Business & Structuring

Operating and running a successful business can be rewarding and fulfilling; but often stressful and confusing.  The Business Law team at Southern Waters Legal understand commercial, business and corporate transactions. We can assist your business to flourish with the legal framework.

Business and Structuring Law, Southern Waters Legal

Our Specialists in Business Law can advise you on:

Business Structuring Advice

Company, Trust, Partnership, whether you are starting or acquiring a new business, our dedicated commercial lawyers can provide you with advice on the most appropriate structure for your circumstances.

Business Succession Planning

We can help you create a financial, management and tax plan that covers a planned or unplanned exit. A successful Succession Plan will allow for an orderly transition of ownership whilst retaining the value of the business.

Partnership & Shareholder Agreements

Make sure you and your business partners avoid future uncertainties with a properly drafted Partnership or Shareholders Agreement.

Commercial Contracts

Our business lawyers can assist you to draft, review or negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts.

Buying & Selling Businesses & Franchises

We help clients buy and sell businesses and franchises of all sizes and nature.

OUR BUSINESS LAW SOLICITORS

LEGAL INSIGHTS

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Wills & Estates – Live Webinar

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JOIN OUR TEAM

Southern Waters Legal has multiple offices across Sydney, including Cronulla, Sydney CBD, Avalon and Menai. Our team is enthusiastic, energetic, and excellent at what we do. Not only do we provide expert legal advice, but we also offer an empathetic and highly personalised service.

We are always on the lookout for new talent, so if you would like to join our team, please email your resume to: careers@southernwaters.com.au.

Simon and Leona Bennett Southern Waters Legal
CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES:
Senior Legal Secretary – Family Law (Cronulla)

The Role

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced and proactive Senior Legal Secretary to join our busy Family Law team in our Cronulla office.

The successful candidate will have proven experience, with the ability to work autonomously and be an organised individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, takes initiative, and enjoys being part of a collaborative and supportive team. 

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide high-level secretarial and administrative support to our Family Law team
  • Draft, review, and prepare correspondence and legal documents
  • Prepare and file Court documents
  • Liaise with clients, Courts, Solicitors and Barristers
  • Manage diaries, appointments, and deadlines
  • Audio/dictaphone typing and document management
  • Assist with billing, accounts and general administration tasks

Selection Criteria

  • Proven experience supporting senior solicitors in Family Law
  • Strong communication, organisational and time management skills
  • High attention to detail and accuracy
  • Professional, proactive and positive attitude
  • Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
  • Team player who values collaboration and client service excellence

Benefits and Culture

  • A supportive, team-focused, and value-driven culture
  • Opportunities for growth and career progression
  • Regular social events
  • Beachside location in Cronulla
  • Modern office space with leading-edge technology supported by IT
  • Access to on-site gym and pool
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Birthday leave
  • Convenient public transport and parking options nearby

Our Values

  • A supportive, team-focused, and value-driven culture
  • Opportunities for growth and career progression
  • Regular social events
  • Beachside location in Cronulla
  • Modern office space with leading-edge technology supported by IT
  • Access to on-site gym and pool
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Birthday leave
  • Convenient public transport and parking options nearby
Mid-Senior Solicitor – Family Law (Cronulla)

The Role

Our award-winning Cronulla beachside office is seeking a passionate and energetic full-time Solicitor to join our dynamic legal team. This role offers the successful candidate excellent exposure to high-quality family law matters, along with ongoing support and mentorship from our experienced team.

The role will involve applying excellent technical expertise and client-focused skills across a range of family law matters, including:

  • Parenting arrangements
  • Property settlements
  • Divorce matters
  • Child support
  • Asset protection
  • Binding financial agreements
    Mediations and court appearances

Selection Criteria

  • Relevant experience providing high-quality legal advice in Family Law
  • Display initiative and enthusiasm
  • Confident and professional manner
  • Ability to work around tight deadlines
  • Excellent communication and organisation skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Positive attitude

Benefits and Culture

  • A supportive, team-focused, and value-driven culture
  • Opportunities for growth and career progression
  • Regular social events
  • Beachside location in Cronulla
  • Modern office space with leading-edge technology supported by IT
  • Access to on-site gym and pool
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Birthday leave
  • Convenient public transport and parking options nearby

Our Values

We live and work by our values, which underpin our successful culture:

  • Integrity
  • Excellence
  • Empathy
  • Can-Do Attitude
  • Communication & Teamwork

To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume to careers@southernwaters.com.au. Only successful candidates will be contacted.

 

Mid-Senior Solicitor – Estate Planning

The Role

Our busy legal team is seeking a passionate and energetic full-time Solicitor. Opportunities are available at both our Sydney CBD office and our beachside Cronulla location.

The role involves applying excellent technical expertise and client-focused skills across a range of estate planning matters, including:

  • Asset protection
  • Wills and complex estate planning, including testamentary trusts
  • Incapacity planning
  • Succession planning for companies and trusts
  • Probate and estate administration
  • Estate litigation disputes
  • Superannuation

 

Selection Criteria

  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in estate planning or related areas
  • Demonstrated initiative, enthusiasm, and strong problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to collaborate within a team while working autonomously
  • Hardworking and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
  • Alignment with our shared values

Benefits and Culture

At Southern Waters Legal, we are committed to remaining at the forefront of technology while fostering a supportive and flexible workplace. Our management team fosters an environment where staff can thrive, providing a professional setting that prioritises growth, development, and success.

  • Supportive, team-focused, and value-driven culture
  • Opportunities for growth and career progression
  • Regular social events
  • Choice of beachside Cronulla or central Sydney CBD location
  • Modern office space with leading technology and IT support
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Birthday leave
  • Convenient public transport and parking options

Our Values

We live and work by our values, which underpin our successful culture:

  • Integrity
  • Excellence
  • Empathy
  • Can-Do Attitude
  • Communication & Teamwork

To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume to careers@southernwaters.com.au. Only successful candidates will be contacted.