Hey there! I am commericial lawyer working at Sanicki Lawyers and have 5 years experience practising in Melbourne. I predominately focus my practice in franchising, acting for both franchisors and franchisees.
Australia operates one of the most highly regulated franchise sectors in the world. I assist both domestic and international businesses to understand and navigate the compliance requirements of entering into or expanding within the Australian market.
My experience across franchising, corporate/commercial law and commercial leasing enables me to deliver well-rounded, practical and commercially-focused advice. I work closely with clients to understand their businesses and objectives, ensuring my advice aligns with their broader strategic goals.
The areas of service i provide to clients includes the following.
Franchising and IP Licensing:
Acting for franchisors, franchisees, master franchisees and area developers.
Preparing, reviewing and negotiating franchise agreements and ancillary documentation.
Advising on the establishment and structuring of franchise systems in Australia.
Providing guidance on compliance with the Franchising Code of Conduct, including updating agreements and disclosure documents and advising on whether licensing or other arrangements fall within the Code.
Managing franchise disputes, including early-stage negotiations and mediations.
Advising on intellectual property licensing arrangements.
Corporate and Commercial law advice:
Advising on small to medium business sales and purchases.
Assisting with share sale and unit sale transactions.
Drafting and negotiating shareholder, partnership and unitholder agreements.
Establishing Australian companies and advising on corporate structuring.
Commercial Property & Retail Leasing:
Acting for both landlords and tenants in retail and commercial leasing matters.
Advising on leasing disputes and negotiations.
Sanicki Lawyers is a creative firm with talented lawyers that assist me to provide a high standard of legal services and support to my clients in all areas of practise. We are transparent with clients on costs and provide fee options such as fixed fees based on the scope of work for many services, or realistic cost estimates which gives our clients certainty as to costs and the ability to monitor and budget for their costs.
