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CH-Earnest Corporate & Commercial Solicitors
The thriving business world relies on clear agreements, statutory compliance, and strong legal foundations — CH-Earnest is your trusted corporate and commercial lawyer in Sydney, assisting you to effortlessly navigate these crucial legal frameworks.
From IP to IT, employment to company secretarial — CH-Earnest has a proud history of delivering expertly-tailored advice to start-ups, sole traders, SMEs, and corporations. Always approachable, yet relentlessly professional, our legal knowledge and rapid response gives your enterprise the competitive edge it deserves.
With bespoke affordable legal packages, ad hoc representation, and subscription-based legal as a service — we provide unmatched flexibility to match your budget needs and law-related requirements.
And, whether you’re looking for advice on commercial contracts, corporate governance, or dispute resolution — our team of commercial solicitors is dedicated to providing solutions to safeguard your business.
Trust CH-Earnest to be your dependable legal partner in the fast-moving world of business law.
CH-Earnest Corporate & Commercial Solicitors
The thriving business world relies on clear agreements, statutory compliance, and strong legal foundations — CH-Earnest is your trusted corporate and commercial lawyer in Sydney, assisting you to effortlessly navigate these crucial legal frameworks.
From IP to IT, employment to company secretarial — CH-Earnest has a proud history of delivering expertly-tailored advice to start-ups, sole traders, SMEs, and corporations. Always approachable, yet relentlessly professional, our legal knowledge and rapid response gives your enterprise the competitive edge it deserves.
With bespoke affordable legal packages, ad hoc representation, and subscription-based legal as a service — we provide unmatched flexibility to match your budget needs and law-related requirements.
And, whether you’re looking for advice on commercial contracts, corporate governance, or dispute resolution — our team of commercial solicitors is dedicated to providing solutions to safeguard your business.
Trust CH-Earnest to be your dependable legal partner in the fast-moving world of business law.
Our Tailored Corporate & Commercial Lawyers Services
With a reassuringly personal approach, CH-Earnest provides your enterprise with unequalled, on-demand commercial legal services when and where you need them most.
Taking pride in our deep-rooted tradition of client-focused experience, we deliver only forward-thinking solutions — maintaining a flexible, commercially-minded, and cost-effective approach to every aspect of our assistance.
Friendly, honest, and calm in the face of adversity, our legal professionals ensure the individual attention your enterprise requires — while addressing every undertaking with the thoughtful scrutiny it deserves.
No matter the brief, irrespective of the challenge, and regardless of the law sector — we have the right legal expert for your business.
Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A)
CH-Earnest is your leading commercial and corporate law firm — specialising in mergers and acquisitions (M&A). Offering a comprehensive range of services tailored to businesses of all sizes, from individuals and startups to established corporations and developers — our holistic approach ensures all aspects of your M&A are addressed.
From employment law and competition regulations to intellectual property protection and corporate governance, our team provides expert and smooth guidance throughout the entire process. And, since every M&A is unique, we work closely with you to develop a strategy that aligns with your specific goals.
Our proven track record includes overseeing acquisitions for SMEs, developers, and large corporations. Furthermore, we’ve gained an esteemed reputation for achieving exceptional outcomes in complex transactions — involving large private businesses and publicly listed companies.
Powered by a team of innovative lawyers known for their strong advocacy skills and exceptional negotiation abilities — we are thought leaders at the forefront of market trends and developments in the Australian business landscape.
Deal structure advice
Corporate restructuring and insolvency
Completing due diligence
Shielding against or performing takeover bids
Resolving disputes
Post-merger documents
Contracts of employment and workplace advice
Transaction negotiation
Risk management
Compliance and risk management
Business acquisition conveyancing
Acquisition documentation
Ensure Smooth Mergers and Acquisitions With CH-Earnest
IT and Technology Lawyer
The fast-moving world of technology presents unique and constantly evolving law-related challenges for 21st-century businesses. At CH-Earnest, our IT lawyers deliver comprehensive legal services to bridge the difficult gap between your technological aspirations and goals — and maintain a strong legal foundation.
With a deep grasp of Australian and global IT, technological legislation, data protection, licensing, geospatial, and contract negotiation law — our tech lawyers offer clear and knowledgeable advice combined with actionable planning.
