Business Law
Whether you’re launching a startup, expanding through acquisition, protecting your intellectual property, or managing day-to-day commercial operations, our team delivers practical, strategic advice across every stage of your business journey. We advise clients on a wide rnage of commercial matters and our expertise spans technology and IP law, privacy compliance, property transactions and shareholder agreements. With a clear focus on risk management and commercial outcomes, we help you navigate complexity with confidence.
Franchisors
Commercial Leases
Partnership, Shareholder & Unit Holder Agreements
Terms of Trade
Publications
Dispute Resolution
At Michael Paterson & Associates, we understand that some disputes are inevitable and may lead to litigation. When that happens, our team is well placed to run the case. Whether you are an individual or a company, we can help you navigate your way through the litigation maze, but also endeavour to resolve your dispute without having to go to trial.
We also provide tailored support in debt recovery matters, recognising that cash flow is critical to your business success. Whether you’re chasing overdue accounts, enforcing a judgment, or simply need help preparing the right paperwork, we offer clear, effective options to help you take control and protect your bottom line.
Wills and Estates
You’ve worked hard to build and protect your wealth—estate planning ensures that your assets are passed on according to your wishes, not left to chance. At Michael Paterson & Associates, we help you take control of the future with tailored solutions for Wills, powers of attorney, guardianship appointments, and other key estate planning documents. We take the time to explain your options clearly and structure your affairs to maximise the value of your estate, minimise unnecessary tax, and provide certainty for your loved ones.
We also assist executors and family members with probate and estate administration. If you’re navigating the legal and practical complexities following the death of a loved one, our team is here to guide and support you through every step, with care and efficiency.
Notarial Services
A Notary Public plays a crucial role in authenticating documents for international use. At Michael Paterson & Associates, we provide notarial services including witnessing signatures, preparing notarial certificates, and certifying true copies of original documents.
One of the most common tasks is certifying copies as true copies of originals. While this is usually straightforward, challenges can arise where the “original” exists only in electronic form—such as a PDF document. In such cases, we carefully word the notarial certificate to reflect the circumstances, ensuring it meets the relevant legal and practical requirements.
Our notarial services are prompt, precise, and tailored to meet the requirements of foreign jurisdictions, whether for personal, corporate, or legal purposes.
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Document Notarisation