Avery Commercial Lawyers

Avery Commercial Lawyers

Building & Construction

BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION • BUSINESS & COMMERCIAL
Melbourne, VIC
Experience
4.7

Rating

2

Team

None

Since

Avery Commercial Lawyers is a boutique commercial firm located in Melbourne’s CBD, specializing in a range of commercial, property, and estate law matters. They focus on business sales and...

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What is Avery Commercial Lawyers?

Avery Commercial Lawyers is a boutique commercial law firm founded in 2013 that specializes in business transactions, property law, and dispute resolution throughout Melbourne. The firm distinguishes itself through its "LAW. PEOPLE. PASSION." philosophy, providing direct partner contact and tailored legal solutions designed to achieve success in both clients' business and personal lives. With a team of 2-25 legal professionals, Avery Commercial Lawyers operates as a trusted commercial advisor that combines practical, commercially-oriented approaches with personalized client service.

What services does Avery Commercial Lawyers offer?

Avery Commercial Lawyers offers comprehensive legal services across multiple practice areas:

  • Business Sales and Acquisitions: Complete transaction management for buying and selling businesses, including due diligence, contract negotiation, and settlement procedures
  • Commercial Law & Contracts: Drafting and reviewing commercial agreements, franchise agreements, management agreements, licensing, and distribution and supply agreements
  • Property Transactions & Development: Residential and commercial conveyancing, subdivision and staged developments, town planning issues, and owners corporation matters
  • Commercial Leasing: Negotiation and documentation of retail, office, and industrial leases for both landlords and tenants
  • Dispute Resolution & Litigation: Board deadlocks, shareholder disputes, commercial disputes, debt recovery, estates litigation, and contract disputes
  • Estates and Probate: Wills preparation, estate planning, probate applications, and deceased estate administration
  • Business Structuring: Asset planning, loan and finance dealings, shareholder issues, and tax arrangement advice
  • Specialized Industry Services: Rent roll transactions, building contracts and project management agreements for the property sector

Why choose Avery Commercial Lawyers as your lawyer?

Clients choose Avery Commercial Lawyers for their extremely approachable nature and commitment to speaking clients' language rather than legal jargon. The firm provides direct partner contact, ensuring clients work directly with experienced principals who understand their objectives and deliver practical, commercially-oriented solutions. Their specialized expertise in hospitality and tourism transactions, including sales of cafes, restaurants, pubs, hotels, and motels, positions them as industry leaders in this sector. The firm's problem-solving approach focuses on helping clients reach desired outcomes through professional yet caring service, building strong and long-lasting relationships that extend beyond individual transactions.

Who are the attorneys at Avery Commercial Lawyers?

The legal team at Avery Commercial Lawyers includes highly experienced professionals with diverse expertise. Matthew Baker-Johnson, Principal, leads the firm as an experienced commercial and corporate lawyer who advises on business, property, and private client matters, with particular expertise in hospitality sector transactions and commercial disputes. James Graham, Litigation Consultant, brings specialized knowledge in dispute resolution and insolvency, holding a Masters degree in Commercial Law from Monash University and admission to practice since 2005. Susie Manias, Senior Law Clerk, contributes over 30 years of experience from Melbourne's top legal firms, supporting commercial matters, conveyancing, and franchising transactions.

How much does Avery Commercial Lawyers cost?

Avery Commercial Lawyers operates as a boutique firm with revenue under $5 million AUD, which typically translates to more competitive pricing compared to large commercial firms. The firm tailors fee arrangements to specific client needs and transaction types, focusing on delivering cost-effective legal solutions that align with clients' commercial objectives. For specific pricing information and fee structures, clients should contact the firm directly through their main office or individual attorney contacts.

Where is Avery Commercial Lawyers located?

Avery Commercial Lawyers is located at Level 17, 31 Queen Street, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia, situated in Melbourne's central business district. The firm serves clients throughout Melbourne and Victoria from this single headquarters location. Clients can reach the office by phone at +61 3 9020 7344 or via email at enquiries@averylaw.com.au. The firm maintains an active online presence through their website at averylaw.com.au and professional social media profiles on Facebook and LinkedIn for additional client engagement.

Client Reviews

4.7

25 verified reviews

Melissa Mannen

Melissa Mannen

Verified Client
3 weeks ago

Matt is the best in the business. He handled a recent business sale and kept everyone to task and ensured settlement was on time. Thanks Matt and the team at Avery law.

Tristan Tomasino

Tristan Tomasino

Verified Client
a month ago

Matthew assisted in the legal assistance and advice for two acquisitions and was fantastic. Always measured and confident in his advice, I wouldn't recommend anyone else's services.

