Cozens Johansen

What is Cozens Johansen?

Cozens Johansen Lawyers is a boutique law firm founded in 2015, specializing in Territory law with a primary focus on Commercial Law, Resources and Energy Law, and Employment Law. The firm is recognized for its client-centric approach, offering businesses and individuals a single, dedicated point of contact who is both experienced and accessible. Cozens Johansen Lawyers maintains a boutique size to ensure personalized service, leverages technology to maximize efficiency, and is committed to reducing client legal costs. The firm is known for forming strong relationships with Northern Territory institutions and for not charging clients for the initial phase of familiarization with their business or matter.

What services does Cozens Johansen offer?

• Business & Commercial Law: Sale and purchase of businesses, liquor licence transfers and applications, trusts, loans, mortgages, contracts, and service contracts.
• Resources and Energy Law: Mining & Mineral Law, Territory-specific advice, policy guidance, and support on local issues impacting resource and energy companies.
• Employment Law: Unfair dismissal, redundancies, discrimination matters, Enterprise Bargaining Agreements (EBA), and general employment law advice.
• Wills and Estates: Drafting wills, testamentary trusts, estate administration, probate, and letters of administration.
• Property Law: Conveyancing, sale and purchase of land, leases, licenses, and legal advice on property transactions.
• Pastoral, Agricultural and Fisheries: Legal advice and representation tailored to the pastoral, agricultural, and fisheries industries.
• Construction Law: Preparation and review of contracts for subcontractors, work agreements, building contracts, and support with construction disputes.
• Debt Recovery: Legal recovery of commercial debts for businesses of all sizes.
• Disputes – Commercial and Civil Litigation: Advice and representation on a broad range of disputed matters.
• Advice on NT Law: Legal advice specific to Northern Territory legislation and regulations.
• Training: Customized legal training sessions tailored to organizational needs.
• In-House Service: Provision of in-house legal services, including periodic attendance at client offices.
• Personal Injury Law: Assistance with negligence claims, medical negligence, general personal injury claims, and representation for both injured parties and respondents.
• Health Practitioner / Regulation Matters: Regulatory advice, AHPRA notifications, investigations, and representation for health professionals.
• Franchising: Comprehensive franchising law services.
• Intellectual Property: Support and legal advice on intellectual property matters.

Why choose Cozens Johansen as your lawyer?

• Specialized Territory Law Expertise: The firm specializes in legal matters unique to the Northern Territory, ensuring advice is regionally relevant and effective.
• Client-Focused Service Model: Clients receive direct access to experienced legal advisors and are not charged for initial familiarization with their business or matter.
• Cost-Conscious Approach: Cozens Johansen Lawyers is dedicated to reducing legal costs and increasing efficiency through tailored solutions and advanced technology.
• Personalized Attention: As a boutique firm, Cozens Johansen maintains a culture that values personal relationships and meets clients at their business locations whenever possible.
• Strong Institutional Relationships: The firm has established robust connections with local government, businesses, and organizations, increasing the likelihood of successful outcomes.
• Proven Track Record: Notable advisory roles, such as serving as Legal Advisor to Lithium Plus Minerals in April 2022, demonstrate the firm’s capability with high-profile clients.

Who are the attorneys at Cozens Johansen?

• Nicholas Ryan Johansen: Director & Key Principal, leading the firm with extensive experience in Territory law and a commitment to personalized client service.
• Stuart Peace: Associate, with over 4 years of post-admission experience in a Melbourne-based boutique commercial firm, bringing a strong background in commercial legal matters.

How much does Cozens Johansen cost?

Cozens Johansen Lawyers typically seeks to reduce legal costs for clients and increases convenience through efficient use of technology. The firm does not charge for initial work required to become familiar with a client’s business or legal matter. Pricing and payment terms are structured to ensure transparency and value, with tailored solutions available for both individuals and businesses.

Where is Cozens Johansen located?

Cozens Johansen Lawyers is headquartered in Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia, at Level 1, Centrepoint Building, 48-50 Smith Street, Darwin NT 0800. The firm also provides services by appointment in Alice Springs and Katherine, with regular visits to Nhulunbuy and other regional communities in the Northern Territory.

• Phone: (08) 8911 1280
• Email: office@cozensjohansen.com.au
• Website: https://cozensjohansen.com.au/
• LinkedIn: Cozens Johansen Lawyers
• Postal Address: GPO Box 1359, Darwin NT 0801

The firm meets clients at their business premises wherever possible to enhance convenience and personalized service.