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As a fellow business owner, I understand you don't care about legal technicalities - you just want to protect and grow your business. That is what we want too.

I founded Taurus Legal Management to free business owners from risky transactions and stressful disputes. Let us do what we do best, so you can do what you do best.

Our clients always have a lawyer they can trust in their corner.

If you partner with us, I guarantee we will deliver on our promises and treat your business like it was our own.

Alex Martin
Founder

Our people

We are commercial lawyers dedicated to supporting business owners.

We work closely with decision-makers and take the time to understand each client’s goals, tailoring our advice to align with their strategic direction.

We treat your business as if it were our own—prioritising practical, commercial decisions that protect your brand and reputation.

Our team brings deep expertise across all areas of business law. Whether it’s negotiating an early settlement to avoid costly litigation or drafting governance documents that minimise risk, we are committed to achieving the best possible outcome for your business.

Meet our expert team below.

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Our business lawyers can help you with...

Commercial Law

We are business people as much as we are lawyers. We will take care of the legal documents so you can confidently run your business.
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Corporate Transactions

Navigating the complexities of corporate transactions requires strategic insight and meticulous attention to detail. Our team advises on all aspects of mergers, acquisitions, disposals, restructures, and joint ventures, ensuring your business objectives are achieved efficiently and with minimal risk.
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Dispute Resolution

Having resolved over 6,500 disputes for business owners, we have seen it all before.
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Employment & Safety

The biggest challenge for any business owner, is managing their employees. A difficult employee can make you question why you got into business in the first place and be toxic to your team morale.
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Property & Construction

Property is the key most wealth in Australia. Whether you are buying, selling, leasing or developing property, you need a lawyer you can count on.
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Family Law

At Taurus Legal Management we understand the unique challenges clients encounter during family disputes, especially when children are involved. Our family lawyers specialise in handling high-asset cases with a focus on protecting clients wealth, securing their family's future, and safeguarding the best interests of their children.
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Wills and Estates

At Taurus Legal Management, we understand the importance of planning for you and your family’s future. Our experienced team are dedicated to providing comprehensive wills and estates services, to ensure that your wishes are respected, and your loved ones are protected.
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Resources

A Simple Guide to Shareholders’ Agreements

23/06/2025

A well-drafted Shareholders’ Agreement is more than just a legal document — it’s a blueprint for long-term success and harmony...

Market Trends in the Use of SAFEs

20/05/2025

Convertible instruments, particularly Simple Agreements for Future Equity (SAFEs), have become popular tools in early-stage financing. These instruments offer flexibility...

Understanding Legal Due Diligence

Legal due diligence is a critical process in significant business transactions, such as mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and capital-raising transactions....

Understanding the Difference Between Ordinary Shares and Preference Shares in Australia

When issuing shares to investors, companies often grapple with the decision to issue ordinary shares or preference shares. While issuing...

Do I Need a Term Sheet for My Transaction?

When commencing a business transaction – whether an investment, acquisition, joint venture, or major commercial agreement – one of the...

Important Factors to Consider When Navigating Debt Funding

Debt funding can be an essential tool for companies seeking to finance projects, expand their operations, or manage cash flow....

Key Considerations When Structuring a Business Sale or Purchase

Structuring the sale or purchase of a business is critical, as it impacts financial outcomes, tax implications, and the allocation...

How Private Companies Raise Equity Capital in Australia

Raising capital is a common strategy used by private companies to scale their operations, develop new products, and strengthen their...

What Are Pre-Emptive Rights?

16/05/2025

When investing in or managing a company, understanding shareholder rights is crucial. One such right is the pre-emptive right. These...

What if I think the Will Maker was not of sound mind when making their Will?

30/01/2025

If you believe that the will maker (testator) was not of sound mind when they made their will, you may...

What happens to my Superannuation if I do not nominate a Beneficiary?

If you do not nominate a beneficiary for your superannuation, the distribution of your superannuation benefits upon your death will...

What do i do if I’ve been left out of a Will?

If you have been left out of a will and believe you should have been included, you may have the...

Who is entitled to make a Claim against an Estate?

In Victoria, several parties may be entitled to make a claim against an estate. These claims are typically made under...

Obligations as an Executor of a Will

The role of an executor of a will is a significant responsibility, involving various legal and administrative duties to ensure...

