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Robbie Koorey
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We chose Lawbase to manage our conveyancing. From start to finish Catherine and Maddi were exceptional. They were professional, thorough, highly organised, and communicated clearly at every stage of the process. Being overseas at the time, I was initially concerned about managing everything remotely; however, their communication and attention to detail were so consistent that it genuinely felt like I was right there. They were patient, responsive, and guided us seamlessly through the entire transfer, providing confidence and peace of mind throughout what can often be a stressful process. Their commitment and professionalism made it incredibly easy to deal. Based on my experience I can't recommend them enough!
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Wennie Tseng
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I engaged Lawbase to draft an IP Assignment Deed for my small business and couldn't have asked for a smoother experience. The team was approachable, clear in their communication and resolved my matter quickly and on time. A special thanks to Maddi and Catherine, who were both a pleasure to work with. I'll definitely be reaching out to Lawbase again for any future legal needs and would happily recommend them to others!
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Amy Birrell
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Catherine and Maddi at Lawbase were fantastic to work with, handling our conveyancing. They were on top of everything from day one, kept us in the loop the whole way through, and explained things clearly without ever overcomplicating. They made what can be a pretty stressful process feel smooth and under control, which we really appreciated. You can tell they genuinely know their stuff and care about getting it right. Would absolutely recommend Lawbase to anyone, we felt very well looked after.
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George Mooshi
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I have engaged Lawbase across a number of matters over the years. Each time the experience with the team is professional, insightful and supportive. Highly recommended.
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Warren Coxall
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Our agency has worked with Lawbase on multiple occasions for employment law advice and contract development, and they’ve consistently delivered. The team is professional, responsive, and incredibly efficient — exactly what you need when dealing with legal matters. Highly recommend Lawbase to any business looking for reliable, commercial legal support.
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Connor Reilly
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Incredible experience with the team and in particular Maddi, easy to deal with every step of the way and made things that aren’t simple understandable. Would recommend to anyone and use again and again. Thanks
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Kerri Mackenzie
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Catherine and Maddison have supported us through multiple property purchases and sales over the years. The most recent being our family home which included complex advice and bespoke contract requirements. Every interaction is highly professional, timely and accurate. They have both demonstrated the ability to foresee outcomes before they have occurred, positioning us in the best way. Highly recommend.
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Ronika Alves
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Thank you so much Catherine Higgins, Maddison Crawford and the entire Lawbase team! I can truly testify that you were all amazing from the very first intro call right through to post-settlement. You meticulously reviewed every document, took the time to explain legal terms, risks, and obligations in a way I could actually understand, and gave me genuinely honest advice throughout. I felt so supported every step of the way. What really stood out was how prompt and responsive you were in all communications — even over the December holidays! That level of dedication means so much when you're navigating something as significant as acquiring a business and a lease for the first time. I couldn't recommend Lawbase enough to anyone considering buying a business. Having the right legal team behind you truly makes all the difference!
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Darren Nguyen
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We are fortunately had a chance to work with Catherine and Maddi at Lawbase! They were so responsive and professional in approaching the client’s requirements as well as came up with resolutions in a timely manner. We are totally satisfy and highly recommend Lawbase for any businesses who are looking for a professional legal advisor!
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Ben
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Catherine and Maddison assisted me with the sale of my small business and were excellent throughout the entire process. They took a pragmatic, commercial approach and explained everything clearly, which made what could have been a very stressful experience feel manageable and straightforward. I always felt well supported and confident in the advice I was receiving. I wouldn’t hesitate to use Lawbase again in the future.
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We provide timely, practical and affordable commercial law services so you can get on with business.



Starting a business

When starting a business, taking care of your legals can seem like the least important thing. However, not setting up your business properly at the start can end up costing you more down the track.

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Commercial leases

Commercial leases create legal obligations between a landlord and tenant. Whether it is a retail lease, commercial lease, licence or sublease, a commercial lease will likely be the most important and expensive commitment for your business.

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Data & privacy

From a commercial perspective, one company may possess the personal information of millions of customers. It is increasingly important this data is kept private and secure, so each customer’s identity stays protected and the company’s reputation, untarnished.

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Trademarks

Trademark registration grants you the exclusive right to use your mark as your identifying brand. Talk to one of our trademark lawyers today about protecting your intellectual property.

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Getting finance

At some point in your business journey, you may need to obtain finance to grow the business. There are various ways to do this including by borrowing money through a loan, raising equity from investors or a combination of these.

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Online business

To ensure the success of your online business, it is important to have a privacy policy, website terms of use, sale terms and conditions or a client agreement depending on whether your business sells a product or provides a service.

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Award Winning

LawBase is proud to be recognised as a winner at the 2026 Australian Women’s Small Business Champion Awards. This national recognition reflects our commitment to providing practical, commercially focused legal advice and genuinely personal service to Australian business owners and founders.

Fixed fee legal packages for Australian SMEs

We’re a boutique commercial law firm that provides closely managed, tailored, end to end commercial law services.



Shareholders Agreement Package

Get your shareholder agreement sorted. Most founder disputes don’t start with bad intent, they start with unclear agreements.

  • Built for founder-led SMEs with 1–5 shareholders
  • Avoid the problems that break businesses
  • Fixed Fee: $3,500 AUD + GST
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Employment Contracts Package

Get your employment contracts sorted and avoid problems before they arise. Built for SMEs hiring or growing teams.

  • Built for SMEs hiring or growing teams
  • Avoid problems before they arise
  • Fixed Fee: $1,200 AUD + GST
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Website Legal Package

Get your website legals sorted and avoid risks that can slow or stop your business. Built for Australian online businesses.

  • Designed for Australian online businesses
  • Clear, compliant legal documents for your website
  • Fixed Fee: $1,500 AUD + GST
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Why LawBase?

We’re a boutique commercial law firm that provides closely managed, tailored, end to end commercial law services.



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Forget the hassle of meeting with us face to face. We use technology to come to you wherever you are in Australia.



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We are driven to provide commercial legal advice to business owners and entrepreneurs.



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Timely and always engaged, you’ll never get lost in our system



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Guides & Freebies

Business Purchase Due Diligence Checklist

This checklist notes some of the common items that should be considered and reviewed before making a decision to buy a business.

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Terms & Conditions Template for your Website

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Employment Small Business

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Business Structuring Corporations Startups

Does Your Business Structure Still Fit? Updating Your Legal Structure for Growth

As your business grows, your legal structure may need to change. Learn when to review your structure, protect assets and prepare for future growth.

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Startups

What Founders Really Need From Their Lawyer

Founders need more than legal answers. Learn why commercially focused legal advice helps business owners manage risk and make better decisions.

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Business Sale and Purchase

Preparing Your Business for Due Diligence: What Buyers Want to See

Selling your business? Learn what buyers look for during due diligence, including contracts, IP, employees, records, compliance and hidden risks.

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Employment

Do Small Businesses Need Employment Contracts?

Small businesses should use written employment contracts to clarify roles, pay, entitlements, confidentiality, IP ownership and termination rights.

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Corporations Startups

Bringing On Investors? Read This First

Bringing on investors can help your business grow, but it can also affect ownership, control and decision-making. Learn the key legal issues to consider.

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LawBase Membership

Our membership is like having an in-house lawyer at your fingertips but without the cost of an in-house lawyer.

Prices from $349/mo

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