There's no firm quite like us.
We’ve set out to build a law firm that can help people with the issues that matter to them - whether that be in their personal lives or business lives.
As a multidisciplinary practice, one of our key advantages is that we can see and advise you beyond a traditional law firm.
For example, if you’ve been injured and you’re about to come into a lump sum payment through compensation, it would be an opportune moment to consider writing or redrafting a will.
Or if you’re running a business, and your business partner is getting divorced - what should you do? With business lawyers and family lawyers all under the one roof, you can be sure that your advice will be proactive and holistic.
The bottom line is that you will save money and time by talking to just one firm.
Help with life.
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About ROBINSON GILL LAWYERS
Founded in 1979
50 people in their team
Practice areas
Languages spoken
Practice areas
Business
Purchase a business.
Purchasing another business requires significant due diligence and planning. We help people prepare for business ownership or merging the new entity into an existing business structure.
Sell your business.
Preparing your business for sale appropriately means you will minimise your taxation cost and get the best sale value possible. We have helped clients sell to management teams, industry participants and family members.
Business structuring.
We advise businesses on structuring to minimise your taxation and operational burden. We can assist you in reducing personal legal liability and setting your business up for future investment or for future sale.
Succession planning.
You work hard to build your business, so you want to know that it will be in safe hands when you retire or die. Planning your exit in advance will provide a smooth transition for your business, staff and clients.
Intellectual property.
Protecting intellectual property should be a priority for every business owner. When assessing the value of your business, it is important to look beyond the physical assets and consider your IP as a business asset.
Workplace and safety obligations.
You want to do the right thing by your staff. Navigating your legal obligations for everything from insurance, tax, and superannuation, to employment records and employee health and safety requires strategic advice applicable to your industry.
Partnership agreements.
Many businesses start with a collaboration between friends or relatives who agree in good faith to build a business based on a shared goal. A management agreement will help you resolve issues quickly and effectively.
Property-related transactions.
We advise business owners and managers on their rights and obligations with regard to property transactions and transfers including buying, selling and leasing commercial and industrial property.
Franchising.
From entering into, transferring, extending or ceasing a franchise agreement, we will build an agreement to protect your rights and investment. We work with both franchisors and franchisees.
Family
Divorce.
An application for divorce can be made after you and your spouse have been separated for at least twelve months. However, this does not preclude you from resolving parenting and financial issues in the meantime.
Child support.
Child support refers to payments made for the financial support of children. We offer expert advice in relation to all aspects of child support including administrative assessments, review/appeals, private agreements and lump sum child support.
Children’s issues.
When a relationship breakdown involves children, you need a lawyer that is experienced in parenting matters and understands the impact that separation can have on children. Our lawyers are experts at negotiating parenting arrangements.
Property division.
Dividing your property and assets following a separation can be emotionally exhausting – and it often already is. Our lawyers will guide you on what you are entitled to and can negotiate with your former partner and their legal team on your behalf.
Spousal maintenance.
In some situations, there is an obligation to financially support a former spouse/partner after separation. Our family lawyers can advise you on your application to the Family Law Courts or help you resist an application.
Grandparents’ rights.
Are you a grandparent caring for your grandchildren or worried about a family separation affecting your time with them? Grandparents have rights in some circumstances. A lawyer can help advise you on the best course of action.
Binding financial agreements.
Following a relationship breakdown a Binding Financial Agreement may or may not be the appropriate way to formalise your settlement. Our family lawyers can also advise you in relation to making agreements before or during a relationship (commonly referred to as “pre-nups”)
Real Estate
Property development.
We work with many local and Chinese property investors to help them secure financing and minimise their tax obligations, negotiate contracts and JV’s, purchase sites, secure land and handle planning issues imposed by Local Councils.
Foreign investment.
Our team has specific expertise in helping people in China invest in the Australian local property market. Many of our team were raised in China and have strong relationships with investors and real estate agents in both locations.
Commercial leasing.
Our property leasing lawyers work with landlords and tenants of commercial and industrial property. We also have experience working with owners corporations, franchisors and facilities management businesses.
Building and construction.
We advise developers, builders and investors on new and existing construction projects. We have experience developing project and procurement documentation, Council and safety, compliance and negotiating with contractors.
Conveyancing.
We specialise in large-scale conveyancing, organising the purchasing of commercial and industrial property. We also work with greenfields developers to help them subdivide land and produce new titles.
Property & construction disputes.
Our disputes team have significant experience in handling disputes that relate to investors, financiers, builders, real estate agents, landlords, tenants, contractors and other service providers.
