Get Expert Help with Director & Shareholder Disputes
Our legal team has extensive experience resolving internal company conflicts. Whether you're a minority shareholder facing oppression or a director caught in a governance dispute, we provide clear advice, strategic action, and strong advocacy to protect your rights and commercial interests.
Strategic Legal Advice
We assess the commercial and legal dynamics of your position and advise you on your rights, duties, and possible remedies under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth).
Oppression & Deadlock Claims
We represent shareholders and directors in disputes involving exclusion, unfair treatment, or deadlock—whether seeking relief under s232 or winding up on just and equitable grounds.
Breach of Directors’ Duties
We assist clients in defending or pursuing allegations of misconduct, misuse of company funds, or breach of fiduciary duties.
Buyouts & Exit Strategies
When business relationships break down, we help negotiate clean exits, buyouts, and share valuations—protecting your financial and legal position.
Why Choose us?
Free Initial Consultation
Understand your legal position before taking action—with no obligation and complete confidentiality.
Experienced in Section 232 & Oppression Actions
We advise and act for minority shareholders and directors in Corporations Act claims.
Clear Commercial Advice
We don’t just fight—we solve. Our advice considers legal, strategic, and business realities.
Discrete Resolution or Court Action
Whether the path is negotiation, mediation, or litigation, we guide you every step of the way.
Outcome-Focused Recovery
01
We tailor our approach to suit your recovery goals—whether that's liquidation, negotiation, or enforcement.
Practical, Risk-Aware Legal Guidance
02
We don’t just explain the law—we help you apply it strategically to your situation.
Commercially Minded Legal Support
03
We work to protect your business reputation, maximise recovery, and limit unnecessary costs or delays.
More About Commercial Property Transactions
Property law ensures that buying, selling, or leasing commercial real estate is legally sound, risk-managed, and aligned with your business goals. Here’s what you need to know:
Tailored Contract Advice
We review and negotiate commercial agreements to ensure the terms align with your objectives—protecting you from unfavourable clauses and commercial risk.
End-to-End Settlement Management
From liaising with lenders to managing document execution and transfer, we ensure nothing falls through the cracks at settlement.
Cost Certainty
With fixed-fee pricing and transparent scope, you know exactly what you're paying for—no hidden extras, no ambiguity.
Title Investigations & Land Use Checks
We uncover zoning restrictions, easements, and encumbrances that could impact operations—ensuring you acquire a property that fits your business plan.
Tax, Duty & Regulatory Guidance
We clarify your obligations around stamp duty, GST, and local council regulations—so you stay compliant and avoid costly missteps.
Strategic Risk Protection
We identify and resolve red flags early—whether it’s a lease issue, structural risk, or planning constraint—so you can move forward with confidence.
Resolving Director & Shareholder
Our Mission & Commitment.
At Gouveia Legal, we help businesses navigate internal conflict with focus, discretion, and legal clarity. Whether you’re a minority shareholder facing exclusion, a director accused of breaching duties, or dealing with corporate deadlock, our goal is to resolve the dispute efficiently and preserve what matters—your rights, your investment, and your reputation.
More About Commercial Insolvency
Insolvency is not just about shutting down—it's about understanding the legal landscape and making informed, timely decisions. Here's what matters:
Voluntary Administration & Restructuring
We guide directors and businesses through voluntary administration with the aim of preserving operations and proposing deeds of company arrangement (DOCAs).
Liquidation
Whether voluntary or court-ordered, we represent directors, creditors, and liquidators in all stages—from appointment to finalisation.
Receivership
We assist secured creditors with enforcement, and advise borrowers on their rights during asset management and sales.
Director & Guarantor Risks
We protect directors against personal claims and advise guarantors on their exposure in both corporate and personal insolvency contexts.
Enforcement & Recovery
We act fast to recover debts through statutory demands, garnishee orders, writs, and court proceedings.
Asset Protection & Clawbacks
We help liquidators pursue voidable transaction claims and defend clients from unfair preference or undervalue allegations.
