McGrath & Co Lawyers

COMMERCIAL LAW

We’re here to make sure business runs smoothly - the first time.

Commercial Law

Our commercial team are passionate about helping individuals, companies (private and public) and businesses with practical, flexible and outcome orientated advice and action for your commercial law needs. Our team can also provide assistance for a range of commercial legal matters, including:

Purchase and sale of business and all other assets

Preparing sale of business contracts

Contract negotiations

Commercial, retail and residential leases

Subletting of premises

Subdivisions

Drafting covenants and easements

Caveats

Commercial agreements including joint ventures and partnerships

Preparation of mortgages, guarantees and security documents

Advice on the protection of commercial assets

Trust deeds including discretionary, unit and hybrid trusts

Stamp duty advice

Advice on legislative requirements, including corporate structure, governance and compliance

Corporate and commercial litigation in court

Mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures & sales

Advice for non-profit organisations and charities

Family farm matters

Adverse possession claims

Land titles act transactions

CONVEYANCING

At McGrath & Co we know that buying or selling a property is a big decision, and we want to help make it as stress free as possible.

Conveyancing

Whether you’re a first home buyer, investor or developer, at McGrath & Co our team are passionate about supporting you to buy or sell your property. We understand that buying or selling a property is often the biggest transaction you might ever make, and our team have extensive experience to ensure your interests are protected every step of the way.

Our conveyancing services include:

Preparation of contracts for sale

Review of contracts before a purchase

Carry out searches on property

Liaise with banks

Solve any legal issues that may arise

Attend settlement

Caveats

Land Titles Act transactions

FAMILY LAW

Sometimes the future can look complicated. At McGrath & Co we’re passionate about helping you and your family move forward.

Family Law

Our team are here to help you and your family transition into the next stage of life. Whether you need support with children’s and property matters, we promote the quick and efficient settlement of matters that may come at the end of a relationship. We can assist you in all areas of family law, including:

Divorce & separation

Resolutions through agreement including drafting consent agreements

Property settlements, for both married and de facto couples

Prenuptial agreements

Division of property & assets

Settlements achieved through formal agreements or court proceedings

Assistance with mediations, negotiations and court proceedings

Parenting arrangements

Defined benefit superannuation schemes including RBF & military superannuation

Child Support

Spousal maintenance

Binding Financial Agreements

LITIGATION & DISPUTES

Professional and authentic legal counsel when you need it most.

Litigation and Dispute Resolution

At McGrath & Co we strive to settle disputes in an amicable fashion but understand that on certain occasions, litigation is an unavoidable fact of life. As litigation can be an expensive process, we try to deliver our legal services in the most cost-effective manner for our clients by minimising costs where possible. We pride ourselves on always having close involvement with our clients so that you are fully aware of what to expect in Court, and have a track record of success in managing cases involving litigation.

With years of dispute resolution and general litigation experience, our team can provide legal services for:

Tasmanian Supreme & Magistrates Court litigation

Federal Court litigation

Superannuation tribunal Matters

Mining tribunal matters

Testator family maintenance applications

Restraint and family violence orders

Restricted licence applications

Debt collections, bankruptcy and corporate insolvency

Contract and commercial disputes

Insurance disputes

Statutory demand

Enforcement of judgement