Retirement villages & aged care.
Our business and property teams work side-by-side to help operators of retirement villages and aged care providers develop agreements, buy and sell facilities, advise on compliance as it relates to retirement villages and aged care legislation, and preparing residential agreements.
Lawsuits & Disputes
Shareholders’ disputes.
Whilst you may start in business with friends, family or business partners with the best intentions, things may not always go to plan. Our team will help you to resolve an issue – whilst protecting your interests.
Debt recovery.
Recovering debt can be a tricky task with many pitfalls, such as debtors evading payment or not having the means to pay. We have the experience and tools to manage an effective and cost-efficient recovery of all debts, big or small.
Contractual disputes.
If you or the other party to a contract have a different understanding of what it may mean then it is imperative that you get advice from the start. Our disputes team can help you with practical methods for settling contractual disputes.
Intellectual property disputes.
Intellectual property rights, such as trademarks, may be infringed. Your rights may be infringed if someone else represents to the consumer that their goods or services are those of yours and your business suffers damage as a result.
Property disputes.
Property disputes can arise in many forms, whether that be disputes with real estate agents, landlords, tenants equitable interest claims or disputes between co-owners of the property. We are experienced in all facets of commercial property disputes.
ADR & mediation.
Looking for a quick, efficient and cost effective end to your dispute? There are many options available through alternative dispute resolution (ADRD) to assist with the early resolution of matters, whether that be by mediation, conciliation, facilitation, arbitration or expert determination.
Elder Law
Making a will.
You have worked very hard during your lifetime to provide for your family and loved ones. A valid will ensures your loved ones are provided for. You can have peace of mind with a legally valid will.
Power of attorney.
If you are unable to make decisions who will act for you? A power of attorney is a written legal document which allows another person to act and make decisions on your behalf – and is an important investment in your life and wellbeing.
Probate.
The death of a loved one can be a difficult and emotional time. Our experience allows us to deal with property, shares, bank and insurance and take the burden off your shoulders.
Contest a will.
If you feel you have been unfairly left out of a will, we can help you contest it. Contesting a will can be a complicated and difficult process, and strict timelines apply. Our wills disputes team will advise you on your likelihood of successfully making a claim.
Estate & succession planning.
Estate planning is about proactively protecting your loved ones when you die. It goes beyond the will – it may look at how your business will operate or how your wealth will be distributed in the safest and most tax-effective manner.
Criminal Defense
White collar crime.
Is a Government body pursuing you for criminal charges? We help people and businesses defend criminal charges brought by groups such as IBAC, AFP, ATO and ASIC. Our criminal lawyers are supported by our own in-house business and disputes team.
Criminal defence.
Our criminal defence lawyers focus on helping people defend charges brought by Victoria Police, Australian Federal Police, Corrections Officers and Protection Services Officers. They are supported by our police misconduct team.
Insurance
Have you had a motor vehicle accident that wasn't your fault?
If you have been involved in a collision on the road,
our team is here to assist you.
- Car drivers
- Motorcyclists
- Truck or other commercial vehicle owners
- Taxi drivers
- Uber (or other car share scheme) drivers
- Tow operators
- Hire car providers
Choose your own repairer.
Engaging a lawyer to manage your claim means you can choose someone you trust to carry out the necessary repairs, at a time and location that suits you.
Remove the hassle of dealing with insurers.
Even if you have full comprehensive insurance, you do not need to make a claim on your policy if the accident was not your fault. Whilst we recommend notifying your insurer, you are not required to make a claim (which could impact your insurance premiums or require you to pay an excess).
Our insurance specialists can also advise you if you become involved in an insurance dispute, for example:
- if you are dissatisfied with the settlement you have been offered by an offending driver or insurer, or
- when you have experienced an unreasonable delay in receiving compensation from an insurer.
Receive the full compensation you are entitled to.
We have a specialist team of lawyers who have decades of experience in managing insurance claims. In most circumstances, our service is at no cost to you, and we are dedicated to ensuring you are fairly compensated for:
- The cost of repairs to your vehicle
- The cost of a hire care
- Lost income for the duration of repairs to your vehicle
- Net loss of your vehicle
- Anticipated stamp duty and transfer fees on your new vehicle
- Tow/storage charges
- Refitting costs/signage
- The cost of replacing any damaged personal items such as:
- helmet and other protective gear,
- riding gear/clothing,
- child car seats or prams,
- laptops/phones, and
- other general contents,