5 Tips for Handling Director & Shareholder Disputes
Review the Shareholders' Agreement Early
Start by examining any shareholders’ or company agreements in place—many disputes arise from misunderstandings over rights, roles, or exit mechanisms.
“We resolve boardroom and ownership conflicts with the legal firepower, commercial insight, and discretion they demand.”
01
We believe every company deserves governance free from oppression, mismanagement, or internal warfare.
02
We act swiftly to assert your rights, whether through strategic negotiation, buyout facilitation, or commercial litigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you have any other questions, please email us.
What is an oppression claim under s232 of the Corporations Act?
What if the directors can’t agree on key decisions?
Can I remove a director who is mismanaging the company?
Can minority shareholders force a buyout?
What if there’s no shareholders’ agreement in place?
What is an oppression claim?
Can I be removed as a director or excluded from management?
Contruction
Disputes over estate property development, maintenance, or renovation? We resolve inheritance-related construction conflicts between beneficiaries, executors, and third parties.
Insolvency
Worried an estate lacks funds to meet debts or claims? We assist in navigating insolvent estates, balancing creditor rights with fair beneficiary entitlements.
Director & Shareholder Disputes
When a deceased held business interests, disputes often arise. We help executors, shareholders, and family members resolve company-related estate entitlements clearly and fairly.
Get Expert Help with Director & Shareholder Disputes
Our legal team has extensive experience resolving internal company conflicts. Whether you're a minority shareholder facing oppression or a director caught in a governance dispute, we provide clear advice, strategic action, and strong advocacy to protect your rights and commercial interests.
Strategic Legal Advice
We assess the commercial and legal dynamics of your position and advise you on your rights, duties, and possible remedies under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth).
Oppression & Deadlock Claims
We represent shareholders and directors in disputes involving exclusion, unfair treatment, or deadlock—whether seeking relief under s232 or winding up on just and equitable grounds.
Breach of Directors’ Duties
We assist clients in defending or pursuing allegations of misconduct, misuse of company funds, or breach of fiduciary duties.
Buyouts & Exit Strategies
When business relationships break down, we help negotiate clean exits, buyouts, and share valuations—protecting your financial and legal position.
Why Choose us?
Free Initial Consultation
Understand your legal position before taking action—with no obligation and complete confidentiality.
Experienced in Section 232 & Oppression Actions
We advise and act for minority shareholders and directors in Corporations Act claims.
Clear Commercial Advice
We don’t just fight—we solve. Our advice considers legal, strategic, and business realities.
Discrete Resolution or Court Action
Whether the path is negotiation, mediation, or litigation, we guide you every step of the way.
Outcome-Focused Recovery
01
We tailor our approach to suit your recovery goals—whether that's liquidation, negotiation, or enforcement.
Practical, Risk-Aware Legal Guidance
02
We don’t just explain the law—we help you apply it strategically to your situation.
Commercially Minded Legal Support
03
We work to protect your business reputation, maximise recovery, and limit unnecessary costs or delays.
More About Commercial Property Transactions
Property law ensures that buying, selling, or leasing commercial real estate is legally sound, risk-managed, and aligned with your business goals. Here’s what you need to know:
Tailored Contract Advice
We review and negotiate commercial agreements to ensure the terms align with your objectives—protecting you from unfavourable clauses and commercial risk.
End-to-End Settlement Management
From liaising with lenders to managing document execution and transfer, we ensure nothing falls through the cracks at settlement.
Cost Certainty
With fixed-fee pricing and transparent scope, you know exactly what you're paying for—no hidden extras, no ambiguity.
Title Investigations & Land Use Checks
We uncover zoning restrictions, easements, and encumbrances that could impact operations—ensuring you acquire a property that fits your business plan.
Tax, Duty & Regulatory Guidance
We clarify your obligations around stamp duty, GST, and local council regulations—so you stay compliant and avoid costly missteps.
