Good legal advice is often critical to a business’s ability to manage its risks as well as to ensure its smooth operation and long-term sustainability. At Neilsons, we offer strategic, insightful, proactive, and valuable advice to help you manage business risk, consolidate, grow, or sell your business within the unique framework of New Zealand’s commercial environment.

Our Business Legal Services Include:

> Commercial leasing for both landlord and tenant: Navigating commercial leasing requires a thorough understanding of the rights and obligations of both landlords and tenants. We provide expert advice on lease negotiations, drafting, and dispute resolution to ensure favorable outcomes for all parties involved.

> Finance: Securing financing and managing financial risks are crucial for business success. We assist with loan agreements, securities, and other financial transactions, ensuring compliance with New Zealand’s financial regulations.

> Structuring companies, partnerships, and other entities: Choosing the right business structure is essential for legal and tax efficiency. We offer advice on forming companies, partnerships, joint ventures, and other business entities, tailored to meet your specific needs.

> Buying and selling a business: Whether you are looking to expand your business or exit the market, we provide comprehensive support throughout the buying or selling process. Our services include due diligence, contract negotiation, and compliance with the Companies Act and other relevant legislation.

> Managing business changes such as restructuring and redundancy: Business changes, including restructuring and redundancy, can be challenging. Our team provides practical and legal support to manage these transitions smoothly, ensuring compliance with employment laws and minimizing disruption.

> Employment and industrial relations law for employers: Understanding New Zealand’s employment laws is vital for maintaining a compliant and productive workplace. We offer advice on employment agreements, dispute resolution, and industrial relations, helping you navigate complex employment issues.

> Charitable trusts: Setting up and managing charitable trusts requires specific legal expertise. We assist with the formation, governance, and compliance of charitable trusts, ensuring that your philanthropic goals are met within the legal framework.

> Reviewing and updating policies and procedures and checking for legislative compliance: Staying up-to-date with legislative changes is crucial for business compliance. We review and update your business policies and procedures, ensuring they meet current legal standards and best practices.

> Compliance audits for immigration, payroll, HR management, minimum employment standards, health and safety: Regular compliance audits are essential to avoid legal pitfalls. We conduct thorough audits in areas such as immigration, payroll, HR management, minimum employment standards, and health and safety, providing you with actionable insights to maintain compliance.

In the context of New Zealand’s business environment, it is crucial to understand the local laws and regulations that impact your operations. Our team is well-versed in New Zealand’s legal landscape, offering tailored advice that ensures your business remains compliant and competitive.

At Neilsons, we are dedicated to providing top-notch legal services to help your business thrive. Thank you for considering us for your business law needs. We look forward to partnering with you to achieve your business objectives and ensure long-term success.