When a dispute arises in a commercial matter you need someone you can trust to fight for you.
We can help you establish, maintain and protect your assets and your business.
The most common commercial law and litigation cases involve a disagreement over money or property as part of a business transaction. Commercial claims are often complicated, which is why you need experienced practitioners on your side.
There is often nothing more stressful than having to face the prospect of lengthy court proceedings or complex dispute resolution processes. That’s when having an expert on your side can make all the difference.
We can help you reach a settlement, which means if you are owed money, we help you recover it. If you have been short-changed in another way, we can fight for you to receive appropriate compensation, or a resolution, to your issue.
Call us on 1300 58 46 26 and chat to one of our lawyers to see how we can help you, in some cases we can help you on a no win, no fee basis.
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In these kinds of matters it is critical you get good legal advice early. Putting it off can often make a difficult situation worse, taking up more of your time and causing you more unnecessary stress.
The first step is to give us a call and have an initial discussion. Our lawyers can take you through your options and next steps in a clear, and direct way so you know where you stand and how much any action will cost.
Why you should call us
Our team of lawyers have a wealth of knowledge across a range of legal matters and bring that experience to assessing your matter and providing timely, expert advice and representation.
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James is a highly regarded commercial lawyer and litigator. He has successfully brought claims against Australia’s largest banks, stockbrokers and financial institutions. He has also acted for people and organisations subject to investigations by government agencies and has advised industry superannuation funds, unions and corporations on regulatory, governance and directorship issues.
James provides advice on contractual matters, corporate disputes, professional negligence and defamation claims. He also acts in complex matters – such as class actions and group litigation, including the Robodebt class action.
Rachel is an experienced litigator with diverse legal experience across various areas of the law including consumer law, building and construction disputes, fraud, professional negligence, defamation, corporate risk and family law.
Rachel started her legal career in 2007 in commercial litigation, acting in a broad range of commercial matters with a focus on consumer law, professional negligence and defamation.
Rachel has also acted as in-house counsel for a major Australian company and has advised on corporate risk and professional standards matters. Rachel has a special interest in consumer law and professional negligence, bringing a multi-disciplined approach to her practice.
Guy joined Gordon Legal as a paralegal whilst he was completing his studies, and has now taken on a role as a Law Graduate working in the Commercial Law team. Guy is currently undertaking his Practical Legal Training and looks forward to being a practicing solicitor upon completion. Whilst working as a paralegal with the firm, Guy gained exposure to class action litigation as well as industrial and commercial law matters. Guy is passionate about achieving good outcomes for individuals in the civil justice system, particularly through the vehicle of class action litigation. In addition to his law firm experience, Guy has worked in the public sector and in human rights, including at the Australian Human Rights Commission and the Victorian Department of Education. Prior to completing a Juris Doctor, Guy undertook a Bachelor of Arts (International Studies) at RMIT University.
Fiona is an experienced litigator who practises across the Industrial Law and Commercial Law teams. Fiona represents unions and employees in a range of employment and industrial matters, including in proceedings brought by industrial regulators. Fiona acts in various commercial and consumer disputes and provides representation in Coronial Inquests in respect of professional conduct. Fiona has previously worked at the Fair Work Commission as a Conciliator and an Associate to a Deputy President and has a background in the union movement. Fiona is a volunteer and former board member of the Fitzroy Legal Service.
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