Commercial Contract Disputes Lawyers Sydney

Why Choose Sultan Legal?

We've handled contract disputes, partnership fallouts, unpaid invoices, shareholder deadlocks, and everything in between. Some settle in days. Others take time. Either way, we'll tell you the truth about your position and what it'll cost to fix.

You'll speak to someone who's done this before—not a junior, not a script. Just real advice, backed by law, aimed at resolution.

And if it needs to go to court? We'll manage that too, but we don't lead with it unless we have to.

Contract expertise – We read the fine print and hold parties to what they signed, whether it's written or verbal agreements
Fast response capability – When issues are fresh, we act quickly with formal letters, court filings, or injunctions as needed
Commercial focus – We push for outcomes that make business sense, not just legal victories

How We Help

Step 1: Contract Review and Breach Assessment
We read the contract—if there is one. If there isn't, we work with what exists: emails, texts, previous dealings. We piece it together and tell you if the other side has breached anything.

Step 2: Immediate Action When Required
If the issue's fresh, we act fast. That might mean a formal letter, lodging something with a court, or strategic waiting. It depends on your specific situation.

Step 3: Negotiation and Mediation
Where talks are possible, we handle them. That can be direct negotiation or structured mediation. We don't posture—we push for outcomes that make commercial sense.

Step 4: Court Litigation
If it escalates, we litigate. We prepare the claim, the defence, the affidavits, and go to court. Not because it's fun, but because it's sometimes necessary.

Step 5: Urgent Injunctive Relief
If something's urgent—like someone leaking your IP or moving client lists around—we go to court for an injunction straight away. No waiting.

Disputes We Deal With

Unpaid debts – You've invoiced, they haven't paid. We send letters, issue claims, apply for winding-up notices if needed
Contract breaches – Missed deadlines, wrong products, broken promises. We read the clauses and hold them to what they signed
Shareholder or partnership disputes – Locked out of accounts? Funds moved without consent? We check the company constitution, the partnership agreement, or the silence where there should've been one
Franchise fallouts – Territory problems, withheld royalties, performance fights. We act for both franchisors and franchisees
ACL and misleading conduct – Accused of misleading a client? Or been misled yourself? We act for plaintiffs and defendants under the Australian Consumer Law

Frequently Asked Questions

I haven't been paid. Should I send a letter first or file a claim?
Depends how much is owing and how they've responded so far. We'll look at the paper trail and tell you which makes more sense.

What if I don't have a written contract?
You may still have a case. Courts look at conduct, verbal agreements, and past dealings. Written contracts make life easier, but they're not essential.

Can I be sued even if I tried to do the right thing?
Yes. But that doesn't mean they'll win. We'll assess the risk and help you respond properly.

Can I get costs back?
Maybe. If the contract says so, or if you win in court, you might recover legal costs. But not always the full amount.

How long will it take?
Some disputes settle in a week. Others drag on for months. If it's in court, expect delays. We'll give you a clear picture from the start.

Speak to a Lawyer Today

Early advice often stops bigger problems later. We'll tell you where you stand, what's worth pursuing, and what's better let go.

Sultan Legal helps businesses across NSW resolve disputes efficiently and cost-effectively. Get clear legal guidance tailored to your commercial situation.