Commercial and Business Lawyer

Butler McDermott Lawyers: Experts in Commercial and Business Law

Welcome to Butler McDermott Lawyers, where we’re unconditionally focused on your commercial outcomes. We specialise in providing tailored legal services that ensure your business not only operates effectively, but also thrives in today’s competitive landscape. Our robust suite of commercial and business law offerings caters to every aspect of your enterprise, ensuring protection, compliance, and growth.

We can help you with:

Business Sales, Mergers and Acquisitions
Commercial Leasing
Trust Advice or Structuring
Business succession planning
Unitholder, Shareholder & Partnership Agreements
Contracts and documentation
General Commercial Agreements, Intellectual Property, Patents and Trademarking

Business Sales, Mergers, and Acquisitions

When it comes to pivotal moments like the sale of a business, a merger, or an acquisition, the team at Butler McDermott Lawyers can stand with you every step of the way. Our team of lawyers handle business conveyancing with ease. We can assist you by guiding you through due diligence to ensure you manage any risk associated with buying or selling your business. This allows us to ensure intricate and complex business asset sales or share sales are seamless.

Commercial Leasing

Commercial leasing can be a web of intense negotiations and complex contract details. We provide insightful advice tailored to your unique leasing challenges, ensuring your arrangements are legally sound, advantageous, and clear to all parties involved.

Trust Advice and Structuring

Whether you’re looking to establish a trust or need advice on structuring your business for tax effciency and control transition, our experts are adept at drafting and amending corporate constitutions and trust deeds. Let us help you navigate the complexities of trust structures for the benefit of your business’s future.

Business Succession Planning

At Butler McDermott Lawyers, we understand the importance of preparing for the future. Business succession planning requires foresight and strategic legal insight, and our team ensures a smooth transition that preserves your business’s legacy. This may require a restructure of your business or require the drafting of legal documents, prioritising your business continuity and success.

Unitholder, Shareholder & Partnership Agreements

Solidifying your business relationships hinges on well-drafted agreements. From terms and conditions to shareholder and partnership agreements, we craft legally robust documents that underpin the success and predictability of your commercial dealings.

Contracts and Documentation

Every business interaction is defined by the contracts that bind it. We specialise in creating bespoke, clear, precise, and enforceable documentation such as terms of engagement, contractor agreements, and service agreements that protect your business’s interests.

General Commercial Agreements, Intellectual Property, Patents, and Trademarking

Innovation is at the core of business growth, and protecting your intellectual assets is vital. Our experience extends to handling license agreements, assisting with trademark and patent inquiries, ensuring your creativity and innovation are safeguarded.

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       Tom was an amazing help for us. He was understanding and compassionate, but also vigorous and assertive when required. He is very professional while still maintaining a friendly and relaxing attitude. I highly recommend him.
  
 
    
   Jonathyn Morley 
 2 August 2024
 
 
 
      Kimberley Sutton from Butler McDermott did a professional and seamless job on our recent conveyancing, totally recommended.
  
 
    
   Lyle Jackson 
 1 August 2024
 
 
 
      Excellent assistance with our settlement. Kim was available along the whole process, reply to all our concerns in a timely manner. Would completely recommend.
  
 
    
   Jay Lewis 
 29 July 2024
 
 
 
      Kimberly and the team at Butler McDermott helped make the sale of our family property an easy stress free experience.  They were friendly and professional.  Thank you very much from Donald Hartley and family.
  
 
    
   Jillian Gordon 
 26 July 2024
 
 
 
      I had a terrific experience all round with Alexander, Miranda and the team. Great to deal with.
  
 
    
   Vaughan Jones 
 24 July 2024
 
 
 
      I have been working with Butler McDermott Lawyers for a very long time. I am eternally grateful To Peter Boyce a true gift to law, and I am grateful to his team and the wonderful support from Jamie Hunt. A very professional caring legal support team who connect truly to their clients with compassion.
Best Wishes Marcie
  
 
    
   Marcie King 
 8 July 2024
 
 
 
      I recently had the pleasure of working with Tom from Butler McDermott, and I couldn't be more impressed with his professionalism and expertise. Tom's in-depth knowledge of the law, combined with his keen attention to detail, made navigating my legal issue a seamless experience.

From our first consultation, Tom demonstrated a genuine commitment to understanding my situation and providing by the best possible advice. His communication skills are exceptional; he explained complex legal concepts in a way that was easy to understand and kept me informed at every stage of the process.

Tom's dedication is truly commendable. He was always available to answer my questions and provided timely updates, ensuring that I never felt out of the loop. His strategic approach and thoughtful recommendations were instrumental in achieving a favourable outcome for my case.

I highly recommend Tom to anyone in need of legal assistance. His professionalism, expertise, and client-centered approach set him apart. If you're looking for a solicitor who will go above and beyond to ensure your success, look no further than Tom from Butler McDermott.
  
 
    
   Rebecca Cuthbert 
 5 July 2024
 
 
 
      Fantastic professional service as always was provided. I highly recommend Kimberley
  
 
    
   cara joyce 
 3 July 2024
 
 
 
      We recently sold our home and purchased another at the same time. Kim and her team guided us through every step and made the whole process so much easier, particularly when we really had no idea what to do next. Thankyou so much Kim from Ruthie and Pete.
  
 
    
   Peter Steer 
 19 June 2024

Personalised Client Care.

100 years of service.

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Personalised Client Care

At Butler McDermott Lawyers, we are committed to providing unparalleled client care and professionalism. We treat each client with the utmost respect and attention, regardless of their individual circumstances or the complexity of their case. It truely is what sets us apart from others.

100 Years of Service

With over 100 years of service to the Sunshine Coast and the greater region, we at Butler McDermott Lawyers have proven experience in almost all facets of law. With stronger negotiation and advocacy skills, we provide the right advice from experts who have done it before.

Dedicated Expertise

We at Butler McDermott Lawyers stand out as leaders in the legal field through our dedication to continuous professional development. By prioritising ongoing learning and professional growth, we ensure our team of experts is well-versed in the latest legal matters and practices. This commitment not only deepens our expertise but also enhances our ability to provide the highest level of advice to clients across various legal matters.