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Hall & Wilcox
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Hall & Wilcox is a prominent Australian law firm dedicated to delivering exceptional legal services to corporate, public sector and private clients both within Australia and internationally. With offices in Melbourne, Sydney, Newcastle, Perth, Canberra, Brisbane, Darwin and Adelaide, the firm is well positioned to support clients across diverse locations and sectors. The firm embraces a Smarter Law approach, which goes beyond traditional legal practice by integrating innovative technology, flexible pricing models and creative resourcing strategies. This approach reflects Hall & Wilcox’s commitment to delivering value and practical solutions that align with clients’ business goals. Clients value the firm’s commercial insight, responsive service and genuine interest in the industries they operate within. Hall & Wilcox’s experienced legal teams serve clients across a broad range of sectors including education and training, energy, government, healthcare, investment funds, retail and consumer goods, social infrastructure, sports and entertainment, technology and the digital economy, transport and trade, as well as venture capital and startups. Their comprehensive service offerings encompass areas such as corporate and commercial law, mergers and acquisitions, dispute resolution, employment and workplace relations, intellectual property, insolvency, tax, superannuation, environment and planning, and more. The firm’s internationally experienced partners and senior lawyers provide clients with targeted expertise to navigate the commercial and legal complexities of operating globally. Through a worldwide network, Hall & Wilcox supports clients’ international opportunities with informed advice and efficient solutions. Hall & Wilcox is guided by core values that emphasise honesty, high quality work, inclusivity, innovation and collaboration. The firm fosters a culture that encourages continuous improvement and challenges the status quo to better serve clients and communities. Recognised consistently for excellence, Hall & Wilcox has achieved numerous accolades including being named Best Australian Law Firm and receiving multiple Lawyer of the Year awards across various practice areas. The firm is highly ranked by leading industry guides such as Chambers and Partners and The Legal 500. Through a combination of strong client relationships, sector knowledge and a forward-thinking approach, Hall & Wilcox is focused on enabling its clients, people and communities to thrive in a dynamic legal and business environment.
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Commercial Law
The corporate and commercial team at Hall & Wilcox provides strategic and commercially focused legal advice to support businesses at every stage of their growth. Their expertise spans mergers and acquisitions, commercial contracts, finance and capital raising, corporate governance, and compliance with regulatory obligations such as Foreign Investment Review Board (FIRB) requirements. This holistic approach ensures clients receive well-rounded guidance tailored to their specific commercial objectives. Serving a diverse range of clients from large multinationals and ASX-listed companies to startups and not-for-profits, the team handles complex transactions, joint ventures, intellectual property matters, privacy, employment law, and tax issues. By working closely with other practice areas within the firm, they deliver comprehensive solutions that address all aspects of corporate and commercial legal needs effectively.
Employment Law
Hall & Wilcox offers extensive expertise in employment and workplace relations law, providing practical and commercially informed advice to employers on managing legal obligations and mitigating risks associated with employee performance, termination, restructures, workplace investigations, industrial relations, and work health and safety compliance. The team is skilled in handling complex employment litigation across various forums, including the Fair Work Commission and courts, while emphasising preventative strategies to build compliant and respectful workplaces that support organisational success. The firm is also recognised for advising on discrimination, sexual harassment, and related workplace conduct, helping employers develop and implement effective policies and training programs that align with current legal standards and promote inclusive, values-based leadership. Their industrial relations experience encompasses enterprise bargaining, dispute resolution, and regulatory representation. Additionally, Hall & Wilcox provides guidance on restraints of trade clauses, and has significant expertise in managing underpayment investigations and compliance, offering comprehensive support through all stages from disclosure to negotiation and remediation.
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