Who can Witness my Will and Powers of Attorney?

In Victoria, the requirements for witnessing a will and powers of attorney are distinct, and it's important to adhere to...

The Importance of Having a Will

Having a will is a crucial aspect of estate planning, ensuring that your assets are distributed according to your wishes...

Victoria’s Security of Payment Act: Government’s endorsement of recommended changes set to impact the construction industry

25/11/2024

In October 2024, the Victorian Government released its response to a Parliamentary Inquiry into employers and contractors who refuse to...

Are You Aware Of Your Directors’ Duties?

23/09/2024

A common question we are asked by business owners is: When am I...

Employee’s Right To Disconnect Has Commenced

26/08/2024

From today, 26 August 2024, if you employ 15 employees or more, your employees now have the right to disconnect...

Commercial and Industrial Property Tax from 1 July 2024

23/07/2024

Last year, the 2023 Victorian State Government Budget was released, introducing changes to the land tax system to transition from...

Unfair Dismissal Success for Employee who Violated Office Mandate

06/05/2024

In one of the first cases to consider return to work directions, the Fair Work Commission has found that an...

The Need to Engage with Director Penalty Notices

08/04/2024

Corporations are separate legal entities to their directors, meaning that the owners enjoy the benefit of not being liable for...

Importance of ‘Tuning’ into the Franchising Code of Conduct

25/03/2024

‘Contempt of Court’ relates to being disobedient or disrespectful toward a Court of law, usually by way of ignoring or...

New Privacy Laws Coming: You Need To Be Prepared

05/03/2024

It is no secret that fraud, scams and many other cybercrimes are rapidly growing each day, and privacy and cyber...

Business Owners Be Prepared: New Right For Employees To Disconnect

15/02/2024

Employees will shortly have the right to disconnect from their workplace - out of hours. The Right to Disconnect Bill...

KFC V HFC: Fried Chicken Trademark Cook-Off

05/02/2024

KFC V HFC: Fried Chicken Trademark Cook-Off KFC has recently challenged Grill’d, arguing that the wording of their new “HFC”...

Fixed Term Employment Contracts: New Rules Commencing Now

13/12/2023

As of 6 December 2023, employers must now provide any employee engaged under a new fixed term contract, a copy...

No Deal for Mercedes Benz Dealers

04/12/2023

The Federal Court recently handed down a judgment which will likely change the way new cars are sold in Australia...

Rental Default Notices: The importance of getting them right

06/11/2023

From tenants failing to make their rental payments to landlords failing to maintain the upkeep of the premises, there are...

Reminder: Remove Unfair Terms from Your Contracts

18/10/2023

Beware of the new changes to the unfair contract terms (UCT) regime which will take effect from 9 November 2023....

Victorian Short-Stay Rental Tax To Hit From 2025

04/10/2023

The Victorian Government has announced that it will introduce a levy to properties listed on short-stay rental platforms such as...

I Want To Work From Home. Can My Employer Stop Me?

07/09/2023

Following the Covid19 pandemic, many individuals have become accustomed to the lifestyle that comes with work from home. For those...

Dodgy Builders Leaving Home Owners Suffering

Many home owners in Victoria are losing life savings due to dodgy builders walking off the job - mid construction....

I Have Been Served – Now What? (Family Law)

06/09/2023

Receiving a family law application can be a daunting experience, but it's crucial to approach the situation calmly and strategically....

What Happens If You Delay Your Family Law Matters?

05/09/2023

In the intricate tapestry of family law, property disputes form a significant thread, often weaving complexities that demand resolution. As...

The Mediation Process: What Can I Expect?

Mediation shines as a beacon of hope amidst often emotionally charged disputes. In an effort to foster amicable resolutions and...

Paramountcy Of Your Child’s Best Interests In Family Law

In the realm of family law, the concept of the best interests of the child principle stands as a guiding...

Property Settlements: What Are The Steps Involved?

Property settlements: are you unsure about the actual process involved? Below is a simple breakdown of the steps. Identifying Assets...

How Is The Asset Split Determined?

Property settlements are a crucial aspect of family law, as they play a pivotal role in ensuring a fair distribution...

Are You Eligible for Spousal Maintenance?

In the realm of family law in Australia, the concept of spousal maintenance often surfaces during divorce or separation proceedings....

Do I Stay or Leave the Matrimonial Property?

