Smallwoods Lawyers

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About Us

Smallwoods Lawyers, founded in 1976, is a trusted name on the Northern Beaches, delivering fast and accurate legal advice to individuals, families, and small to medium-sized businesses. The firm is committed to providing legal services that are prompt, efficient, and cost-effective. With a wealth of experience in business and commercial law, the team expertly handles matters such as contract law, company incorporation, trusts, and a variety of agreements including shareholder, unit holder, franchise, distribution, and employment contracts. They are well-versed in consumer law and commercial disputes. In the realm of divorce and family law, Smallwoods Lawyers provides guidance on property settlements, children’s matters, and issues pertaining to de facto and domestic relationships, alongside financial agreements. Their conveyancing and leasing services cater to both residential and commercial needs, covering conveyancing, mortgages, co-ownership agreements, and lease agreements for retail and commercial properties. The firm's expertise extends to estate planning, aiding clients with wills, powers of attorney, enduring guardianships, testamentary trusts, and addressing family provision claims. Their knowledge of succession law ensures comprehensive support in deceased estate matters. In local government law, the solicitors skilfully manage development applications, council reviews, and appeals, as well as Land and Environment Court matters. With decades of experience, Smallwoods Lawyers collaborates closely to provide continuity of representation and achieve cost-effective outcomes for their clients.

Practice Areas

Commercial Law

Estate Planning

Family Law

Property Law

Specialisations

Commercial Law

Smallwoods Lawyers has a strong focus on providing legal services in Business and Commercial Law, utilising decades of collective experience to assist individuals and businesses with a breadth of matters including contract law, company incorporation, and commercial disputes. Their dedicated team ensures clients receive prompt and effective guidance on essential agreements such as trusts, shareholder agreements, and employment contracts, ensuring that all aspects of commercial operations are legally sound and well managed. In addition to contract and company-related matters, Smallwoods Lawyers also navigates the complexities of consumer law and franchise agreements, offering thorough support to clients in addressing their commercial needs. Their commitment to efficiency and cost-effectiveness allows them to deliver tailored legal solutions, fostering sustainable business practices and resolving disputes in a manner that prioritises the best interests of their clients.

Family Law

Smallwoods Lawyers offers comprehensive legal support in divorce and family law, focusing on important areas such as property settlements, children’s matters, and financial agreements. The firm understands the complexities and emotional challenges involved in family law disputes, providing tailored advice and representation to help clients navigate these sensitive situations effectively. With decades of experience, the team works collaboratively to ensure clients receive consistent and informed guidance throughout their family law matters. They aim to achieve practical solutions that protect the best interests of clients and their families, fostering an efficient and supportive process during what can often be a turbulent time.