BACK TO OUR EXPERTISE
Business &
Commercial
From business transactions and commercial agreements to company structures, leasing and disputes, our team provides commercially focused legal advice to businesses across Franklin and New Zealand.
BACK TO OUR EXPERTISE
Business &
Commercial
From business transactions and commercial agreements to company structures, leasing and disputes, our team provides commercially focused legal advice to businesses across Franklin and New Zealand.
BACK TO OUR EXPERTISE
Business &
Commercial
From business transactions and commercial agreements to company structures, leasing and disputes, our team provides commercially focused legal advice to businesses across Franklin and New Zealand.
BACK TO OUR EXPERTISE
Business &
Commercial
From business transactions and commercial agreements to company structures, leasing and disputes, our team provides commercially focused legal advice to businesses across Franklin and New Zealand.
BACK TO OUR EXPERTISE
Business &
Commercial
From business transactions and commercial agreements to company structures, leasing and disputes, our team provides commercially focused legal advice to businesses across Franklin and New Zealand.
WHY CLIENTS CHOOSE BLACKHAWK
Business decisions.
Practical advice.
Business and commercial decisions can involve complex agreements, competing priorities and significant financial considerations. We provide advice that considers risk, opportunity and the wider business context.
Commercial insight
Legal advice that considers the commercial realities, risks and objectives behind your matter.
Clear communication
We explain complex legal issues in plain English and make the next steps clear.
Practical solutions
We focus on solutions that protect your interests, manage risk and keep matters moving.
Trusted relationships
We get to know your business, priorities and the outcomes you’re working towards.
WHY CLIENTS CHOOSE BLACKHAWK
Business decisions.
Practical advice.
Business and commercial decisions can involve complex agreements, competing priorities and significant financial considerations. We provide advice that considers risk, opportunity and the wider business context.
Commercial insight
Legal advice that considers the commercial realities, risks and objectives behind your matter.
Clear communication
We explain complex legal issues in plain English and make the next steps clear.
Practical solutions
We focus on solutions that protect your interests, manage risk and keep matters moving.
Trusted relationships
We get to know your business, priorities and the outcomes you’re working towards.
WHY CLIENTS CHOOSE BLACKHAWK
Business decisions. Practical advice.
Business and commercial decisions can involve complex agreements, competing priorities and significant financial considerations. We provide advice that considers risk, opportunity and the wider business context.
Commercial insight
Legal advice that considers the commercial realities, risks and objectives behind your matter.
Clear communication
We explain complex legal issues in plain English and make the next steps clear.
Practical solutions
We focus on solutions that protect your interests, manage risk and keep matters moving.
Trusted relationships
We get to know your business, priorities and the outcomes you’re working towards.
WHY CLIENTS CHOOSE BLACKHAWK
Business decisions.
Practical advice.
Business and commercial decisions can involve complex agreements, competing priorities and significant financial considerations. We provide advice that considers risk, opportunity and the wider business context.
Commercial insight
Legal advice that considers the commercial realities, risks and objectives behind your matter.
Clear communication
We explain complex legal issues in plain English and make the next steps clear.
Practical solutions
We focus on solutions that protect your interests, manage risk and keep matters moving.
Trusted relationships
We get to know your business, priorities and the outcomes you’re working towards.
HOW WE CAN HELP
Business and commercial
support for every stage.
Whether you’re establishing or restructuring a business, entering into an agreement, buying or selling, leasing premises or dealing with a dispute, our team can help you navigate the legal and commercial considerations.
✓ Business sales and purchases
✓ Business structures
✓ Commercial contracts
✓ Shareholder agreements
✓ Terms of trade
✓ Commercial leasing
✓ Due diligence
✓ Company and director matters
✓ Financing and securities
✓ Debt recovery
✓ Commercial disputes
✓ Business succession
HOW WE CAN HELP
Business and commercial
support for every stage.
Whether you’re establishing or restructuring a business, entering into an agreement, buying or selling, leasing premises or dealing with a dispute, our team can help you navigate the legal and commercial considerations.
✓ Business sales and purchases
✓ Due diligence
✓ Business structures
✓ Company and director matters
✓ Commercial contracts
✓ Financing and securities
✓ Shareholder agreements
✓ Debt recovery
✓ Terms of trade
✓ Commercial disputes
✓ Commercial leasing
✓ Business succession
HOW WE CAN HELP
Business and commercial support for every stage.
Whether you’re establishing or restructuring a business, entering into an agreement, buying or selling, leasing premises or dealing with a dispute, our team can help you navigate the legal and commercial considerations.
✓ Business sales and purchases
✓ Business structures
✓ Commercial contracts
✓ Shareholder agreements
✓ Terms of trade
✓ Commercial leasing
✓ Due diligence
✓ Company and director matters
✓ Financing and securities
✓ Debt recovery
✓ Commercial disputes
✓ Business succession
HOW WE CAN HELP
Business and commercial
support for every stage.
Whether you’re establishing or restructuring a business, entering into an agreement, buying or selling, leasing premises or dealing with a dispute, our team can help you navigate the legal and commercial considerations.