When a relationship ends and the prospect of dividing assets arises, one of the most significant decisions individuals face is...

Navigating Time Limits in Family Law Property Matters

01/09/2023

It is crucial to dispel a common misconception: there is no strict time limit set by law for resolving family...

What You Can Do Now To Save Time On Your Property Settlement

As part of any property settlement, even when you are amicable, you will need to agree on what forms part...

How To Maximise Your Family Law Property Settlement

09/08/2023

How To Maximise Your Family Law Property Settlement Are you going through a complex family law property settlement and feeling...

Simple Errors in Bankruptcy Notices Can Lead to Disastrous Consequences

10/07/2023

Simple Errors in Bankruptcy Notices Can Lead to Disastrous Consequences Those familiar with Court proceedings under the Bankruptcy Act 1966...

Significant Changes To Land Tax And Stamp Duty In 2024

19/06/2023

The 2023 Victorian State Government Budget has been released, and there are some noteworthy changes to the land tax system...

Franchisors Risk 100% Liability for their Franchisees

15/05/2023

Did you know that a franchisor could potentially be liable for the conduct of its franchisee? This exact question is...

Celebrities Can Infringe Your Intellectual Property Too

03/05/2023

IP infringements are incredibly common and affect everyone, from small businesses to large corporations. However, the effects of IP infringement...

Can I Recover My Legal Costs If I Win My Case?

24/04/2023

So, you are considering issuing legal proceedings, have received a cost estimate from your lawyer, and want to know whether...

What is the “Duty of Utmost Good Faith” in Insurance Contracts?

13/02/2023

The “duty of the utmost good faith” (duty) is a principle that automatically applies to a contract for insurance. The...

The Fair Work Commission has changed the Professional Employees Award 2020. How does it impact employers?

06/02/2023

The Fair Work Commission has changed the Professional Employees Award 2020. How does it impact employers? On 20 January 2023,...

Container Shipping: Demurrage and Detention Charges

23/01/2023

If your business is involved in container shipping, it’s likely that you have heard of “demurrage” and “detention" charges. This...

No More Salary Secrets – Amendments to the Fair Work Legislation

On 6 December 2022, the Federal Government passed the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Secure Jobs, Better Pay) Bill 2022 (Cth). This...

Restraints of Trade in the Fitness Industry – what you need to know (our article recently published in FITREC)

12/12/2022

Did you know that employment and contractor agreements can impact Trainers long after they have changed jobs? Trainers are often...

A Step Forward – More Protection For LGBTIQ+ Community From Religious Exceptions

05/12/2022

The Victorian Government recently amended the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic) to better protect Victorian’s in the LGBTIQ+ community from...

How to Negotiate Payment Terms

31/10/2022

Payment terms are common for all businesses, whether you are the buyer or the seller. Getting them right is critical....

Employers now Responsible for Eliminating Sex Discrimination

24/10/2022

There are major changes expected to workplace sex discrimination law. The government is currently debating a bill, which if passed,...

What Builders and Business Owners can Learn from the Collapse of Langford Jones Homes

17/10/2022

Langford Jones Homes is one of many builders to enter into liquidation. With the increased cost of materials and late...

I want to end my business partnership, what can I do?

12/10/2022

When a business partnership goes south, it may be time to remove the partner from your business … but there...

How to become a human lie detector – understanding the science of deception (our article recently published in Flying Solo Micro Business Community)

05/10/2022

How to become a human lie detector – understanding the science of deception The business world has no shortage of...

How To Get Your Defective Home Fixed

22/08/2022

How To Get Your Defective Home Fixed It's no secret that there have been delays and price increases for building...

Formal Mediation with a Trained Mediator is More Effective in Dispute Resolution

20/06/2022

Formal Mediation with a Trained Mediator is More Effective in Dispute Resolution Formal mediation is a mediation conducted by a...

An Offer You CAN Refuse – Increasing Travel Time UNREASONABLE

07/06/2022

An Offer You CAN Refuse – Increasing Travel Time Held to be an UNREASONABLE Offer of Redeployment The Fair Work...

Are you being scammed? Here’s how to spot fraud in your business

03/06/2022

Alex recently had an article published by SmartCompany on how to spot possible fraud in your business which is vital...

