Coutts Lawyers & Conveyancers is a powerful female-founded law firm with a core value system that puts people first. Our reputation as the legal business of choice in New South Wales is recognised by our many awards.
The team at Coutts have the expertise and experience to stand behind you and give you legal advice in a language you understand... without the legal jargon.
Coutts welcomes the opportunity to help you start a business, purchase a business, or sell a business in Australia.
Coutts Commercial and Business team takes pride in providing comprehensive legal services to businesses of all sizes.
At Coutts, our legal team offer the best service in a time where you feel at odds with the law.
At Coutts, we understand the devastating impact personal injuries can have, not only in a physical capacity, but also your emotional, mental and financial well-being also.
Coutts provide expert legal advice in all employment related matters for both employers and employees including, but not limited to the following key areas.
Coutts provide legal advice in all areas of family law including; property settlements, divorce settlements, all types of parenting matters and the drafting of binding financial agreements and binding child support agreements.
The important role conveyancers plays when people are buying and selling of property.
Have you been called as a witness by the Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability? If so, you may be eligible to receive government funded legal representation.
A will is a legal document that specifies how you wish your assets and liabilities to be distributed following your death.
SECURE YOUR COMMERCIAL CONTRACTS WITH OUR EXPERT TEAM OF LAWYERS
With commercial and business contracts, expert guidance is paramount. Our team of Commercial Contracts Lawyers bring extensive experience and a keen understanding of complex contract nuances. We’ll ensure your agreements are solid, strategic, and legally sound. We are committed to safeguarding your interests and providing attention to detail in every contract negotiation and execution.
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We equip our clients with commercial contracts designed to protect their best interests and ensure they can navigate business transactions with confidence. Our approach focuses on clarity and precision, helping clients make informed decisions every step of the way. Drafting and reviewing commercial agreements is a primary legal service that Coutts provides.
The Coutts team of Commercial Lawyers take pride in offering thorough and extensive legal advice to parties of commercial contracts to ensure their contracts are ‘watertight’. Contracts can contain complex legal jargon and Coutts ensures clients are aware of their legal obligations in any contract by providing advice that is easy to understand yet commercial.
Coutts is committed to ensuring clients understand the risks and opportunities associated with legal agreements and prioritise their interests and objectives when preparing and reviewing these legal documents.
Coutts represents both sellers and buyers, specialising in formulating detailed contracts for business sales and leading intricate negotiation processes to secure optimal client outcomes.
Coutts crafts supply and distribution contracts tailored to each business’s unique needs and operational nuances.
Our team provides guidance on terms for supply agreements.
Coutts is dedicated to ensuring every agreement aligns with your business strategy.
We excel in laying the groundwork for successful joint ventures, offering our clients insights and expertise into crafting agreements that anticipate challenges and ensure mutual benefits.
In the Building & Construction Law sector, Coutts has a strong reputation for drafting comprehensive agreements and reviewing large-scale contracts to ensure projects are executed smoothly and risks are minimised.
Coutts plays a pivotal role in business transactions, guiding clients through the intricacies of acquisitions and disposals, always prioritising their strategic and financial objectives.
From ensuring confidentiality with non-disclosure documents to drafting licensing, shareholder, and partnership agreements, Coutts is your trusted partner in safeguarding your business’s legal interests.
Representing lenders, Coutts meticulously prepares loan documentation, ensuring all terms are transparent, fair, and in line with regulatory standards.
Coutts adeptly handles the nuances of employment contracts, negotiating terms that benefit both employers and employees while providing actionable advice for long-term success.
Coutts specialises in drafting tailor-made employment contracts including independent contractor agreements to suit the needs of each individual business.
Reach out to the Coutts Commercial Contracts Lawyers via our website, phone, or in person. Briefly describe your matter.
Schedule and attend a meeting with a member of the Commercial Contracts team to discuss the specifics of your matter and desired outcomes.
Share all related documents and information. Your Commercial Contracts lawyer will review everything, clarify aspects as needed, and then advise on the best action course.
Based on the advice, an appropriate action plan will be formulated. This may involve communication, documentation processes, or further legal steps.
Execute the action plan, addressing a range of legal scenarios as necessary.
Navigate towards a resolution, with the path determined by the nature of the matter. Your Lawyer / Conveyancer will outline any final actions or considerations.
Meet Adriana, The Managing Partner at Coutts Lawyers & Conveyancers, and the head of our esteemed Property and Commercial Law teams. With over twenty years of expertise, Adriana’s profound experience has fostered unwavering trust among her clients and solidified her esteemed standing within the Macarthur community. Her stature as an authority in Property and Commercial law is well-established.
An employment contract is an agreement between the employer and the employee that defines the terms and conditions of employment. Its primary purpose is to protect the commercial interests of a business, ensuring clarity and understanding of the rights, obligations and responsibilities of each party.
Yes, all employment contracts must be consistent with the National Employment Standards (NES) and the stipulations within the applicable registered agreement, whether it’s an award or enterprise agreement. These standards and agreements ensure the minimum rights of an employee and cannot be overridden by an employment contract.
Coutts has an expert Employment Law Team, led by Karena Nicholls. This team is highly skilled at drafting, negotiating, and consulting on various employment contract matters, ensuring they align with business needs and legal compliance.
If there’s a suspected breach, it’s advisable to consult with legal experts like Coutts to provide guidance on the nature of the breach, possible remedies, and the best course of action to follow to protect the interests of your business.
These clauses are crucial for businesses looking to safeguard their commercial interests, intellectual property, client base, and to prevent unfair competition. They set clear guidelines on what an employee can or cannot do during and after their employment term, together with setting out remedies for any breach.