Strategic Risk Protection
We identify and resolve red flags early—whether it’s a lease issue, structural risk, or planning constraint—so you can move forward with confidence.
Resolving Director & Shareholder
Our Mission & Commitment.
At Gouveia Legal, we help businesses navigate internal conflict with focus, discretion, and legal clarity. Whether you’re a minority shareholder facing exclusion, a director accused of breaching duties, or dealing with corporate deadlock, our goal is to resolve the dispute efficiently and preserve what matters—your rights, your investment, and your reputation.
More About Commercial Insolvency
Insolvency is not just about shutting down—it's about understanding the legal landscape and making informed, timely decisions. Here's what matters:
Voluntary Administration & Restructuring
We guide directors and businesses through voluntary administration with the aim of preserving operations and proposing deeds of company arrangement (DOCAs).
Liquidation
Whether voluntary or court-ordered, we represent directors, creditors, and liquidators in all stages—from appointment to finalisation.
Receivership
We assist secured creditors with enforcement, and advise borrowers on their rights during asset management and sales.
Director & Guarantor Risks
We protect directors against personal claims and advise guarantors on their exposure in both corporate and personal insolvency contexts.
Enforcement & Recovery
We act fast to recover debts through statutory demands, garnishee orders, writs, and court proceedings.
Asset Protection & Clawbacks
We help liquidators pursue voidable transaction claims and defend clients from unfair preference or undervalue allegations.
5 Tips for Handling Director & Shareholder Disputes
Review the Shareholders' Agreement Early
Start by examining any shareholders’ or company agreements in place—many disputes arise from misunderstandings over rights, roles, or exit mechanisms.
“We resolve boardroom and ownership conflicts with the legal firepower, commercial insight, and discretion they demand.”
01
We believe every company deserves governance free from oppression, mismanagement, or internal warfare.
02
We act swiftly to assert your rights, whether through strategic negotiation, buyout facilitation, or commercial litigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you have any other questions, please email us.
What is an oppression claim under s232 of the Corporations Act?
What if the directors can’t agree on key decisions?
Can I remove a director who is mismanaging the company?
Can minority shareholders force a buyout?
What if there’s no shareholders’ agreement in place?
What is an oppression claim?
Can I be removed as a director or excluded from management?
Contruction
Disputes over estate property development, maintenance, or renovation? We resolve inheritance-related construction conflicts between beneficiaries, executors, and third parties.
Insolvency
Worried an estate lacks funds to meet debts or claims? We assist in navigating insolvent estates, balancing creditor rights with fair beneficiary entitlements.
Director & Shareholder Disputes
When a deceased held business interests, disputes often arise. We help executors, shareholders, and family members resolve company-related estate entitlements clearly and fairly.
Get Expert Help with Director & Shareholder Disputes
Our legal team has extensive experience resolving internal company conflicts. Whether you're a minority shareholder facing oppression or a director caught in a governance dispute, we provide clear advice, strategic action, and strong advocacy to protect your rights and commercial interests.
Strategic Legal Advice
We assess the commercial and legal dynamics of your position and advise you on your rights, duties, and possible remedies under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth).
Oppression & Deadlock Claims
We represent shareholders and directors in disputes involving exclusion, unfair treatment, or deadlock—whether seeking relief under s232 or winding up on just and equitable grounds.
Breach of Directors’ Duties
We assist clients in defending or pursuing allegations of misconduct, misuse of company funds, or breach of fiduciary duties.
Buyouts & Exit Strategies
When business relationships break down, we help negotiate clean exits, buyouts, and share valuations—protecting your financial and legal position.
Why Choose us?
Free Initial Consultation
Understand your legal position before taking action—with no obligation and complete confidentiality.
Experienced in Section 232 & Oppression Actions
We advise and act for minority shareholders and directors in Corporations Act claims.
Clear Commercial Advice
We don’t just fight—we solve. Our advice considers legal, strategic, and business realities.
Discrete Resolution or Court Action
Whether the path is negotiation, mediation, or litigation, we guide you every step of the way.