How To Restrict The Movements And Lending Capacity Of Your Debtors

01/06/2022

How To Restrict The Movements And Lending Capacity Of Your Debtors Join our very own Erin Prout as she provides...

Unionising Gig Economy Workers – The New Frontier in Industrial Relations

30/05/2022

Unionising Gig Economy Workers – The New Frontier in Industrial Relations Changes to the gig economy and workers’ rights are...

Airing Hollywood’s dirty laundry on a VERY public screen – can a good reputation ever be clawed back from a defamation case?

11/05/2022

Airing Hollywood’s dirty laundry on a VERY public screen – can a good reputation ever be clawed back from a...

How To Restrict the Lending Capacity of Your Debtors

27/04/2022

How To Restrict the Lending Capacity of Your Debtors There is nothing worse than seeing someone living it up when...

How to track down someone who owes you money

11/04/2022

How to track down someone who owes you money It’s common for people who owe money to disappear, or relocate,...

Personal Liabilities of Business Owners

28/03/2022

Personal Liabilities of Business Owners A common misunderstanding in business is that business owners or directors are liable for all...

How to Know Whether You Need a Lawyer or a Conveyancer?

15/03/2022

How to Know Whether You Need a Lawyer or a Conveyancer? Transactions of home ownership, known as conveyancing, is an...

When your customer can’t pay – No Bull Legal Tips for Business Owners

10/03/2022

The recent collapse of Probuild is a shocking example of how even the biggest companies can go into liquidation and...

30 year “gig” upheld by High Court as contractor and not employee

07/03/2022

30 year “gig” upheld by High Court as contractor and not employee A recent decision by the High Court of...

Engaging A Lawyer

03/03/2022

Engaging a lawyer for the first time can seem daunting. What to say, where to start? Here Alex shares some...

Urgent business disputes and injunctions

01/03/2022

Urgent business dispute and injunctions How do you resolve an urgent legal dispute? While court proceedings may take months (even...

The Decision to Litigate – No Bull Legal Tips for Business Owners

23/02/2022

When should you litigate? The answer depends on: 1. How important is resolving the dispute to you? 2. What are...

If I Receive A Letter of Demand, Do I Have To Pay?

16/02/2022

If I Receive A Letter of Demand, Do I Have To Pay? Usually, a creditor will send a letter of...

I Don’t Have a Written Agreement: Can I Still Make My Customer Pay?

07/02/2022

I Don’t Have a Written Agreement: Can I Still Make My Customer Pay? The short answer to this question is…...

How to Speed Up Payment

31/01/2022

How to Speed Up Payment Cash flow is key to the success of every business but it can often be...

Tell-Tale Signs Someone Is Lying

25/01/2022

Tell-Tale Signs Someone Is Lying Humans are naturally bad liars and there's scientifically proven ways to tell if someone is...

Essential Terms to Make Your Business Successful

17/01/2022

Essential Terms to Make Your Business Successful The terms and conditions that your customers agree to may sometimes be overlooked,...

I don’t have a written agreement: can I still make my customer pay?

20/12/2021

I don’t have a written agreement: can I still make my customer pay? The short answer to this question is…...

Don’t Lie to Your Customers About Refunds

13/12/2021

Don’t Lie to Your Customers About Refunds The ACCC has issued legal proceedings in the Federal Court of Australia against...

Can I recover my costs if I win my case?

09/12/2021

Can I recover my costs if I win my case? If you win your case, who pays the legal costs?...

Defamation Apology to Grant Denyer

07/12/2021

Defamation Apology to Grant Denyer In recent years, there has been an increase in celebrities bringing claims against tabloid magazines...

Won your court case? Who pays the legal costs? – No Bull Legal Tips for Business Owners

02/12/2021

If you win your case, who pays the legal costs? There is a principle in law that the losing party...

Employment Restraint Clauses

30/11/2021

Employment Restraint Clauses Your customers and your data are usually the most valuable part of your business. So how do...

My business has been defamed on social media: can I force them to remove it?

29/11/2021

My business has been defamed on social media: can I force them to remove it? Testimonials can be a great...

Can I stop my old employees poaching my customers?

26/11/2021

Employment restraints are how you stop your team poaching your customers, stealing your data or competing with your business. Your...

Getting Paid on Time

23/11/2021

Getting Paid on Time Do you struggle to get all your customers to pay you in full and on time? ...