Michelle Allen - Precise Property Management

Michelle Allen - Precise Property Management

Verified Client
8 months ago

Matt was wonderful to deal with during the sale of my rent roll - very thorough, concise and diligent with all documentation and communication. I would highly recommend his services

WMD

WMD

Verified Client
10 months ago

None

Stephanie Doyle

Stephanie Doyle

Verified Client
10 months ago

None

Stephen Bain

Stephen Bain

Verified Client
a year ago

Mathew Baker-Johnson handled the sale of our business in a professional manner nothing was to much trouble and was prompt and through with information and detail l would happily use and recommend Avery Commercial Lawyers again in the future Stephen Bain

Roger McMillan

Roger McMillan

Verified Client
a year ago

Matthew and his company Avery Law have been wonderful in handling the sale of my rent roll in Dromana. The communication was always quick, always easy to understand and always professional. The outcome was what I had anticipated and the final results were very satisfactory. I am very pleased that I was referred to Matthew and I can highly recommend his services to any real estate agent buying or selling a rent roll. It can be a minefield but Matthew has extensive experience and specializes in this field

Roger McMillan Dromana

nava kiran

nava kiran

Verified Client
a year ago

I am extremely pleased with the exceptional legal representation provided by Matthew. His expertise & professionalism are outstanding

Vince Giarracca

Vince Giarracca

Verified Client
a year ago

Matthew was a pleasure to deal with. An absolute professional and very knowledgeable. He made the process easy to comprehend and provided great insight and suggestions in how to best maximise a productive outcome. Thanks again.

Jonathan Duler

Jonathan Duler

Verified Client
a year ago

I had an outstanding experience with Matthew Baker-Johnson at Avery Commercial Lawyers. Matthew expertly navigated a complex member's deed dispute, providing clear guidance and demonstrating profound legal knowledge. The results were excellent and have stood the test of time. I highly recommend Matthew and the Avery Commercial Lawyers team for their dedication to clients and unmatched ability to deliver results.

Sali Young

Sali Young

Verified Client
2 years ago

Jellis Craig Whitehorse thank the team at Avery Lawyers for all their support and advice over the years. Their attention to detail, client response time and advice is always of the highest level

Tim Fettell

Tim Fettell

Verified Client
2 years ago

A big thank you to Susie for looking after our business settlement as it went through without any hiccups. The help along the way was communicated promptly and clearly. Thanks again Susie.

Susanne P

Susanne P

Verified Client
2 years ago

Matt guided, advised, and consoled me through the three years it took to resolve an extremely complex estate matter that required three specialist barristers, numerous Supreme Court hearings and judicial mediation. All parties agreed from the start on the desired outcome, finding the legal process to achieve it was the hard part. Matt warned me at the beginning the matter was not straightforward, his wise counsel throughout kept us on the path. Susie’s administration was spot on, she’s such a delight to work with. Highly recommend.

George Manias

George Manias

Verified Client
2 years ago

Avery Lawyers were great to deal with. Selling a business is never an easy task but Susies professional and polite manner made it seem like a walk in the park.

veronica pedrotti

veronica pedrotti

Verified Client
2 years ago

Outstanding service, advice and hustle by these lovely people. Susie, you are valuable gem.

Gary Lay

Gary Lay

Verified Client
2 years ago

Without the help of Matthew and Susie, I know there are a number of my transactions that may not have had a successful outcome. Matthew recently took on an extremely difficult transaction for one of my clients and encountered issues that no one expected and few had ever seen. Matthew and Susie worked tirelessly to protect the interests our client. Though we faced many challenges, Matthew did not falter, his professionalism, honesty and integrity guided us through the entire lengthy process and provided the pathway we needed to achieve a successful outcome. I highly recommend Avery Commercial Lawyers and will continue to engage them for all our business sales.

Kirsten Koci

Kirsten Koci

Verified Client
2 years ago

The Avery team have worked on everything to do with legal in my life, from my personal to business, for nearly 10 years. From house purchases to selling my business, the team ensured my interests were put first, with incredible communication and timing, and always, an outstanding level of work.

Chris Mosely

Chris Mosely

Verified Client
2 years ago

Avery Commercial Lawyers are the best law firm I've worked with, and I’ve worked with a few. A high degree of integrity, coupled with a practical approach grounded in commercial reality makes them invaluable to our business.

Swagger Photography

Swagger Photography

Verified Client
2 years ago

Excellent commercial business advice, highly recommended!

Morgan

Morgan

Verified Client
2 years ago

Matthew's help was invaluable in negotiating an IP agreement and NDA/NDC between myself and a client of mine. Will definitely seek his services again.

Nicholas Manias

Nicholas Manias

Verified Client
2 years ago

I was very impressed by the professional advise, support and understanding relating to my situation. The principal and staff where amazing. Susie was out of the box Great Great Great.

Tim Cameron

Tim Cameron

Verified Client
2 years ago

I found them to be courteous, reliable, through and proactive in the sale of my property. I would thoughly recommend them.

Eyad Khudruj

Eyad Khudruj

Verified Client
2 years ago

Susie and Matthew were great, professional on the process of looking after the sale for our rent roll. Highly recommend !!

Fred S

Fred S

Verified Client
3 years ago

I have been referring clients to Matthew & Susie of Avery Commercial Lawyers for a number of years now. They are a professional firm, providing the highest level of service and attention to detail. The team have not let me down once. I would not hesitate in recommending them to anyone who is looking to buy or sell a business or property, you are in great hands! Keep up the great work guys!

Michael Benn

Michael Benn

Verified Client
5 years ago

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Contact Information

Avery Commercial Lawyers

Level 17/31 Queen St, Melbourne VIC 3000

Melbourne VIC

Phone

+61390207344

Office Hours

Mon-Fri 9:00am - 5:00pm

By appointment available

Languages

English

Payment Methods

Cash, Card, EFTPOS

Payment plans available

Client Ratings

4.7

Based on 25 reviews

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