Tait & Co

What is Tait & Co?

Tait & Co Business Lawyers is a boutique commercial law practice established in 1997, specializing in practical legal solutions for businesses and individuals throughout Western Australia. The firm distinguishes itself through its client-focused approach, combining over 35 years of legal expertise with innovative commercial thinking to protect clients' businesses, wealth, and loved ones. Founded by Ian Tait, the practice maintains a deliberately small team structure to ensure personalized attention and direct partner involvement in all matters.

What services does Tait & Co offer?

• Business & Company Law: Comprehensive commercial legal services including business structuring, commercial transactions, corporate governance, and strategic business advice designed to minimize risk and maximize cost-effectiveness
• Property Law & Conveyancing: Full-service property transaction support covering commercial and residential purchases, sales, leases, and property development matters
• Insolvency Law: Expert guidance through financial distress situations, including voluntary administration, liquidation, bankruptcy proceedings, and creditor negotiations
• Intellectual Property & Technology Law: Protection and commercialization of intellectual property assets, technology licensing agreements, and digital business legal frameworks
• Employment Law: Workplace relations advice covering employment contracts, workplace policies, unfair dismissal claims, and employer-employee dispute resolution
• Wills & Estate Planning: Comprehensive estate planning services including will preparation, asset protection strategies, succession planning, and estate administration
• Trade Practices Law: Consumer protection compliance, competition law advice, and representation in trade practices disputes

Why choose Tait & Co as your lawyer?

Tait & Co stands apart through its commitment to understanding each client's unique commercial needs and providing honest, practical legal solutions that balance costs with potential outcomes. The firm's approach focuses on preventative legal structuring to avoid future problems, offering clients "inside" information on legal system considerations while maintaining a sharp commercial mindset. With the majority of work coming from existing clients and referrals, the practice demonstrates consistent delivery of significant benefits and cost savings. Clients benefit from direct partner involvement in all matters, ensuring experienced oversight and innovative problem-solving that works both legally and commercially.

Who are the attorneys at Tait & Co?

Ian Tait serves as the firm's founder and principal lawyer, bringing over 35 years of legal experience to every client matter. Admitted as a Barrister and Solicitor of both the Supreme Court of Western Australia and the High Court of Australia, Ian specializes in commercial law, estate planning, and asset protection strategies. His deep understanding of business and accounting concepts enables him to provide practical, innovative solutions that extend beyond traditional legal advice. Alison Tait, the firm's Practice Manager and qualified Chartered Accountant, holds B.Com and B.Com (Hons) degrees along with CTA certification. Having gained extensive experience in major accountancy firms before joining Tait & Co in 1997, Alison manages all administrative and financial aspects of the practice, ensuring smooth operations and client service delivery.

How much does Tait & Co cost?

Tait & Co emphasizes transparent, cost-effective legal services with a commitment to discussing anticipated costs and fee structures upfront during initial consultations. The firm's practical approach focuses on delivering value through efficient resolution of legal matters while maintaining professional standards. Liability is limited by a scheme approved under Professional Standards Legislation. Specific pricing information and payment terms are provided during individual consultations based on the complexity and scope of each matter.

Where is Tait & Co located?

Tait & Co Business Lawyers operates from its West Perth office at Suite 6, Level 2, 11 Ventnor Avenue, West Perth, WA 6005. The firm serves clients throughout Western Australia and can be reached by phone at 08 9422 8111 or via email at buslaw@taitlegal.com.au. Postal correspondence should be directed to PO Box 575, West Perth, WA 6872. Additional information and resources are available on their website at https://www.taitlegal.com.au/.