HomeBusiness, Commercial & DisputesBusiness, Commercial & Disputes
Business, Commercial & Disputes

Contracts & agreements: clear, enforceable, built to protect you.

A well-drafted contract is the foundation of every commercial relationship. Orange Legal Group drafts, reviews and negotiates contracts across every industry and transaction type — protecting your business from the start.

15+
Years experience
All
Industry types
VIC
Victoria wide
Discuss Your Matter
Confidential consultation
Your information is strictly confidential
About This Practice Area

Prevention Is Always Cheaper Than Litigation

Most commercial disputes trace back to a poorly drafted contract — one that is ambiguous, incomplete or fails to address what happens when something goes wrong. A well-drafted contract sets clear expectations, allocates risk appropriately and provides a clear framework for resolution if a dispute arises.

Orange Legal Group drafts, reviews and negotiates commercial contracts across all transaction types and industries. From standard supply agreements to complex shareholder arrangements, we give you contracts that are clear, enforceable and built to protect your interests.

We also advise businesses on their existing contract obligations — reviewing terms and conditions, identifying risk and advising on whether existing contracts need to be renegotiated or updated.

What We Help With
Supply agreements, service contracts and distribution agreements
Shareholder and partnership agreements
Employment and contractor agreements
Non-disclosure and confidentiality agreements
Terms and conditions for goods and services
Intellectual property assignments and licences
Joint venture agreements
Franchise agreements
A contract reviewed before signing costs a fraction of the cost of a dispute after the fact. We always recommend independent review of any significant contract before you execute it.
What We Handle

The Disputes We Handle

01

Commercial Contracts

Drafting and reviewing supply agreements, service contracts, distribution agreements and all standard commercial contract types.

SupplyServiceDistribution
02

Shareholder Agreements

Establishing the rights, obligations and exit mechanisms for business owners — preventing disputes before they arise.

ShareholdersExit provisionsDirector rights
03

Employment & Contractors

Employment agreements, executive service agreements and contractor arrangements — compliant with Fair Work and the NES.

EmploymentContractorFair Work
04

NDAs & Confidentiality

Protecting your confidential business information, trade secrets and intellectual property from disclosure.

NDAConfidentialityIP protection
05

Terms & Conditions

Drafting enforceable terms and conditions of sale or supply that protect your business and comply with the Australian Consumer Law.

TermsConsumer lawEnforceability
06

IP Assignments

Assigning, licensing and protecting intellectual property — including software, brand assets, designs and confidential know-how.

IPAssignmentLicence
Our Process

How We Handle Your Matter

01
Instructions
We take detailed instructions about the transaction, the parties' intentions and the key commercial terms.
02
Draft
We draft the contract clearly and precisely — covering all material terms, risk allocation and dispute mechanisms.
03
Review
We review the counterparty's draft and identify issues, gaps and terms that require negotiation.
04
Negotiate
We negotiate on your behalf to achieve the best commercial outcome on the terms that matter.
05
Execution
We finalise the document for execution and advise on any ongoing compliance obligations.
Why Choose Us

The Orange Legal Difference

Clear Drafting

We draft contracts in plain, unambiguous language — so both parties understand exactly what they have agreed to.

Commercial Awareness

We understand business. Our contracts reflect commercial reality, not just legal theory.

Risk Identification

We identify where the risk sits in a contract — and advise you on whether to accept it or negotiate it away.

All Industries

We draft and review commercial contracts across all industries — from retail and hospitality to technology and professional services.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Related Services

You May Also Need

Business & Commercial

Commercial Litigation

When a contract dispute cannot be resolved — we represent you in court and at VCAT.

Learn More →
Business & Commercial

Commercial & Retail Leasing

Lease review, drafting and advice for landlords and tenants.

Learn More →
Property & Conveyancing

Business Sales & Acquisitions

Buying or selling a business — from heads of agreement to settlement.

Learn More →

Need a contract drafted or reviewed?

Contact Orange Legal Group for clear, practical commercial contract advice. We protect your business from the outset — before a dispute arises.

Book a Consultation
Or call us: 03 8330 5983