Clear contracts make good business relationships because they help both parties understand their rights and obligations. Teddington insists on plain-English drafting and can help with:
Buying and selling a business is always more effective when you have a team of experts you can trust and rely upon to assist with all areas of due diligence, financials, documentation, negotiation and sanity saving. Teddington can help with:
Setting up an entity in a new market is very challenging and when the market is highly regulated as is Australian, having the appropriate support of a Resident Director is essential to ensuring regulatory compliance. The nominee will be a director of the company in name only and will not have any other business responsibilities. A nominee resident director enables a company to meet its legal requirements and provides access to governance expertise.
The real challenge in today’s online environment is balancing both advancing and protecting business in the digital space. Teddington can help with:
We can assist businesses of all sizes manage employees more effectively and safeguard your rights as an employer, working alongside your business to provide advice on the legal obligations when it comes to managing your employees. Our aim is to develop employment law solutions that become embedded in the culture of an organisation, not just provide legal advice.
Teddington can assist employers with advice and pro-active management of the employee relationship in the following areas:
Ideally prevention is always better than cure, so a lot of the work we do is around establishing the correct employee framework, developing and implementing appropriate policies and management competencies to ensure a productive and harmonious working environment for both management and employee. A good employment outcome for Teddington is for our clients NOT to end up in the Fair Work Commission but to have them focusing all their energies on running their business.
One of the key decisions to make when starting a business is its structure. The structure that you choose will depend on the size and type of business, your personal circumstances and how much you plan to grow the business, and ultimately what your future plans are for the business.Starting off with the end in mind, will set you in good stead. Teddington can help with:
Gaming businesses need counsel who can react quickly, economically and effectively to address virtually any legal situation that arises within the gaming industry. With our extensive experience in this field Teddington can help clients navigate the regulatory licencing landscape and provide:
Teddington are legal professionals with a passion for property. Buying and Selling Property is an important activity for both businesses and individuals and our team of property professionals can guide you through these transactions with strategic property advice and the appropriate support.
Whether it is:
You don’t need to be an expert in these transactions because Teddington has extensive property law knowledge and expertise ensuring your interests and assets are taken care of. Nor do you need to be worried about the cost as we work on a fixed fee basis. Property acquisitions are usually a central and vital element to a business’s overall plan – dotting all the i’s and crossing all the t’s is essential to ensuring these transactions are executed seamlessly, that’s the comfort you’ll feel when working with Teddington on your property transactions.
When it comes to commercial or retail leases, there is a lack of understanding around just how complex a commercial lease can be and how easily it can be to be faced with potential problems. Unlike residential leases, commercial leases can have many far-reaching implications if not handled correctly. Seeking advice is essential to providing peace of mind when entering into a Lease or Premises Licence and Teddington has an experienced team ready to assist with:
Your home is too important to leave in the hands of someone who has only done a weekend Conveyancing course! All our Conveyancing services are performed by experienced lawyers who have more than 25 years’ experience between them gained in residential and commercial property matters.
Whilst our team is conveniently located in Surry Hills our dealings are primarily carried out by telephone and e-mail in an effort to maximise your valuable time. Meaning the physical location of your property will not be a factor in our ability to help you.
If you are selling we will:
If you are buying we will:
Whether you are buying or selling we can act for you for a fixed price – giving you piece of mind. When you choose Teddington Legal as your legal partner at this exciting time in your life you can rest assured you have a team with the necessary experience, a value for money service and the convenience of dealing with us in an efficient, time-conscious manner.
Teddington can assist with:
Teddington has extensive experience with the Department of Home Affairs and can assist employers with the sponsorship, nomination and application processes required. We have a diverse network of lawyers who are registered with MARA; and who speak Mandarin, Cantonese, Arabic, Spanish, Japanese and Portuguese with access to network of translators if required. As lawyers, we not only handle immigration and citizenship applications but are also fully qualified to represent our clients with respect to appeals and litigation and are available to consult with prospective clients in person, by telephone or Skype.
