Contract Advice and Negotiation

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Not sure what you are signing, or how to push back on the terms. We help businesses review and negotiate contracts in a way that is clear, practical and low stress.

Contract Advice and Negotiation
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Contracts are really about people. They set expectations, protect relationships, and give everyone a clear plan for what happens if things change. When the wording is unclear or one sided, it can create stress, delays, and disputes that cost far more than a proper review up front. We help Sydney businesses put clear agreements in place, so you can move forward with confidence and focus on the work.

Our contract advice is practical and easy to apply. If you are about to sign something and you feel unsure, if a customer or supplier has sent you a contract full of legal jargon, or if you are negotiating a deal that matters to your business, we will explain what it means in plain English and help you get terms that work in real life.

Typical contracts we advise on

We advise across a wide range of everyday business agreements, including:

  • Service agreements and statements of work, including scope, milestones, acceptance criteria and change control
  • Consultancy and independent contractor agreements, including deliverables, confidentiality and IP ownership
  • Supply agreements and procurement contracts, including lead times, specifications, quality issues and returns
  • Terms and conditions, including credit terms, late payment clauses and limitation of liability
  • Distribution and reseller agreements, including territories, minimum performance and brand rules
  • Referral and introducer agreements, including fees, payment triggers and non circumvention
  • Business sale and purchase documents, including heads of agreement, conditions, restraints and handover terms

Peter Flockart

I have found Gouveia Legal to be friendly, professional, and easy to deal with. They go into bat for you when you are facing stiff resistance from other legal firms and come out on top with a result that is much better than you could have achieved. I would recommend them for all legal issues and as in my case property difficulties.

Contract Advice and Negotiation

Frequently 
Asked Questions

How much does a contract review cost in Sydney?

Costs vary depending on the length and complexity of the agreement and whether negotiation support is needed. We can usually provide an upfront estimate after a quick look at the draft and your priorities. In many cases, a targeted review focusing on key risk clauses is a cost effective way to protect your business before you sign.

What if I have already signed and the relationship is getting difficult?

We can review what you signed, explain your rights and obligations, and help you plan the next step. That may involve drafting a notice, negotiating a variation, managing a termination process correctly, or preparing for mediation or court if the situation escalates.

What do you need from me to give advice quickly?

Send the latest draft contract including schedules, any emails or messages that explain the commercial deal, and a short note on what matters most to you. For example price certainty, speed, flexibility, protecting relationships, limiting liability, or keeping ownership of intellectual property. If you have existing terms of trade or a prior agreement, include those too.

I have been sent a contract and it feels one sided. Can you help me push back?

Yes. We review the draft, explain the key terms in plain English, and suggest practical changes you can take back to the other side. If you want, we can also help you negotiate so you can protect your position without turning the conversation into conflict.

When should I speak to a lawyer about a contract?

Ideally before you sign, especially if the deal is high value, long term, exclusive, involves automatic renewals, includes a personal guarantee, or shifts a lot of risk onto you. Getting advice early is usually the simplest way to avoid scope creep, payment arguments, and messy exits later.

Why choose Gouveia Legal?

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