Making the Most of Mediation

22/11/2021

Making the Most of Mediation With a settlement success rate of 85%, it makes sense that the courts order mediation...

What are my obligations as a business owner for employees returning to work?

21/11/2021

Business owners will be liable for covid cases contracted at work. So as we return to the office we will...

How To Avoid Disputes With Your Business Partner

16/11/2021

How To Avoid Disputes With Your Business Partner Do you have concerns about the conduct of your business partner? Are...

Illegal Direct Debits during COVID Lockdowns

15/11/2021

Illegal Direct Debits during COVID Lockdowns Have your direct debits continued throughout the COVID lockdowns? We have been inundated with...

Buyer Beware: What to Look Out for In a Contract of Sale

10/11/2021

Buyer Beware: What to Look Out for In a Contract of Sale Buying a property can be a daunting experience....

Help! I’ve been Served

04/11/2021

Help! I’ve been Served Being served is not a pleasant experience. Often, a process server will show up at your...

Dramatic Increase in Penalties for Unfair Contract Terms

26/10/2021

Dramatic Increase in Penalties for Unfair Contract Terms Beware of unfair contract terms in your terms and conditions. Recent proposed...

Mandatory Vaccinations in Aged Care – the Kimber-v-Sapphire Coast Community Aged Care Ltd Decision

07/10/2021

Mandatory Vaccinations in Aged Care - the Kimber-v-Sapphire Coast Community Aged Care Ltd Decision The Fair Work Commission has handed...

Mandatory Vaccinations in the Workplace Update

06/10/2021

Mandatory Vaccinations in the Workplace Update The landscape on mandatory vaccinations in the workplace is changing rapidly. In this vlog...

Dismissals Held Lawful for Anti-Vaxxer

01/10/2021

Dismissals Held Lawful for Anti-Vaxxer The Fair Work Commission has just handed down a landmark decision that confirms it is...

Workplace Termination, Now a $5.2 million Claim

27/09/2021

Workplace Termination, Now a $5.2 million Claim The Federal Court has recently overturned the decision to award $5.2 million to...

Construction Industry to Shut Down for 2 Weeks after Vaccinations made Compulsory

21/09/2021

Construction Industry to Shut Down for 2 Weeks after Vaccinations made Compulsory The Victorian government has just announced a sudden...

The “Rusty Krab” Tries to Sidestep Trademark Infringement

20/09/2021

The “Rusty Krab” Tries to Sidestep Trademark Infringement The parent company of Nickelodeon, Viacom, has sued a bar in Houston...

A Court or Tribunal: Make a Strategic Choice

10/09/2021

A Court or Tribunal: Make a Strategic Choice One of the secrets to litigation success is making smart and informed...

Take it or Leave It – Your Obligations to Provide a Refund

03/09/2021

Take it or Leave It – Your Obligations to Provide a Refund Avoid getting in trouble with Consumer Affairs and...

How to Vigorously Defend a Court Proceeding

27/08/2021

How to Vigorously Defend a Court Proceeding If you are served with court documents, you must act quickly. This is...

No Jab, No Job – An Update on Mandatory Vaccines in the Workplace

19/08/2021

No Jab, No Job – An Update on Mandatory Vaccines in the Workplace Since our last article on vaccinations (which...

$5,000,000 Punishment for Misleading and Deceptive Conduct Despite No Proven Harm

16/08/2021

$5,000,000 Punishment for Misleading and Deceptive Conduct Despite No Proven Harm Well-known activewear brand Lorna Jane has recently faced the...

Education Provider Fined $250,000 for Illegitimate Enrolments

06/08/2021

Education Provider Fined $250,000 for Illegitimate Enrolments An education provider, Captain Cook College, has recently faced the Federal Court for...

Independent Contractor vs Employee – The Risks, Benefits and Importance of Getting it Right

30/07/2021

Independent Contractor vs Employee – The Risks, Benefits and Importance of Getting it Right The industry has long assumed that...

Are COVID-19 vaccinations mandatory in the workplace?

23/07/2021

Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccinations in the Workplace – Your Questions Answered The law on whether COVID-19 vaccinations are compulsory in workplaces,...

The Big “B” (Bankruptcy) – The Strategic Side of Bankruptcy

09/07/2021

The Strategic Side of Bankruptcy If you are owed money, or (even better) before you advance the money in the...