What’s more, our IT and technology lawyers don’t only address your challenges — they can proactively identify gaps and opportunities to leverage your tech to your financial advantage.
Whether you’re a sole trader working on a next-generation digital app, or a large corporation wrestling with data compliance — we offer rapid and considered advice:
Geospatial technology, including spatial planning law
SaaS — software as a service
Hosting solutions advice
IT contract negotiation
IT procurement
Outsourcing
Privacy and data protection compliance
Cloud migration contracts
IT services contracts
Domain name law
Channel partner ecosystem
Networking and infrastructure
Digital disruption
Tech start-ups
Regulatory and compliance advice
IT project advice and management
E-commerce law and legislation
Your Technology, IT, and Digital Lawyers in Sydney
Intellectual Property (IP) Lawyer
At CH-Earnest, our intellectual property lawyer team is committed to defending and commercialising your innovative and creative assets.
With vast experience in intellectual property law in Australia — we ensure tailored advice and guidance to maximise your protection and financial return. From trademarks to trade secrets, patents to copyrights — we can assist and advise anyone from SMEs to large corporations.
Furthermore, we understand the importance of establishing realistic expectations. Our IP lawyers will provide you with an honest assessment of your idea, product, or composition. If we feel your current IP isn’t suitable for protection or registration, we’ll say why — and, suggest alternative strategies or pivots to ensure its safeguarding.
Our intellectual property commercial lawyers can advise on:
Commercialising IP
Copyright — advice, commercialisation, and protection
Trademarks — registration, advice, and commercialisation
Patent commercialisation
Patent commercialisation through licensing
Registerable and unregsiterable IP
Trade secrets
Opposition and removal proceedings
Domain name disputes
IP infringement and enforcement
IP asset and brand protection
Defend and Maximise the Potential of Your IP — Speak to the Expert Intellectual Property Lawyer in Australia
General Corporate & Commercial – Business and Commercial Lawyer
Ch-Earnest is committed to offering comprehensive legal advice, support, and guidance in all aspects of commercial and business law — both on an ad hoc and outsourced subscription legal service basis.
Whatever your industry sector, however large or small your operation — our team of specialist lawyers have an unmatched understanding of Australian commercial legalities.
From formations to basic business start-up packages, through to in-depth non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) and shareholder agreements — our business lawyer team delivers strategic guidance to ensure your enterprise is legally compliant and able to grow.
Furthermore, understanding the cost, time, and stress involved in corporate litigation — wherever possible, we strive to keep contentious matters out of the court process. By relentlessly taking a wide-view approach and utilising lateral thinking — we can often reach agreements that keep your bottom line healthy.
Our expert business solicitors can deliver knowledgeable commercial legal advice in:
Privacy policy, returns policy, refund policy, and website policy
Trade terms and conditions
Commercial agreements and arrangements
Business and asset sale and purchase
Company structure and asset protection
Corporate governance
Joint ventures, partnerships, and alliances
Trust and shareholder agreements
Commercial contracts lawyer
Commercial and strategic advisory and consulting
Competition and consumer law
Start-ups and go-to-market advice
Insolvency
International business
General legal consulting
For All Structural, Advisory, and Transactional Commercial Legal Matters, Arrange a Consultation
Franchising
Franchising offers remarkable and financially beneficial opportunities — whether you’re a franchisee or franchisor. However, the complexities and challenges of franchise agreements, and the associated compliance and disclosure can be overwhelming — especially for the first-time provider or investor.
CH-Earnest’s franchise lawyers have a proven track record in Australian franchise legalities. Giving honest and clear advice and guidance on the process — including its pitfalls and drawbacks — we will navigate you expertly and patiently and in a time-focused manner.
For franchisees, we provide a comprehensive examination of your agreement and associated documentation — together with advice and representation in disputes if required.
For franchisors, we can offer support in creating franchise agreements and systems — and ensuring compliance with the Franchising Code of Conduct, Australian Consumer Law and the Competition and Consumer Act 2010.