✓ Business sales and purchases
✓ Due diligence
✓ Business structures
✓ Company and director matters
✓ Commercial contracts
✓ Financing and securities
✓ Shareholder agreements
✓ Debt recovery
✓ Terms of trade
✓ Commercial disputes
✓ Commercial leasing
✓ Business succession
OUR APPROACH TO BUSINESS & COMMERCIAL LAW
Your business objectives. Our focus.
We take the time to understand your business, identify the legal considerations and provide advice that supports your commercial objectives.
Commercial agreements.
We prepare and review agreements to protect your interests.
Business transactions.
We guide you through business sales, purchases and changes.
Dispute resolution.
We help manage commercial disputes and find practical solutions.
OUR APPROACH TO BUSINESS & COMMERCIAL LAW
Your business objectives.
Our focus.
We take the time to understand your business, identify the legal considerations and provide advice that supports your commercial objectives.
Commercial agreements.
We prepare and review agreements to protect your interests.
Business transactions.
We guide you through business sales, purchases and changes.
Dispute resolution.
We help manage commercial disputes and find practical solutions.
OUR APPROACH TO BUSINESS & COMMERCIAL LAW
Your business objectives. Our focus.
We take the time to understand your business, identify the legal considerations and provide advice that supports your commercial objectives.
Commercial agreements.
We prepare and review agreements to protect your interests.
Business transactions.
We guide you through business sales, purchases and changes.
Dispute resolution.
We help manage commercial disputes and find practical solutions.
OUR APPROACH TO BUSINESS & COMMERCIAL LAW
Your business objectives.
Our focus.
We take the time to understand your business, identify the legal considerations and provide advice that supports your commercial objectives.
Commercial agreements.
We prepare and review agreements to protect your interests.
Business transactions.
We guide you through business sales, purchases and changes.
Dispute resolution.
We help manage commercial disputes and find practical solutions.
BUSINESS & COMMERCIAL LAWYERS | PUKEKOHE & FRANKLIN
Commercial understanding.
Clear legal advice.
Good commercial advice is about more than the legal documents. The right approach can depend on the transaction, relationships, timing, financial considerations, risk and what you are ultimately trying to achieve.
We work with business owners and organisations throughout Franklin, Auckland and across New Zealand, advising on transactions, agreements, structures and disputes. From day-to-day legal needs to significant transactions and disputes, our focus is on advice that works within the real commercial context.
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FIXED-FEE OPTIONS
Know what to expect with commercial legal costs.
Fixed-fee options are available for many of our business and commercial services, depending on the scope of work involved.
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BUSINESS & COMMERCIAL LAWYERS | PUKEKOHE & FRANKLIN
Commercial understanding.
Clear legal advice.
Good commercial advice is about more than the legal documents. The right approach can depend on the transaction, relationships, timing, financial considerations, risk and what you are ultimately trying to achieve.
We work with business owners and organisations throughout Franklin, Auckland and across New Zealand, advising on transactions, agreements, structures and disputes. From day-to-day legal needs to significant transactions and disputes, our focus is on advice that works within the real commercial context.
Talk to our team
$
FIXED-FEE OPTIONS
Know what to expect with commercial legal costs.
Fixed-fee options are available for many of our business and commercial services, depending on the scope of work involved.
View fixed fees
BUSINESS & COMMERCIAL LAWYERS | PUKEKOHE & FRANKLIN
Commercial understanding.
Clear legal advice.
Good commercial advice is about more than the legal documents. The right approach can depend on the transaction, relationships, timing, financial considerations, risk and what you are ultimately trying to achieve.
We work with business owners and organisations throughout Franklin, Auckland and across New Zealand, advising on transactions, agreements, structures and disputes. From day-to-day legal needs to significant transactions and disputes, our focus is on advice that works within the real commercial context.
Talk to our team
$
FIXED-FEE OPTIONS
Know what to expect with commercial legal costs.
Fixed-fee options are available for many of our business and commercial services, depending on the scope of work involved.
View fixed fees
BUSINESS & COMMERCIAL LAWYERS | PUKEKOHE & FRANKLIN
Commercial understanding.
Clear legal advice.
Good commercial advice is about more than the legal documents. The right approach can depend on the transaction, relationships, timing, financial considerations, risk and what you are ultimately trying to achieve.
We work with business owners and organisations throughout Franklin, Auckland and across New Zealand, advising on transactions, agreements, structures and disputes. From day-to-day legal needs to significant transactions and disputes, our focus is on advice that works within the real commercial context.
Talk to our team
$
FIXED-FEE OPTIONS
Know what to expect with commercial legal costs.
Fixed-fee options are available for many of our business and commercial services, depending on the scope of work involved.
View fixed fees
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Business & commercial. Common questions.
Do I need a lawyer when buying or selling a business in New Zealand?
Legal advice is strongly recommended when buying or selling a business. A lawyer can review the sale and purchase agreement, help identify legal risks and advise on matters such as leases, contracts and liabilities. Getting advice before signing can help avoid unexpected obligations.
What should be included in a commercial agreement?
A commercial agreement should clearly set out the parties' obligations, payment terms, responsibilities and what happens if something goes wrong. The specific terms depend on the transaction and the businesses involved. A commercial lawyer can help ensure the agreement reflects what has been negotiated.
