Owen Hodge’s lawyers for bankruptcy and commercial disputes provide expert legal services to a wide range of high profile clients, always handling matters with sensitivity and professionalism.
Commercial litigation is a branch of law specialising in legal disputes and conflicts related to businesses. It is more specific than business law, which also includes the drafting of contracts and agreements by our team of commercial lawyers.

Commercial Litigation Lawyers Can Provide Help With:
- Debt recovery
- Contractual and commercial disputes
- Bankruptcy and insolvency
- Business dissolutions
- Employment disputes
- Partnership and shareholder issues
- Trade practices
- Professional negligence claims
- Compliance
- Commercial insurance claims
- Intellectual property disputes
- Trademark and copyright infringement
Why Hire a Sydney Commercial Litigation Lawyer
The main aim of commercial litigation lawyers is to try and resolve disputes and conflicts before they reach court. Owen Hodge’s Sydney-based dispute resolution team acts as a mediator to resolve issues through negotiation. The aim is to achieve outcomes that are satisfactory and beneficial to all parties involved without commencing legal proceedings.
One way disputes and commercial litigation can be avoided is to hire a business law team. They can draft business documents in plain English and state the commercial objectives in a manner that is clear and understandable to all parties.
Commercial litigation can include arbitration and mediation, court appearances and class/representative action.
Our accredited Sydney business contract lawyers represent partnerships, partners and sole proprietors in commercial litigation cases. As accredited bankruptcy lawyers, they can assist with legal matters pertaining to debt collection and insolvency. Contact our Commercial Litigation Team during business hours on 1800 770 780 for practical and commercial advice in relation to all types of commercial litigation. Whatever your dispute, we can help at any stage in the legal proceedings – from mediation through to representation at court hearings.
If you believe a business has committed breach of contract, contact us today for some advice. There are remedies and damages for breach of contract to which you may be entitled.
If you need any assistance with this topic, please contact our commercial litigation lawyers in Sydney today.
Commercial Litigation Lawyers

Rolf Howard
Managing Partner l Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist | Business Advisor | Strategic Governance Consultant
Rolf is the Managing Partner of Owen Hodge Lawyers and a Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) who brings over 35 years of leadership in law, business management, and…
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Roger Harkin
Partner, Commercial Lawyer, Specialist in Commercial Transactions and Contracts
Roger has been a partner of Owen Hodge Lawyers since 1997. He leads the Commercial Property and Business Transactions Team providing expert advice in commercial, rural and industrial…
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Imran Mir
Special Counsel
Imran Mir is a dedicated and commercially focused lawyer with extensive experience in commercial transactions and contracts, including lease negotiations and advisory work for both landlords and tenants.…
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Kristy-Lee Burns
Partner, Commercial & Family Law Specialist
Kristy-Lee Burns is a skilled Family and Commercial Lawyer who joined Owen Hodge Lawyers in 2018. Kristy has trial experience in various complex family law matters involving trusts…
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Richard Farmer
Commercial and Real Estate Consultant
After completing his legal studies with a fine academic record and his admission as a solicitor in 1970, Richard was made a partner in two Sydney firms before…
View BioFrequently asked questions
Owen Hodge’s Commercial Lawyers can advise on whether to litigate a business dispute or any other options available to you regarding your matter.
Owen Hodge’s commercial lawyers will guide you through the relevant steps to take if your business is facing a lawsuit.
The fees for commercial litigation can vary significantly depending on the nature of the case. Get in touch with us for a custom costing agreement regarding your matter.
The duration of commercial litigation can vary significantly depending on the nature of the case.
