Our Commercial Law Services
At Aitken Partners, our commercial lawyers in Melbourne provide clear and practical legal advice to support businesses at every stage. Whether you need a contract reviewed, assistance with compliance, or ongoing legal support for day-to-day operations, we help our clients manage risk, meet obligations, and focus on running their business with confidence.
Our Commercial lawyers in Melbourne offer a wide range of services, including:
Competition &
Consumer Law
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Expert advice to ensure compliance with competition regulations and consumer protection laws:
- Anti-competitive conduct and compliance
- Consumer guarantees and product safety
- Advertising and marketing regulations
- Regulatory investigations and dispute resolution
How we work with you.
Initial Consultation
Schedule a confidential consultation to discuss your situation, understand your needs, and receive initial advice
Strategic Planning
We develop a tailored legal strategy outlining the steps, timeline, and necessary documentation to achieve your goals
Resolution and Support
We execute the plan, representing you in negotiations or proceedings, keeping you informed, and ensuring your rights are protected
We’re behind you. Every step of the way.
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Alister Bayston
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Leisa Bayston
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Aaron Stewart
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Erin Prout
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Ric Birkett
Principal Lawyer
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Victoria Agahi
Special Counsel
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Lachlan Scott
Associate
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Jenny Au
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Unmatched Expertise Across Industries and Sectors
Our knowledge is unrivalled through working on thousands of matters for leading Australian and Victorian companies and businesses, charities, private companies, family businesses, and trustee companies.
Over a Century of
Trusted Legal Excellence
We have over 100 years of experience representing businesses from across Australia in various legal matters. The Aitken Partners staff have the skill and passion for providing clients with unparalleled representation and legal services, working to understand the needs of each case and the individuals associated with it.
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Frequently Asked Questions
We specialise in complex corporate and commercial transactions, including:
- Private M&A and joint ventures
- Technology contracts (SaaS, licensing, platform agreements)
- Equity investments, convertible notes, and SAFE instruments
- Franchising, long-term supply, and strategic commercial agreements
We advise businesses on Australian and international data protection laws, including compliance with the Privacy Act, GDPR, and sector-specific obligations. We also draft privacy policies, data-sharing agreements, and help manage data breaches and risk exposure.
Yes. We provide end-to-end advice on company, trust, and partnership structures, director duties, shareholder arrangements, and governance frameworks. Our team ensures your structure supports growth, control, and compliance with the Corporations Act and ASX Listing Rules (if applicable).
We work with founders, investors, and emerging enterprises on capital raising and investment structures. This includes convertible notes, SAFEs, employee option plans, and the creation of new share classes. We also advise on compliance with fundraising laws and investor rights.
Absolutely. We help businesses prepare for sale, merger, or succession by advising on asset and share restructures, IP ownership, tax-effective structures (in consultation with advisors), and due diligence. We also prepare and negotiate sale documents and transitional arrangements.
Our clients range from high-growth start-ups to family businesses, private investors, and established mid-market enterprises. We also act for directors, founders, and in-house legal teams on discrete corporate matters and high-stakes transactions.
Located in Melbourne CBD at Level 28, 140 William Street, Melbourne. Servicing all Melbourne suburbs online and within a 15-minute drive for: Melbourne CBD, Carlton, Fitzroy, Richmond, South Yarra, St Kilda, Brunswick, Collingwood, Prahran, South Melbourne, North Melbourne.