What is a shareholders' agreement, and why is it important?
A shareholders' agreement sets out how shareholders will work together and make important business decisions. It can cover ownership, voting rights, share transfers and how disputes are managed. Having an agreement in place can help prevent uncertainty if circumstances change.
What legal checks should I make before buying a business?
Before buying a business, it's important to review the contracts, leases, financial commitments, employment obligations and any potential liabilities. The checks required will depend on the business and how the purchase is structured. Legal due diligence can help you understand the obligations you're taking on.
Can a commercial lawyer help resolve a business dispute?
Yes. A commercial lawyer can review the relevant agreements, explain your legal position and help assess options for resolving a dispute. Depending on the circumstances, this may involve negotiation, settlement discussions or other dispute resolution processes.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Business & commercial.
Common questions.
Do I need a lawyer when buying or selling a business in New Zealand?
Legal advice is strongly recommended when buying or selling a business. A lawyer can review the sale and purchase agreement, help identify legal risks and advise on matters such as leases, contracts and liabilities. Getting advice before signing can help avoid unexpected obligations.
What should be included in a commercial agreement?
A commercial agreement should clearly set out the parties' obligations, payment terms, responsibilities and what happens if something goes wrong. The specific terms depend on the transaction and the businesses involved. A commercial lawyer can help ensure the agreement reflects what has been negotiated.
What is a shareholders' agreement, and why is it important?
A shareholders' agreement sets out how shareholders will work together and make important business decisions. It can cover ownership, voting rights, share transfers and how disputes are managed. Having an agreement in place can help prevent uncertainty if circumstances change.
What legal checks should I make before buying a business?
Before buying a business, it's important to review the contracts, leases, financial commitments, employment obligations and any potential liabilities. The checks required will depend on the business and how the purchase is structured. Legal due diligence can help you understand the obligations you're taking on.
Can a commercial lawyer help resolve a business dispute?
Yes. A commercial lawyer can review the relevant agreements, explain your legal position and help assess options for resolving a dispute. Depending on the circumstances, this may involve negotiation, settlement discussions or other dispute resolution processes.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Business & commercial.
Common questions.
Do I need a lawyer when buying or selling a business in New Zealand?
Legal advice is strongly recommended when buying or selling a business. A lawyer can review the sale and purchase agreement, help identify legal risks and advise on matters such as leases, contracts and liabilities. Getting advice before signing can help avoid unexpected obligations.
What should be included in a commercial agreement?
A commercial agreement should clearly set out the parties' obligations, payment terms, responsibilities and what happens if something goes wrong. The specific terms depend on the transaction and the businesses involved. A commercial lawyer can help ensure the agreement reflects what has been negotiated.
What is a shareholders' agreement, and why is it important?
A shareholders' agreement sets out how shareholders will work together and make important business decisions. It can cover ownership, voting rights, share transfers and how disputes are managed. Having an agreement in place can help prevent uncertainty if circumstances change.
What legal checks should I make before buying a business?
Before buying a business, it's important to review the contracts, leases, financial commitments, employment obligations and any potential liabilities. The checks required will depend on the business and how the purchase is structured. Legal due diligence can help you understand the obligations you're taking on.
Can a commercial lawyer help resolve a business dispute?
Yes. A commercial lawyer can review the relevant agreements, explain your legal position and help assess options for resolving a dispute. Depending on the circumstances, this may involve negotiation, settlement discussions or other dispute resolution processes.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Business & commercial.
Common questions.
Do I need a lawyer when buying or selling a business in New Zealand?
Legal advice is strongly recommended when buying or selling a business. A lawyer can review the sale and purchase agreement, help identify legal risks and advise on matters such as leases, contracts and liabilities. Getting advice before signing can help avoid unexpected obligations.
What should be included in a commercial agreement?
A commercial agreement should clearly set out the parties' obligations, payment terms, responsibilities and what happens if something goes wrong. The specific terms depend on the transaction and the businesses involved. A commercial lawyer can help ensure the agreement reflects what has been negotiated.
What is a shareholders' agreement, and why is it important?
A shareholders' agreement sets out how shareholders will work together and make important business decisions. It can cover ownership, voting rights, share transfers and how disputes are managed. Having an agreement in place can help prevent uncertainty if circumstances change.
What legal checks should I make before buying a business?
Before buying a business, it's important to review the contracts, leases, financial commitments, employment obligations and any potential liabilities. The checks required will depend on the business and how the purchase is structured. Legal due diligence can help you understand the obligations you're taking on.
Can a commercial lawyer help resolve a business dispute?
Yes. A commercial lawyer can review the relevant agreements, explain your legal position and help assess options for resolving a dispute. Depending on the circumstances, this may involve negotiation, settlement discussions or other dispute resolution processes.
Need business or commercial advice?
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Need business or commercial advice?
Talk to our team about your business and the legal support you need.
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Need business or commercial advice?
Talk to our team about your business and the legal support you need.
Talk to our team
Need business or commercial advice?
Talk to our team about your business and the legal support you need.
Talk to our team