COMMERCIAL ADVICE
Whether you’re purchasing a commercial property, entering a lease, or buying or selling a business, getting the legal details right matters. James provides clear, timely, and commercially focused legal advice to help you move forward with confidence. He works with small business owners, investors, and professionals across Auckland and New Zealand on a range of commercial transactions, always with a focus on practical outcomes.
HOW JAMES CAN HELP
Commercial property and business transactions
Support is provided for buying, selling, or leasing commercial real estate—including contract negotiation, due diligence, financing, and settlement—to enable confident and well-informed decision-making.
Joint investments
When purchasing property or a business with a partner, friend, or investor group, clear legal structures can be put in place to outline contributions, responsibilities, and agreed exit options from the outset.
Business sales and purchases
Comprehensive legal support is available for buying or selling a business, including reviewing Sale and Purchase Agreements, advising on structure, assessing asset and liability risks, and managing the transaction through to completion.
Protecting your investment
Whether acquiring commercial property or a business, tailored legal protections can be implemented to safeguard interests and minimise risk from the outset.
Leasing advice (landlords and tenants)
Commercial leases can be drafted, reviewed, or negotiated to ensure clarity of obligations and protection of interests, whether acting as a landlord or a tenant.
Finance and guarantees
Advice is available on commercial finance arrangements, including loan documentation, director guarantees, and any securities tied to the transaction.
