Commercial Contract Disputes Lawyers Sydney

Why Choose Us

We act for business owners, contractors, landlords, service providers — anyone who's owed money and can prove it. Most clients come to us when the usual back-and-forth has gone nowhere and the relationship has broken down.

We don't overpromise. We look at the documents, check if the debt is recoverable, and tell you what it'll cost to chase. Then you decide if it's worth it.

Letters that get ignored don't help anyone. Ours don't get ignored.

Honest assessment approach – We look at the documents, check if the debt is recoverable, and tell you what it'll cost to chase
Effective demand letters – Letters that get ignored don't help anyone. Ours don't get ignored
Broad client experience – We act for business owners, contractors, landlords, service providers — anyone who's owed money and can prove it

How We Help

Step 1: Letters of Demand
We send clear, no-nonsense letters that outline the claim, amount owing, deadline, and legal options if ignored. Most pay attention after that. If not, we move to formal action.

Step 2: Statutory Demands
If it's a company that owes the debt, and the amount meets the threshold, we may issue a statutory demand. That's serious. If they don't respond, they risk winding up. We use this when the situation calls for pressure.

Step 3: Court Recovery
If the debt is disputed, or if they're refusing to pay with no reason, we file proceedings. That could be Local Court, District, or Supreme depending on the amount. We prepare the claim, handle appearances, and push for judgment.

Step 4: Enforcement
A judgment isn't always the end. We help enforce it—garnishee orders, writs, seizure of goods, examination orders. No point winning on paper if you can't collect.

Step 5: Negotiation and Settlements
Sometimes, part payment now is better than full payment never. If it makes commercial sense to settle, we structure the terms so you're protected.

Common Scenarios

Unpaid invoices – Invoices unpaid for 60+ days, ignored follow-ups
Silent clients – A client stopped communicating after work was delivered
Disputed fees – A former customer disputing fees with no real basis
Stalling tactics – A business trying to stall, hoping you'll drop it
Partial payments – Partial payments made, but the rest never came
Failed guarantees – Personal guarantees signed, but the company folds
Broken payment plans – Promised payment plans that never eventuate

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a lawyer to send a letter of demand?
No—but it's more effective when it comes from a lawyer. It signals legal consequences. Ours are written to be taken seriously.

How long does debt recovery take?
Depends. Some respond within days of the letter. Others go to court and take months. We tell you upfront what's likely.

Is court worth it?
Only if the debt is clear, the debtor can pay, and the numbers make sense. We won't recommend court unless it's commercially justified.

Can I recover legal costs?
Sometimes. If your contract includes a costs clause—or if the court rules in your favour—you may get part of your legal fees back. We explain the odds clearly.

What if I don't have a written contract?
You might still recover the debt. We look at invoices, messages, prior payments, and course of dealing. It depends how clear the agreement was.