This article explains cross-border business structures for business owners operating between New Zealand and Australia.

Australian businesses that sponsor overseas workers on visas such as the Skills in Demand (SID) 482 visa are subject to ongoing sponsorship obligations, including paying market salary rates, maintaining equivalent terms and conditions to Australian workers, keeping records for the duration of the sponsorship and two years after it ends, and notifying the Department of Home Affairs of any changes to the role, salary, or business structure.

When creating a franchise agreement, ensure it covers essential terms such as intellectual property use, fees, and territory.

This article gives a high-level overview of the legal remedies available to consumers when products are faulty or not fit for their intended purpose.

When looking to sell your franchise, it can be very difficult to find the right buyer. If you are struggling to find someone to purchase your franchise, you may have received an offer for vendor financing.

Mediation, negotiation, or a formal letter can address disputes while maintaining relationships and company stability.

From 1 July 2026, Australian real estate businesses that broker, sell or transfer property may be required to enrol with AUSTRAC, implement a written AML/CTF programme and conduct customer due diligence before providing designated services.

An ESOP offers employees, contractors and advisors an interest in your company in return for services that they provide.

If you have created an app with mechanisms & functionality that you think are novel & innovative, then consider patenting it.

Provides NZ employers with a comprehensive guide to understanding the Privacy Act 2020.

Details what ADR is & outlines the 3 common alternative dispute resolution methods in New Zealand.

The Act marks significant reforms to the legal framework that underpins Australia's workplace relations system.

New NSW WHS laws require your business to assess and manage psychosocial risks created by AI and digital work systems, including workload, monitoring and decision-making tools.

The contracts you need will depend on the type of business you operate, the sector you operate in & your intended target audience.

Before offering a warranty against defects business should consider customer's rights under the ACL.

Keep detailed records, regularly review compliance processes and train staff on NDIS rules to reduce risk.

his article will discuss the legal framework in New Zealand, your obligations, and the available resolution options available to customers.

Ensure your debt collection practices are transparent and comply with relevant laws.

If a business owes you money, you have the option to have them wound up. Winding up a company that owes your business money is very serious.

If you are a high growth, innovative business, you could be an ideal candidate for venture capital funding.