The 482 visa is the most commonly used program for Australian or overseas employers to sponsor overseas workers to work in Australia temporarily.
Holders of this visa may be employed for a period of up to four years and may bring any eligible family members, including same-sex partners, who have unrestricted work and study rights in Australia.
Employers must be approved by the Department of Home Affairs as an approved sponsor. We can assist employers understand their obligations and provide support in dealing with the Department’s requirements.
Employees must meet various requirements and conditions to be eligible to hold a 482 Visa. Teddington can assist you to determine your eligibility and take care of the entire application process for you.
Teddington has extensive experience with the Department of Home Affairs and can assist individuals and families with the nomination and application processes required. We have a diverse network of lawyers who are registered with MARA; and who speak Mandarin, Cantonese, Arabic, Spanish, Japanese and Portuguese with access to network of translators if required.
As lawyers, we not only handle immigration and citizenship applications but are also fully qualified to represent our clients with respect to appeals and litigation and are available to consult with prospective clients in person, by telephone or Skype.
For more information on what to expect please see the MARA website
Entrepreneurs looking to establish or develop a business or invest in Australia you may be eligible to obtain a visa on a temporary or permanent basis.
Options are:
For individuals wanting to apply for a Significant Investor Visa, the process is complex and given the amount of money needed to invest, it is critical that you receive comprehensive advice from experts in immigration and commercial law who can explain, guide and assist in:
Teddington has extensive experience with the Department of Home Affairs and can assist entrepreneurs and business owners with the application processes required. We have a diverse network of lawyers who are registered with MARA; and who speak Mandarin, Cantonese, Arabic, Spanish, Japanese and Portuguese with access to network of translators if required.
As lawyers, we not only handle immigration and citizenship applications but are also fully qualified to represent our clients with respect to appeals and litigation and are available to consult with prospective clients in person, by telephone or Skype.
For more information on what to expect please see the MARA website
Estate planning involves developing a strategy to deal with your assets after you die – the legal instruments and structures, such as a will, you put in place to transfer your assets in the event of death. It can be as simple as having a Will, but often involves powers of attorney and enduring guardianship.
Establishing a tailored Estate Plan gives you great peace of mind. Everyone’s circumstances are unique and it’s important when preparing your Estate Plan that you work with someone who has the experience to navigate this complex area.
Disputed wills and estates can be tricky. If you are seeking provision out of an estate, wish to protect an existing provision, are an executor served with a claim or seek to challenge the validity of a will, you will need to enlist the help of an Estate Planning lawyer, Teddington can help.
With the recent legislative changes, transferring commercial property into your Self Managed Super Fund can be an attractive option.
The long term advantages of this strategy include taxation advantages (superannuation is a low tax, and at times a no-tax, environment) and asset protection.
With constant changes to the Superannuation laws its imperative that an experienced professional provides guidance and advice in respect of all aspects of your retirement planning.
Whether you decide to sell up, retire or have to get out of business due to health reasons, it’s important that you spend the time with your family and/or your business partners and plan what you’re going to do.
A good succession plan will help your business transition smoothly to the new owner. By planning your exit early, you can maximise the value of your business and help it to meet future needs
Teddington can assist with:
For more information check out “Buying & Selling Companies” on our Business Law Page
If you have a legal practice and are considering your future you may even consider winding back rather than selling up and integrating your practice in to Teddington’s network. If this is of interest Join Us
If you’ve made it here, then you’re facing the task of administering the estate of someone close to you who’s just passed. We are truly sorry for your loss.
The process can be daunting, painful, unfamiliar and quite frankly, stressful. We’re here to lessen the load.
In the majority of cases, you are the nominated Executor of the will and such will need to apply for a Grant of Probate. Or if the situation is a little less clear and the family member has died intestate, without a will, then you will need to apply for Letters of Administration. We can help with whatever situation you are in.
There is a process that involves the below steps.
Applying for Letters of Administration will follow a similar process with some subtle differences due to the lack of a Will.
It is recommended this be done within six months of the deal of the deceased otherwise the applicant will need to explain the delay to the court.