Avis & Funk Law

What is Avis & Funk Law?

Avis & Funk Law is a boutique, innovative law firm founded in 2017 that specializes in delivering accessible legal services without the traditional barriers of big law firms. The firm distinguishes itself through transparent fixed-fee pricing, plain English communication free of legal jargon, and acceptance of Bitcoin payments. With a talented team of down-to-earth lawyers operating from Varsity Lakes on the Gold Coast, Avis & Funk Law maintains an almost entirely paperless practice while providing simple, no-stress legal solutions across multiple practice areas including commercial law, property conveyancing, migration services, and intellectual property protection.

What services does Avis & Funk Law offer?

Avis & Funk Law offers comprehensive legal services across twelve key practice areas:

• Commercial, Corporate and Business Law: Business structuring, company incorporation, ASIC compliance, partnership disputes, commercial leasing, franchising support, and loan agreements
• Property Law & Conveyancing: Residential and commercial conveyancing, property sales and purchases, subdivision services, planning permits, boundary disputes, and lease preparation
• Immigration Law: Skilled work visas, investor visas, family and partner visa applications, citizenship applications, permanent residency support, and complex immigration appeals
• Dispute Resolution & Litigation: Civil litigation advocacy, debt recovery, small claims tribunal representation, and alternative dispute resolution
• Intellectual Property Law: Trademark registration, copyright protection, software and code protection, infringement matters, and confidentiality agreements
• Wills & Estate Planning: Will creation and amendments, probate services, executor duties, power of attorney preparation, and family trust establishment
• Startup Law: Company incorporation, founder agreements, privacy policies, website terms and conditions, supplier contracts, and intellectual property protection
• Technology, IT & Telecommunications Law: Social media compliance, software protection, and technology-specific legal compliance
• Workplace Relations & Employment Law: Employee and contractor agreements and dispute resolution
• Finance Law: Financial agreements and regulatory compliance
• Personal and Consumer Contracts: Contract review, unfair contract terms, consumer protection, and breach of contract matters
• Document Services: Witnessing and certifying documents with notary public services available

Why choose Avis & Funk Law as your lawyer?

Choosing Avis & Funk Law provides clients with distinctive advantages that set the firm apart from traditional legal practices. The firm maintains a 100% recommendation rate based on client reviews, demonstrating consistent service excellence. Their transparent fixed-fee pricing structure ensures budget certainty with no hidden costs, charging only for work needed and only when completed. The firm's embrace of innovative communication technology enables cost-effective service delivery while maintaining high-quality legal outcomes. Avis & Funk Law's commitment to plain English communication removes accessibility barriers, making legal processes understandable for all clients. The firm's flexible work environment attracts and retains talented lawyers who prioritize client relationships through ongoing support and strong rapport building. Additionally, their environmental consciousness through paperless operations and acceptance of Bitcoin payments demonstrates forward-thinking practices that benefit both clients and the community.

Who are the attorneys at Avis & Funk Law?

The attorneys at Avis & Funk Law bring diverse expertise and multilingual capabilities to serve their clients comprehensively. Benjamin Avis, Legal Practitioner Director and co-founder, specializes in property law and commercial matters with over 10 years of exclusive Gold Coast practice. Larissa Funk, Legal Practitioner Director and Notary Public, leads the migration division while bringing Swiss heritage precision to her practice. Emily Maehara, Associate, combines property and commercial law expertise with fluent Japanese language skills. Eric Wang, Solicitor admitted in 2023, focuses on commercial law while offering fluent Mandarin services. Thiago Lemos, Solicitor with dual Australian-Brazilian qualifications, specializes in migration law complexities with Portuguese fluency. Ockert Visser, working remotely from the Sunshine Coast, handles complex commercial transactions and wealth management strategies. Avelyn Chen, Registered Migration Agent (MARN: 1800051), provides specialized immigration services with Mandarin language support from Brisbane. The team includes additional consultants and support staff, including their Business Development Manager Millie, a miniature dachshund who helps alleviate team stress.

How much does Avis & Funk Law cost?

Avis & Funk Law operates on a transparent fixed-fee pricing model that eliminates billing uncertainty common in traditional law firms. The firm charges only for work actually needed and implements a client-friendly payment structure where fees are due only upon completion of work. This approach provides complete budget certainty for clients while maintaining lower overhead costs than larger firms, resulting in more competitive pricing. The firm's innovative acceptance of Bitcoin payments alongside traditional payment methods offers additional flexibility for tech-savvy clients. Specific fee structures are tailored to each service area and complexity level, with clear quotations provided upfront to ensure no hidden costs or surprise charges throughout the legal process.

Where is Avis & Funk Law located?

Avis & Funk Law is located at Level 2, 194 Varsity Parade, Varsity Lakes, QLD 4227, situated in the heart of the Gold Coast. The firm maintains flexible consultation options including phone consultations at +61 7 5391 1313, Skype meetings, and client visits to accommodate various needs. While the primary office serves as the main hub, the firm operates with remote capabilities, with team members also working from Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast to provide broader regional coverage. Clients can initiate contact through email at hello@avisfunklaw.com.au or visit their website at www.avisfunklaw.com.au for more information and online resources.