Smal Business law
Stress-Free Legal Solutions for Melbourne Business Owners & Beyond
Whether you are launching a new venture, negotiating a commercial lease, structuring a partnership, or resolving a business dispute, commercial transactions in Victoria carry significant legal and financial responsibilities. At M&Z Lawyers, our small business law and commercial solicitors deliver practical, cost-effective legal solutions across Melbourne and regional Victoria safeguarding your company’s interests and ensuring complete legal compliance at every stage of growth.
How can we help?
At M&Z Lawyers, we take the stress out of commercial law. We help Victorian business owners draft water-tight contracts, secure commercial leases, handle business purchases and sales, and resolve corporate disputes quickly and cost-effectively. With transparent fixed pricing and expert legal protection, we ensure your business remains secure, compliant, and ready to thrive.where you stand and what comes next.
What we cover
- Commercial & Retail Leases
- Buying & Selling Businesses
- Contracts & Agreements
- Employment & HR Compliance
- Commercial Disputes & Debt Recovery
- Shareholders' & Partnership Agreements
How it works?
- Free first chat
Tell us what's happening. No cost, no obligation.
- Clear plan & quote
We map your options and what each is likely to cost.
- We act for you
Negotiation first, court only when it's the right call.
- Resolution
A workable outcome, with you informed at every step.
Why Choose M & Z Lawyers?
Navigating Australian commercial law and Victorian business regulations requires legal precision, local commercial insight, and transparent advice. We eliminate legal jargon so you can focus on running and scaling your business with total confidence.
Small Business Law services in Melbourne and Beyond
We handle end-to-end commercial law, corporate structuring, contract negotiation, and business transfer matters across Greater Melbourne and regional Victoria.
Business Formation & Company Structuring
Advice on optimal business structures (Pty Ltd Companies, Family Trusts, Partnerships, Sole Traders).
Drafting Shareholders’ Agreements, Partnership Agreements, and Unanimous Consent Deeds.
Corporate governance, ASIC compliance, and director duties advisory.
Business name registration, trademark protection, and intellectual property (IP) assignment.
Commercial Leases & Contracts
Drafting and reviewing Commercial Leases, Retail Shop Leases (under the Retail Leases Act 2003 VIC), and Licences.
Drafting customer Terms & Conditions (T&Cs), Privacy Policies, and Website Terms.
Supply agreements, distribution contracts, contractor agreements, and service level contracts.
Unfair Contract Terms (UCT) compliance checks under Australian Consumer Law (ACL).
Buying & Selling a Business
Legal reviews of Contracts of Sale of Business and Section 52 Vendor Statements.
Due diligence checks on business assets, liabilities, intellectual property, and existing contracts.
Managing transfer of retail leases, employee entitlements, and franchise agreements.
Coordinating financial settlement and legal ownership transfer via PEXA or secure trust account setups.
Employment & Business Disputes
Drafting Employment Contracts, Fair Work compliant policies, and Independent Contractor Agreements.
Commercial dispute resolution, mediation, and debt recovery support.
Business restructuring, partnership buyouts, and exit strategy management.
Free, no-obligation chat
Other Services
- Family Law
- Conveyancing
- Small Business Law
- Civil Litigation
- Immigration Law
- Wills and Probate
Frequently asked questions
Commercial leases in Victoria bind your business to long-term financial commitments (often 3 to 10 years). A legal review ensures you are not exposed to hidden outgoings, restrictive make-good clauses, personal guarantee traps, or unreasonable rent review terms.
Under the Estate Agents Act 1980 (VIC), a vendor selling a small business for up to $450,000 must provide a Section 52 Statement. This document details the financial accounting performance of the business over the past two financial years to ensure purchasers are making an informed decision.
We understand that business deals move fast. We offer express 24 to 48-hour contract and lease reviews across Melbourne and regional Victoria so you can secure a tenancy or finalize a deal without losing your competitive edge.
Registering a company with ASIC establishes your business structure, but it doesn’t govern internal shareholder relationships. A Shareholders’ Agreement sets the rules for critical events: how profits are distributed, what happens if a partner wants to sell, how share values are calculated, and how deadlocks or disputes between directors are legally resolved.
Yes. M & Z Lawyers offers a free, no-obligation first chat so you can explain your situation, understand your options and get clear guidance on the next steps before deciding how to proceed
Why Choose M & Z Lawyers for Your Small Business?
We protect your commercial assets with transparent fixed fees, rapid contract turnarounds, and robust legal representation every step of the way.