Business Succession vs Estate Planning: Why the Difference Matters for Business Owners

Business Succession and Estate Planning: Not the Same Thing Many business owners use the terms business succession planning and estate planning interchangeably. While they are closely connected, they serve very different purposes and address different risks. Understanding the distinction is essential for protecting your business, your family, and the legacy you’ve worked hard to build. […]

Testamentary Trusts for Business Owners: When They Make Sense

For many business owners, estate planning involves more than simply deciding who receives their assets. A well-structured estate plan should also consider asset protection, taxation, and long-term control. One option often worth considering is a testamentary trust. What Is a Testamentary Trust? A testamentary trust is a trust created through a Will that comes into […]

Key Clauses Business Owners Should Always Check Before Signing

Business owners regularly enter into contracts – whether with suppliers, clients, or service providers. However, many agreements are signed without fully understanding the clauses that matter most if something goes wrong. Three provisions deserve particular attention: termination rights, indemnities, and restraint clauses. Each can significantly impact your risk exposure, your financial position, and your ability […]

Vendor Finance: Selling Your Business to an Employee

Selling your business to an employee can be a practical and rewarding succession strategy. It allows for continuity, preserves the culture of the business, and often results in a smoother transition for clients and staff. Vendor finance is often introduced where the buyer cannot fund the full purchase price upfront. In this scenario, the seller […]

AI-Generated Contracts: Why They Can Cost More in the Long Run

AI tools are becoming increasingly popular for business owners, particularly when a quick contract is needed. While they can produce something that looks polished and professional, they often fall short where it matters most. Contracts are not just about wording. They are about risk. What’s the Issue with AI-Generated Contracts? AI can generate a document […]

PODCAST – Conversations with Argon Law | Episode 2: Selling or Succession? Start Early

Selling or Succession? Why Starting Early Is the Key to a Successful Business Exit For many business owners, exiting a business – whether through sale or succession – is one of the most significant financial and strategic decisions they will make. Yet, it’s often left too late. In Episode 2 of Conversations with Argon Law, […]

PODCAST – Conversations with Argon Law | Episode 1: Structuring for Success

Structuring for Success: Getting Your Business Structure Right Choosing the right business structure is one of the most important decisions a business owner will make – yet it’s often misunderstood or left unchecked for too long. In Episode 1 of Conversations with Argon Law, Director John Gallagher is joined by Katrina Brennan from SRJ Walker […]

Buying a Business? Why Due Diligence is Essential

Buying a business is an exciting opportunity, but it also carries risks. Without proper investigation, you may inherit problems you didn’t anticipate – from hidden debts to unfavourable contracts. That’s where due diligence comes in. What is Due Diligence? Due diligence is the process of thoroughly investigating a business before you commit to buying it. […]

Shareholder Disputes: How to Avoid Them

Are you a shareholder or director? Understanding your rights and obligations is essential to maintaining strong business relationships and avoiding costly disputes. Why Disputes Arise Even the most successful businesses can be derailed by disagreements between shareholders. Conflicts often stem from unclear expectations, misaligned goals, or a lack of transparency. Without proper planning, these issues […]

Estate Disputes – Family Provision Applications in Queensland

Being left out of a loved one’s will can be distressing – especially if you believe you were unfairly excluded or not adequately provided for. In Queensland, the law recognises that certain people may still have a right to claim. This process is called a Family Provision Application (FPA), and it comes with strict rules […]

Reverse Mortgages vs. Standard Mortgages: What’s the Difference and What are the Risks?

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Business Succession vs Estate Planning: Why the Difference Matters for Business Owners

Testamentary Trusts for Business Owners: When They Make Sense

Key Clauses Business Owners Should Always Check Before Signing

Vendor Finance: Selling Your Business to an Employee

AI-Generated Contracts: Why They Can Cost More in the Long Run

PODCAST – Conversations with Argon Law | Episode 2: Selling or Succession? Start Early

PODCAST – Conversations with Argon Law | Episode 1: Structuring for Success

Buying a Business? Why Due Diligence is Essential

Shareholder Disputes: How to Avoid Them

Estate Disputes – Family Provision Applications in Queensland

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