Bought something online that didn’t quite live up to your expectation?

25/06/2021

Bought something online that didn’t quite live up to your expectation? Have you bought goods from an online auction platform...

How to Terminate a Contract of Sale of Land

17/06/2021

How to Terminate a Contract of Sale of Land Have you just signed a contract of sale to purchase land?...

Federal Court Stops An Employee From Defecting To A Competitor

11/06/2021

Federal Court Stops An Employee From Defecting To A Competitor A team leader at finance company, Liberty Financial, was prevented...

Is Independent Contracting Dead?

04/06/2021

Is Independent Contracting Dead? The Fair Work Commission has ruled that a Deliveroo rider is an employee not an independent...

The Latest Sting in Underpayments

28/05/2021

The Latest Sting in Underpayments The Federal Circuit Court of Australia has ordered Chatime Cinema, along with its two directors,...

Significant Monetary Caps to Cut Down Defamation Cases

21/05/2021

Significant Monetary Caps to Cut Down Defamation Cases New defamation laws have been passed in Victoria and are set to...

Are you walking away from half a million dollars profit? How to recover your small Debts.

14/05/2021

Are you walking away from half a million dollars profit? How to recover your small Debts? It is not worth...

The Winner in Court Still Has to Pay Legal Costs

30/04/2021

The Winner in Court Still Has to Pay Legal Costs You may have heard that if you win your Court...

Stop Spamming Customers or Face a Fine of $310,000

23/04/2021

Stop Spamming Customers or Face a Fine of $310,000 Online shopping giant, Kogan, has been fined $310,000 for repeated breaches...

ACCC Slams Funeral Homes for Misinforming Customers about their True Ownership

16/04/2021

ACCC Slams Funeral Homes for Misinforming Customers about their True Ownership The ACCC have issued civil penalties totalling $25,200 to...

Taking Advantage Of Minority Shareholders Can Land You In Hot Water

08/04/2021

Taking Advantage Of Minority Shareholders Can Land You In Hot Water We recently secured a $1.5 million dollar compensation payout...

New Rental Laws – Updates Landlords and Tenants Need to Know

29/03/2021

New Rental Laws – Updates Landlords and Tenants Need to Know Changes to residential tenancies are set to come into...

COVID-19 & Contracts – Can I Delay Delivery or Terminate?

12/11/2020

COVID-19 & Contracts - Can I Delay Delivery or Terminate? If your business has been impacted by COVID-19, you will...

Shareholder Disputes – When Business Owners Fall Out

22/10/2020

Shareholder Disputes - When Business Owners Fall Out Most businesses are started by friends or family co-operating to build a...

Redundancy

12/10/2020

Redundancy Is it a redundancy? Or is it termination for poor performance? It is important you understand the differences when...

COVID-19 Leasing Regulations – the latest from the Supreme Court

25/09/2020

COVID-19 Leasing Regulations - the latest from the Supreme Court The new COVID-19 leasing regulations set out the general principles...

Commercial Rent Relief During COVID-19

24/07/2020

Commercial Rent Relief During COVID-19 The COVID-19 pandemic has affected both landlords and tenants. While you are probably aware of...

COVID-19: How Employers can Manage Staff and Reduce Costs

01/05/2020

COVID-19: How Employers can Manage Staff and Reduce Costs During COVID-19 it is difficult for employers to make decisions about...

Temporary Stay On Rental Evictions

09/04/2020

Temporary Stay on Rental Evictions Whilst legislation has not yet been passed, the Government has announced a temporary stay on...

Recovering Your Debts In Uncertain Times

02/04/2020

Recovering Your Debts In Uncertain Times During COVID-19 it may be difficult for businesses and individuals to pay their debts...

Business & Commercial Law

13/03/2020

Business & Commercial Law Protecting your brand is not only about trademarks. How you deal with your customers and govern...

Business Health Check

28/02/2020

Business Health Check Business is about maximising opportunities and controlling risk. While entrepreneurs often focus on opportunities and mature businesses...

Legal Business Risk Management

24/01/2020

Legal Business Risk Management Organisations should review their legal business risk management plan yearly. In our latest video, Alex Martin...

Personal Liabilities

04/10/2019

Personal Liabilities When starting a business venture, it's important to seek legal advice to protect yourself against personal guarantees, tax...

