of your lease agreement is paramount.
At Haitch Legal, our experienced commercial lease lawyers provide comprehensive support to ensure your lease aligns with your business goals and protects your interests.
We offer end-to-end assistance, from initial lease reviews and negotiations to extensions, renewals, and dispute resolution. Our team meticulously examines every aspect of your lease, including:
- Rent Clauses: We analyse base rent, rent review mechanisms (e.g., CPI adjustments, market reviews, or fixed increases), and any hidden costs to ensure affordability and predictability.
- Outgoings: We scrutinise outgoings (e.g., utilities, maintenance, or council rates) to confirm they are fair, clearly defined, and compliant with Victorian regulations.
- Renewal and Termination Options: We evaluate options to renew, extend, or exit the lease, ensuring flexibility for your business’s future needs.
- Fit-Out and Make-Good Conditions: We review fit-out approvals, contributions, and make-good obligations to avoid unexpected costs at the lease’s end.
- Special Conditions: We assess any bespoke clauses, such as exclusivity rights, trading hours, or restrictions, to ensure they support your operational strategy.
Our proactive approach goes beyond identifying risks. We negotiate with landlords or their representatives to secure more favourable terms, such as rent-free periods, capped outgoings, or flexible renewal options, tailored to your business’s unique circumstances. For tenants facing disputes such as disagreements over rent reviews, maintenance responsibilities, or lease breaches we provide strategic advice and representation to resolve issues efficiently, often through negotiation or mediation to avoid costly litigation.
With deep knowledge of Melbourne’s commercial property market and Victorian leasing laws, including the Retail Leases Act 2003, we ensure your lease complies with legal requirements while safeguarding your commercial interests. Whether you’re a small business signing your first lease or an established company managing multiple properties, Haitch Legal delivers clear, practical, and results-driven legal support to help you navigate the complexities of commercial leasing with confidence.
Lease Agreements and Disputes
When a lease goes wrong due to unpaid rent, property damage, or landlord breaches it can disrupt your operations. We act swiftly to protect your rights and pursue practical solutions.
We also draft and review lease agreements upfront to prevent unfair terms from impacting your business later.
Business Purchases and Sales
Buying or selling a business involves much more than just signing a contract. We assist with:
- Due diligence
- Lease transfers
- Sale agreements
- Staff transition issues
- Licenses and registrations
Our goal is to ensure a seamless, legally sound transaction, allowing you to focus on your next chapter.
Business Purchases and Sales
Quality legal advice doesn’t have to break the bank. At Haitch Legal, we make high-quality legal services accessible with:
- Fixed-fee options for many services
- Free initial consultations
- Flexible pricing for growing businesses
We’re transparent about our fees, ensuring no surprises just real value.
Here’s what our valuable clients have to say
“Haitch Legal helped us resolve a difficult lease issue in a matter of days. They were clear, honest, and incredibly supportive.” — Paulie Denton, a valuable client.
“As a first-time business buyer, I had no idea what to expect. The team made the process easy to understand and helped me avoid some major risks.” —Charlie Uzun, a valuable client.
“Celal and the team at Haitch Legal are brilliant at what they do and provide a remarkable service. Celal went above and beyond. I can’t thank him and the team enough, and I would come back in a heartbeat. They’re not just lawyers. They care about your business.” — Dylan Davis, a valuable client.
FAQs- Everything you need to know
1- Do I need a lawyer in Melbourne to review my retail or commercial lease before signing it?
Yes, a lawyer can help identify unfair terms and negotiate changes to protect your business long-term.
2- What if I’m starting a small business in Melbourne? Can you help with everything?
Absolutely, We assist with business structure, registration, contracts and leases.
3- I’m in a dispute with a supplier. What now?
Contact us. We’ll look at your contract or invoices, assess the situation and explain your legal options clearly.
Got more questions? Let’s chat. Call 03 8590 8370 for a free consultation.
Ready to Talk?
At Haitch Legal, we believe in building real relationships with our clients and small business owners. Whether you’re just getting started or dealing with a complex issue, we’re here to help.
Call 03 8590 8370 to book your free consultation today. Let’s chat about your business and how we can support it.