Contract & Debt Recovery
Letters of Demand & Pre-Action Strategy
Clear demands, evidence packs and response timelines designed to encourage prompt payment and early resolution.
Contract Drafting, Variations & Enforcement
Tight clauses, variation controls and practical remedies where contractual obligations are not performed.
Breach, Repudiation & Termination Advice
Step-by-step guidance to preserve rights, mitigate loss and terminate lawfully where appropriate.
Settlement Deeds & Releases
Firm, enforceable deeds with payment schedules, securities, releases and default triggers.
Payment Plans & Forbearance Agreements
Structured arrangements that support recovery while protecting your legal and commercial position.
Director Guarantees & Indemnities
Preparation, review and enforcement of guarantees and indemnities to expand recovery options.
Statutory Demands & Winding Up
Preparation, service and response management under the Corporations Act for corporate debt recovery.
Bankruptcy Notices & Creditor’s Petitions
End-to-end conduct of personal insolvency pathways directed to recovery and creditor protection.
Court Proceedings for Debt Recovery
Local, District and Supreme Court proceedings from filing through to judgment and recovery.
Summary Judgment Applications
Swift applications where there is no real defence on the merits and early judgment is available.
Default Judgment & Set-Aside Strategy
Fast tracking to default judgment and strategic response to set-aside applications.
Enforcement of Judgments
Tailored enforcement roadmaps based on the debtor’s assets, income position and commercial circumstances.
Examination Notices & Orders
Compelling disclosure of assets, income, liabilities and financial records to inform enforcement.
Garnishee Orders
Recovery from wages, bank accounts and third-party debts where garnishee relief is available.
Writs for Levy & Possession
Sheriff enforcement against goods and land where seizure or sale is an appropriate recovery step.
Charging Orders & Caveats
Securing debts over real property, shares and other interests to improve recovery prospects.
PPSA Security & Retention of Title
Drafting, registration and enforcement strategies to preserve priority and protect ownership interests on the PPSR.
Priority Disputes & PMSI Strategy
Resolving competing security interests and perfecting PMSIs to protect recovery and priority outcomes.
We also advise on settlement strategy, security position, insolvency pathways, enforcement options and priority disputes.
Time-Based Fees
Our fees are generally calculated by reference to the time required to complete the work and the seniority of the lawyers involved.
Generally applies to: disputes, litigation, urgent matters and work where the scope may develop as the matter progresses.Fixed or Staged Fees
Fixed or staged fees may be available for clearly defined work where the scope, assumptions and required deliverables can be identified in advance.
Availability depends on: the nature of the work, certainty of scope, urgency and any material assumptions or exclusions.Scope, Costs & Funding Requirements
Before substantive work begins, we discuss the proposed scope, likely costs and any funding requirements relevant to the matter.
Confirmed in writing: the applicable charging basis, scope of work and relevant costs information are set out in the engagement documentation.The appropriate fee basis depends on the scope, complexity, urgency, evidence, procedural requirements and the work required. Any available fixed or staged arrangement is confirmed in writing.
Latest legal insights
Recent commentary on disputes, transactions, regulation and legal developments relevant to businesses and individuals.
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Minority Shareholder Oppression
An overview of oppressive conduct and the remedies available under the Corporations Act.
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Shareholder Disputes
Common causes of shareholder disputes, warning signs and the available pathways to resolution.
Our Legal Process
The legal system can be complicated and overwhelming, but MC Lawyers & Advisers is here to help you navigate it. Here is our clear, secure and efficient process.
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Initial triage assessment & conflict checks
We identify you, confirm we can act, discuss your matter, and ascertain your objectives.
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Strategy & scope
We outline options, define the scope and costs, and agree on a tailored strategy.
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Evidence & preparation
We collect documents, contact key parties, and prepare filings.
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Resolution & updates
We pursue negotiation, mediation or court, and keep you updated at every milestone.