Disputes Between Business Owners

20/09/2019

How to Avoid Disputes Between Business Owners Most businesses have more than one owner. While there are many upsides to...

Is It Necessary To Trademark Similar or Misspelt Names To That Of Your Business?

28/08/2019

Misspelt Trademark The Chinese technology giant Huawei Technologies Co Ltd has applied to register trademarks which contain spelling errors of...

Recent High Court Decision on Free Speech

08/08/2019

Public Servant Loses Landmark Free Speech Case in the High Court When can an employer fire an employee over what...

Dismissing an Employee for Intoxication

19/07/2019

We often get asked how an employer can terminate an employee and whether the termination has breached the fair work...

Credit Management & Debt Recovery

21/06/2019

Credit Management & Debt Recovery When running a business, it is important to have effective credit management practices in place....

Employment Law

13/05/2019

Employment Law In our latest vlog, Alex Martin, discusses employment law topics such as when employment solicitors is needed over...

Surveillance in the Workplace

03/05/2019

With technology in business and our everyday lives increasing at a rapid pace, employers conducting surveillance in the workplace is...

Genuine Redundancy & Unfair Dismissal

18/04/2019

Wrongful Termination vs Unfair Dismissal This video follows on from our recent article entitled "Wrongful Termination vs Unfair Dismissal" (posted...

Wrongful Termination vs Unfair Dismissal

12/04/2019

The recent dismissal of ABC’s managing director, Michelle Guthrie, half-way through her 5-year term has increased the attention surrounding the...

Cancelling a Contract of Sale in Victoria – Your Rights and Remedies

02/04/2019

When a reside Cancelling a Contract ntial property is sold and a contract of sale is signed, the vendor is...

Caveats & Mortgages

25/03/2019

Caveats and Mortgages We all know what a mortgage on title is as the majority of us own property and...

Dangers of Off-the-plan Contracts

15/03/2019

Buying a property off the plan is an increasingly popular choice for many buyers who want to purchase a brand-new...

Leases

22/02/2019

In our latest vlog our Director, Alex Martin, discusses how Taurus Legal Management can assist you with your lease. We...

Leasing Updates in 2019

13/02/2019

2019 marks major changes in the law for leasing. In particular, short-stay tenancies, such as those on Airbnb, will be...

Voluntary Administration vs Insolvency

22/11/2018

What is Insolvency? If a business can’t pay its debts on time, it comes under insolvency. Continuing to trade while...

What you need to know when starting a business

15/11/2018

The following checklist sets out some issues and questions you should consider when you are starting a business according to...

Meet Jodie

16/10/2018

Meet Jodie, Executive Assistant and Office Manager at Taurus Legal Management. We don't know where we'd be without her! ...

New Rights for Casual Workers

On 1 October 2018, our employment solicitors informed a new casual workers Ruling came into force and was inserted into...

How do I choose my business structure?

12/10/2018

If you're thinking of starting a business, you’ll need to look at the advantages and disadvantages of each business structure...

Meet Erin

01/10/2018

Meet Erin. Beginning her career in Employment Law, Erin knew she wanted to broaden her horizons and branch out into...

Meet Alex Martin

19/09/2018

Meet Alex Martin Over the next few weeks, we will be introducing our team and our services in a series...

What to do if your Trademark is being Infringed

17/09/2018

When is a Trademark Infringed? Under the Trade Marks Act 1995 (Cth) (Act), when you register a trademark you are...

How to Tell if Your Trademark is Distinctive

10/09/2018

The most important asset of your business is its brand. No matter how good your goods or services are, your...

Recovering Debts from Individuals vs Companies

21/08/2018

In business, if you don’t get paid, you don’t survive. There is a lot you can do to improve your...

How to Eliminate Debts Owed to Your Company

10/08/2018

We often act for clients in recovering debts owed to their company. While our business lawyers in Melbourne encourage our...

Are you Handing Out Redundancy Pay for No Reason?

23/07/2018

Employers often struggle managing employees who fail to reach their performance benchmarks or have poor relationships with their colleagues. Rather...

Understanding Your Restraint of Trade

04/07/2018

Did you know that employment contracts can stop employees from working for competitors, even after they have resigned? A properly...

Leasing vs Buying Commercial Property: What is Best for my Business?

19/06/2018

Every business needs a premises. Is it best to purchase that premises or to rent it? Good question. The answer...

