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:
Shareholder and director arrangements
Joint ventures and business acquisitions
Asset protection strategies
Restructuring and succession planning
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:
Policies and procedures
Workplace investigations
Performance and misconduct issues
Managing legal risk during restructuring or redundancy
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