Outcome-Focused Recovery
01
We tailor our approach to suit your recovery goals—whether that's liquidation, negotiation, or enforcement.
Practical, Risk-Aware Legal Guidance
02
We don’t just explain the law—we help you apply it strategically to your situation.
Commercially Minded Legal Support
03
We work to protect your business reputation, maximise recovery, and limit unnecessary costs or delays.
More About Commercial Property Transactions
Property law ensures that buying, selling, or leasing commercial real estate is legally sound, risk-managed, and aligned with your business goals. Here’s what you need to know:
Tailored Contract Advice
We review and negotiate commercial agreements to ensure the terms align with your objectives—protecting you from unfavourable clauses and commercial risk.
End-to-End Settlement Management
From liaising with lenders to managing document execution and transfer, we ensure nothing falls through the cracks at settlement.
Cost Certainty
With fixed-fee pricing and transparent scope, you know exactly what you're paying for—no hidden extras, no ambiguity.
Title Investigations & Land Use Checks
We uncover zoning restrictions, easements, and encumbrances that could impact operations—ensuring you acquire a property that fits your business plan.
Tax, Duty & Regulatory Guidance
We clarify your obligations around stamp duty, GST, and local council regulations—so you stay compliant and avoid costly missteps.
Strategic Risk Protection
We identify and resolve red flags early—whether it’s a lease issue, structural risk, or planning constraint—so you can move forward with confidence.
Resolving Director & Shareholder
Our Mission & Commitment.
At Gouveia Legal, we help businesses navigate internal conflict with focus, discretion, and legal clarity. Whether you’re a minority shareholder facing exclusion, a director accused of breaching duties, or dealing with corporate deadlock, our goal is to resolve the dispute efficiently and preserve what matters—your rights, your investment, and your reputation.
More About Commercial Insolvency
Insolvency is not just about shutting down—it's about understanding the legal landscape and making informed, timely decisions. Here's what matters:
Voluntary Administration & Restructuring
We guide directors and businesses through voluntary administration with the aim of preserving operations and proposing deeds of company arrangement (DOCAs).
Liquidation
Whether voluntary or court-ordered, we represent directors, creditors, and liquidators in all stages—from appointment to finalisation.
Receivership
We assist secured creditors with enforcement, and advise borrowers on their rights during asset management and sales.
Director & Guarantor Risks
We protect directors against personal claims and advise guarantors on their exposure in both corporate and personal insolvency contexts.
Enforcement & Recovery
We act fast to recover debts through statutory demands, garnishee orders, writs, and court proceedings.
Asset Protection & Clawbacks
We help liquidators pursue voidable transaction claims and defend clients from unfair preference or undervalue allegations.
5 Tips for Handling Director & Shareholder Disputes
Review the Shareholders' Agreement Early
Start by examining any shareholders’ or company agreements in place—many disputes arise from misunderstandings over rights, roles, or exit mechanisms.
“We resolve boardroom and ownership conflicts with the legal firepower, commercial insight, and discretion they demand.”
01
We believe every company deserves governance free from oppression, mismanagement, or internal warfare.
02
We act swiftly to assert your rights, whether through strategic negotiation, buyout facilitation, or commercial litigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you have any other questions, please email us.
What is an oppression claim under s232 of the Corporations Act?
What if the directors can’t agree on key decisions?
Can I remove a director who is mismanaging the company?
Can minority shareholders force a buyout?
What if there’s no shareholders’ agreement in place?
What is an oppression claim?
Can I be removed as a director or excluded from management?
Contruction
Disputes over estate property development, maintenance, or renovation? We resolve inheritance-related construction conflicts between beneficiaries, executors, and third parties.
Insolvency
Worried an estate lacks funds to meet debts or claims? We assist in navigating insolvent estates, balancing creditor rights with fair beneficiary entitlements.
Director & Shareholder Disputes
When a deceased held business interests, disputes often arise. We help executors, shareholders, and family members resolve company-related estate entitlements clearly and fairly.