Commercial Leasing Do’s & Dont’s

15/06/2018

Almost every business has at least one lease. Leasing is a major overhead often not very well understood by business...

Commercial Lease vs Retail Lease

24/05/2018

Do you know if your business has a commercial lease or a retail lease? Were you aware there is a...

Business Names vs Trade Mark Registration. What is more effective?

11/05/2018

I have a registered business name so I don’t need a trade mark, right? Wrong. Registering a business name does...

Why You Need A Privacy Policy NOW

20/03/2018

Why You Need A Privacy Policy NOW Every business that turns over more than $3 million is regulated by the Privacy Act...

What You Need to Know About Selling Your Business

27/02/2018

What You Need to Know About Selling Your Business Most business owners hope to sell their businesses one day. Knowing...

7-Eleven and changes to the Fair Work Act

08/02/2018

7-Eleven and changes to the Fair Work Act Fair Work Act changes Following the record penalties of $532,000 ordered...

Third Line Forcing No Longer Per Se Prohibited

03/11/2017

On 18 October 2017, the Government passed the Competition and Consumer Amendment (Competition Policy Review) Bill 2017 (the Bill). The...

Capital Raising

17/10/2017

Capital Raising Raising capital is essential to start and grow businesses. It is also commonly used to fund the...

Protecting Vulnerable Workers Bill and the Repercussions for Franchisors

12/10/2017

On 5 September 2017, the Fair Work Amendment (Protecting Vulnerable Workers) Bill 2017 (the Bill) was passed by both houses...

Unfair Contract Terms

06/10/2017

While many businesses have a set of contract terms, it may be that some of those terms are unfair and unenforceable, potentially...

Legal Changes in the New Financial Year

04/07/2017

The new financial year marked the commencement of some legislative changes that may have the following impact: The national minimum...

Fair Work Commission Penalty Rate Decision: A Win for Employers

24/02/2017

The Fair Work Commission has handed down a decision to slash penalty rates of workers in hospitality, fast food, retail...

Protecting Valuable Trade Marks

21/09/2016

While many businesses will have trade marks, many of those trade marks are not registered with IP Australia. Registration of...

My Initial contact with Taurus Legal Management regarding litigation was with Jodie the Practice Manager. She was like a breath of fresh air to speak to regarding our matter, she was friendly, professional, and confident, and listened! Jodie put me totally at ease and gave me confidence that I had got the right Law firm.
Jodie got back to me directly after confirming with her Director that they could help us.
Artemis became our Lawyer. Once again Artemis was extremely easy to talk to and put us at ease, gave us confidence that she would do her best to achieve a good outcome, this she managed amazingly with professionalism and kept us updated as things progressed.
We are extremely happy to say she achieved a great outcome for us.
Both my husband and I cannot thank Taurus, Artemis and Jodie enough and we have absolutely NO hesitation in recommending this Legal Management firm, they are definitely the best in our eyes.
I Would like to add that we got the names of 3 Law firms from the Law Society who dealt in litigation, we contacted both as closer to our area, but the initial contact was definitely lacking so we did not go further. Taurus was completely the opposite, hence they got our business. Absolutely the best people to deal with and to help you.
Do not hesitate.This Law firm Taurus Legal Management is the best choice.

Elizaeth Bonner

Alex, Erin and Jodie from Taurus Legal have always been incredibly helpful and supportive but really we’re my pillar of strength during my recent business sale. With many personal issues happening in the background, the stakes were high to complete the sale and the team were calm, reassuring and patient with me the whole way through. I can’t thank them enough for all they have done for me over the years and highly recommend them to anyone looking for a great legal advisory team!

Alex Anasson

I’ve only had one phone call with this law firm but Jodie was amazing to talk to, very confident, professional, friendly and extremely helpful with my circumstances! She even boosted my confidence and was honest about not needing a lawyer as I would be able to tackle this situation on my own. I was very surprised by this and she made my day :) thanks so much, will be in touch :)

Nicole Vandelden
Absolutely brilliant! Alex was extremely helpful today - I was greeted on the phone in a friendly manner which made me feel so comfortable. I was in need of some Legal advice for an Employment Contract and Alex was so obliging and super helpful - Alex took the time and patience to explain the areas in question. I highly recommend Taurus Legal!

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