Lachlan Scott
Associate
+61 3 8600 6009
lscott@aitken.com.au
Lachlan Scott
Areas of Law: Intellectual Property, Commercial Law
Qualifications: Bachelor of Laws (Honours) | Bachelor of Arts (Majors: Criminology and International Relations)
Office Location: Melbourne
Lachlan is a commercial lawyer who advises clients on a wide range of corporate and transactional matters, with a focus on early-stage ventures, intellectual property, and M&A. Since his admission to legal practice, he has worked closely with founders and growth businesses to navigate the legal and strategic challenges of scaling a business.
He supports clients throughout the business lifecycle, particularly in early structuring, capital raising, and commercialisation. His experience includes preparing and negotiating complex transaction documents, advising on corporate restructures, and developing robust IP strategies. Lachlan also draws on a foundation in employment law gained through work at a community legal centre, giving him a nuanced understanding of regulatory compliance.
Lachlan brings a thoughtful and analytical approach to each matter and is valued by clients for his responsiveness and clear communication.
Expertise
- Acting on mergers and acquisitions, including share and asset sales
- Supporting start-ups and scale-ups through capital raising, founder/shareholder negotiations, and contractor/licensing arrangements
- Advising on intellectual property strategy including trademark registration and licensing for SaaS and PaaS platforms
- Advising on corporate structuring and risk minimisation through legal separation of key business assets
- Preparing documentation for internal restructures and investment-readiness
Outside the office, Lachlan brings creativity and curiosity to his hobbies. He’s an avid board gamer and cocktail enthusiast, drawing on his years in hospitality to mix the perfect drink and keep a strategic edge, whether around the game table or in client meetings.