Corporate Structuring

Build, Grow, Protect—Your Business, Your Rules.

Set Your Business Up for Success

Choosing the right corporate structure is one of the most important decisions you’ll make as a business owner. Whether you’re starting a new venture, restructuring an existing business, or preparing for growth, the right structure can protect your assets, streamline operations, and optimise tax efficiency. At Sanicki Lawyers, we provide tailored corporate structuring advice to ensure your business is built on a strong legal foundation.

Expert Guidance for Every Business Model

Every business is unique, and your corporate structure should reflect your goals, risk profile, and operational needs. Our experienced business and commercial law team can advise you and work with your accountant and financial advisors on the most suitable business structure for you. These include:

Sole Trader – Simple and cost-effective, but with unlimited personal liability.
Partnerships – A flexible way to share management and profits, but with shared liability.
Companies – Offering limited liability and tax advantages, ideal for growing businesses.
Trusts – Providing asset protection and tax benefits, often used for family businesses and investments.
Joint Ventures – Enabling collaboration between businesses while maintaining separate legal entities.

Tailored Advice for Your Business Needs

We take the time to understand your business objectives, your industry, and the risks before recommending the best structure. Our corporate structuring services include:

  • Setting up new business entities
  • Restructuring existing businesses for growth or succession planning
  • Drafting and reviewing shareholder, partnership, and trust agreements
  • Advising on compliance obligations and corporate governance
  • Minimising tax liabilities and protecting assets

Why choose Sanicki Lawyers?

With extensive experience in business and commercial law, our team provides practical, strategic advice that aligns with your long-term vision. Whether you are launching a new business or rethinking your existing setup, our corporate structuring services give you confidence that your business is set for success. Contact us today to discuss your options.

Testimonials

Chelsea, Darren and the broader team at Sanicki Lawyers are an integral part of our business… It’s a bonus that they’re incredible to work with. We can’t recommend them highly enough – and wouldn’t trust anyone else with our contracts or business requirements

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— Giorgio M

The Sanicki Lawyers team make you feel so welcome, and explain fully costs and processes. It’s so comforting to be able to approach these guys and feel confident with what they do.

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— Gina C

Exceptional service from Sanicki Lawyers. I would never hesitate to recommend the team, and will certainly use their firm again for my business.

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— Julia N

Darren has an excellent team of friendly and accessible people who are both efficient and practical. I trust Darren and his team to deliver for my clients at the most crucial stage of their transaction.

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— Ian A

By having a Sanicki lawyer involved I feel peace of mind knowing the deal has every chance of coming to fruition. I can honestly say that Darren, along with his wonderful team, have saved deals for me on several occasions. Sanicki’s end to end service makes my business life much less stressful.

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— Steve P

Couldn’t have had a better experience. These guys are warm and efficient. Best!

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— Harry F

Our expertise includes:

Setting up new business entities

Restructuring existing businesses for growth or succession planning

Drafting and reviewing shareholder, partnership, and trust agreements

Advising on compliance obligations and corporate governance

Minimising tax liabilities and protecting assets

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