Need a franchise lawyer? Our experts can advise and guide you with:
Buying a franchise
Setting up a franchise support and guidance
Reviewing franchise agreements and disclosures
Franchise negotiation
Structuring a franchise
Benefits and drawbacks of a franchise
Franchise leases
Franchise supplier negotiations
Franchise compliance
Franchise dispute resolution
Our Franchisee and Franchisor Lawyer Team Are Ready To Deliver Robust Franchise Advice
Employment Law and Restraint of Trade Lawyer
Your staff is the engine that drives your business forward. At CH-Earnest, our workplace lawyers provide impeccable counsel and guidance on navigating the complex employment law world — and ensure compliance with the Fair Work Act.
From providing advice on workplace disputes and alleged discrimination, thorough to drafting contracts and terms of employment — our highly focused business lawyers will deliver judicious solutions tailored to your enterprise’s circumstances.
What’s more, if you’re concerned about departing employees stealing your clients or using your crucial IP — we can protect you. Experts in restraint of trade, CH-Earnest can build enforceable clauses that safeguard your confidential information — and ensure a smooth and positive employee exit.
Partnering with us gives you the triple benefits of having an attractive working environment for your staff, ensuring your business is defended against costly claims and risks, and remaining reassuringly compliant under current Australian law.
Our employment lawyer specialists are proficient and experienced in:
Creating employment policies and agreements
Advice on the Australia Fair Work Act and modern awards
Both employer and employee employment disputes
Restraint of trade
Lawful terminations of employment
Workplace audits and investigations
Employee leave entitlements — holiday, long service, parental, and personal
Workplace Health and Safety law
Advice on workplace policies and procedures
General employment advice
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Company Secretary Services Lawyer
At CH-Earnest, we provide bespoke company secretary services in Sydney that target the unique requirements and goals of your operation. Not just allowing you to incorporate transparent management, but also to ensure a strong foundation for responsible decision-making.
Our comprehensive company secretary services give your operation access to Sydney’s most experienced and diligent professional company secretaries — helping you remain compliant with your governance and filing requirements.
From shareholder meetings to structural changes, board of directors duties to maintaining company records — CH-Earnest’s hard-working legal professionals will foster a robust corporate framework for your operation.
By allowing us to take the load, you can release yourself and your team from the shackles of administration — and focus solely on running your enterprise! With your legal exposure minimised, you gain compliance assurance while stakeholders and shareholders enjoy business confidence.
While not an exhaustive list, our company secretaries can provide assistance with:
Establishing a company
ASIC (Australian Securities and Investments Commission) compliance
Board of directors and meeting support
Filing and maintaining up-to-date company records
Business governance advice
Communication with shareholders
Regulatory and statutory body compliance
Safe storage of the company seal
Ensuring confidentiality
Let CH-Earnest Ease Your Administrative Challenges — Speak With Us About Our Company Secretary Services
Business Strategy and Governance
Building a successful operation means more than hard work and determination. Strong governing procedures backed by sound and well-planned strategies will give your enterprise the systems it needs to grow and thrive.
Often, diligently working within your business leaves you little time to see the bigger picture. At CH-Earnest, our team can help you build a navigable pathway to success.
We will work closely with you to understand your enterprise’s specific challenges and goals — both internal and external to your operation. Then, we will forge a tailored action plan to enable you to meet your objectives while overcoming hurdles.
From market analysis to risk management, growth planning to pivoting — we can ensure you achieve long-term stability and profitability.
By no means a complete list, we can help you with:
Strategy development
Robust corporate governance
Market exposure
Succession planning
Increasing productivity
Streamlining
Risk management
Competitor analysis
Market analysis
Business entity selection and formation
Want To See Your Business Grow and Develop? Speak to CH-Earnest for Powerful Business Strategy and Governance Planning
CH-Earnest — Your Trusted Corporate & Commercial Law Partners
At CH-Earnest, we understand the importance of approachable yet professional legal guidance. Our team of experienced corporate and commercial lawyers is committed to providing you with responsive and professional attention to address your business needs across a vast range of corporate matters.
From IT to IP, franchising to employment law — our cost-effective, on-demand solutions are designed to empower your business and provide the reassurance, security, and strategic support you need to achieve your goals.
Ready to enjoy the reassurance of an unmatched corporate legal expert on your side? Whether you need a large or small business lawyer — schedule a consultation with CH-Earnest today and let our team guide you with confidence.