Chatswood
Chatswood Lawyers
Commercial legal support for Chatswood, Willoughby, Artarmon and the Upper North Shore.
In short
Commercial lawyers for Chatswood, Willoughby, Artarmon and Upper North Shore businesses — contracts, business sales, employment and disputes. Fixed fees. Senior lawyers only.
Envision Legal acts for businesses in and around Chatswood — the Victoria Avenue and Help Street commercial core, Chatswood Chase and Westfield retail, plus Willoughby, Artarmon, Roseville and the Upper North Shore. Fixed fees. Senior lawyers only. No six-minute billing.
Who we act for in Chatswood
- Retail, hospitality and franchises — Chatswood Chase, Westfield and Victoria Avenue operators. Leases, franchising, employment.
- Professional services — Accounting, migration, financial planning and consulting practices.
- Import, export and distribution — Chatswood's substantial Asia-facing trading businesses. Supply, distribution and agency agreements.
- Health and allied health — Medical, dental and allied practices. Structuring, employment and practice sales.
- Technology and IT services — Managed service providers, SaaS and IT consultancies. Contracts, IP and SaaS terms.
What we do
Business contracts
Services, supply, distribution, subcontractor and reseller agreements, NDAs and licensing. See business contracts.
Business structuring
Pty Ltd companies, discretionary and unit trusts, partnerships and group restructures. See business structures.
Buying and selling a business
Asset and share sale agreements, due diligence, earn-outs, warranties, restraints and completion. See business sales and acquisitions.
Shareholders' and founders' agreements
Vesting, drag-along, tag-along, pre-emptive rights, deadlock and exit. See shareholders' agreements.
Employment and contractors
Employment contracts, contractor agreements with proper IP assignment, restraints and ESOPs.
Commercial and retail leases
Reviewing landlord terms, negotiating incentives, options, rent review and make-good. See commercial leases.
Intellectual property
Trademarks, IP assignment deeds, licensing and brand protection. See trademarks.
Fractional general counsel
A senior in-house commercial lawyer inside your business for a fixed monthly fee. See fractional general counsel.
How we work
- Fixed fees, always. Every defined piece of work quoted and approved upfront.
- Senior lawyers only. No partner-to-junior handoff.
- Plain English. Contracts business owners can actually read.
- One business day. We respond to every enquiry within one business day.
Frequently asked questions
Which suburbs do you cover around Chatswood?
Chatswood, Willoughby, Artarmon, Roseville, Lindfield, Killara, Gordon, Lane Cove and the surrounding Upper North Shore.
Do you act for import and distribution businesses?
Yes. Supply, distribution, agency and exclusive territory agreements, Incoterms and cross-border payment terms are core work for us.
How much do Chatswood commercial lawyers cost?
Fixed fees on every defined scope, quoted and approved before we begin. No hourly billing.
Can you help me sell my Chatswood business?
Yes — asset and share sale agreements, due diligence, earn-outs, restraints and completion. See our business sales and acquisitions page.
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Ready to talk it through?
Send us a note about what you're working on. We'll respond within one business day and, if we're a fit, book a free 15-minute consultation with a senior lawyer.