Commercial and Business Law Services

Practical Legal Support for NSW Businesses

At Ridge Legal, we provide clear, strategic legal advice to businesses across New South Wales — from startups and sole traders to established companies and professional service providers. We understand that commercial law isn’t just about compliance — it’s about making decisions with confidence, protecting what you’ve built, and responding quickly when problems arise.

Whether you’re starting a new venture, formalising a partnership, hiring staff, negotiating contracts or facing a dispute, Ridge Legal offers practical, commercially-minded support tailored to your needs.

Business Structuring & Advisory

We help you select and implement the right legal structure to support growth, limit liability and manage risk. We advise on:

Commercial Contracts

We draft, review and negotiate contracts that are legally sound, commercially practical, and designed to protect your interests. Our experience includes:

  • Supply and service agreements

  • Licensing and distribution arrangements

  • Terms and conditions of trade

  • Franchising documentation

  • Confidentiality agreements and NDAs

Employment & Workplace Law

We support employers with practical legal advice on hiring, managing, and terminating staff. Whether you’re building a team or managing a workplace issue, we can assist with:

Commercial Disputes & Litigation

When commercial relationships break down, we act quickly and strategically. Our aim is to resolve disputes wherever possible — but we’re prepared to represent you forcefully if matters proceed to court. We handle:

  • Breach of contract claims

  • Debt recovery and enforcement

  • Shareholder, partnership and director disputes

  • Allegations of misleading or deceptive conduct

  • Disputes with suppliers, customers or regulators

Regulatory, Risk & Compliance

We help businesses meet their legal obligations and manage regulatory risk. Our services include advice on:

  • Australian Consumer Law

  • Corporations Act compliance

  • Data and privacy obligations

  • Industry-specific regulation

  • Risk assessments and internal policies

If you're running a business, planning a new venture, or dealing with a commercial issue, Ridge Legal can help.