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At Davoren Associates, our dedicated Solicitors offer a wide range of legal services for both individuals and businesses alike. Whatever your legal issue, our Solicitors and support staff will strive to provide you with the best possible result.

» Conveyancing » Commercial Litigation
» Debt Recovery » Corporations Law
» General Litigation » Defamation
» Family Law » Drink Driving Charges
» Leasing » Criminal Law
» Securities » Business Purchase / Sale
» Traffic Charges » Building Disputes
» Personal Injuries » Franchising
» Wills & Estates  


Conveyancing

Buying or selling your home or investment property is possibly the biggest financial transaction of your life. So finding the right Solicitor to help guide you through the steps involved is extremely important.

At Davoren Associates, we strive to ensure that your conveyance will be completed with the minimum of fuss and worry. We take care of all of the essential steps including perusing and advising you about the contract prior to signing; preparing all of the necessary transfer documents; liasing with your bank regarding finance; and organising the settlement of your contract. We keep you informed at all times of the progress of your matter.

Areas of Expertise:

Buying and Selling of your Home/Land
Buying and Selling of your Investment property, including Units.

Key Personnel:

Michael Coman, Partner
Ambre Langdown, Paralegal
Wendy Brandon, Conveyancing Manager


Personal Injuries

Areas of Expertise:
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Falls in public places, eg. shopping centres
Accidents at work
Criminal Compensation

Key Personnel:

Michael Coman, Partner

 



Debt Recovery

If you or your business is getting nowhere chasing a debt, Davoren Associates can help to recover your money.

In some instances, a demand letter from our firm will encourage payment, at a minimal cost to you. The earlier you begin to pursue the debt, the better chance you have of recovery.

In other cases, where a stubborn debtor is involved, we have extensive experience in all Queensland Courts to enforce payment to you. It is important that you retain all documents evidencing the debt, and that you pinpoint who your debtor is, ie. an individual, business or company, so that recovery efforts can be expedient.

Areas of Expertise:

Recovery of unpaid accounts for your business;
Recovery of money for property damage;
Preparing a Demand Letter;
Preparing Court Documents and enforcing payment.

Key Personnel:

Michael Coman, Partner
Ambre Langdown, Paralegal


Wills and Estates

It is most important to you, and your family, that you have a current Will.

With a Will in place, your assets will pass to those family members and friends that you intend to benefit. You can nominate a Trustee to administer your affairs, a Guardian to take care of any infant children, and give your personal effects and family heirlooms to loved ones upon your death. You can also nominate your burial or cremation wishes.

Without a legal Will, you Estate is managed according to the Successions Act, and your personal wishes, in most cases, will not be met.

Having a legal Will also assists your family, who will know exactly what your wishes are, easing the burden on them during their difficult time.

Most Wills are relatively simple to prepare and incur only a small fee from us. More extensive Wills can be prepared including Testamentary Trusts, Estate planning and Tax minimisation in large estates.

Managing the Estate of a deceased family member can be harrowing. Davoren Associates can assist in the prompt and careful distribution of assets to the beneficiaries. We have extensive experience in managing Estates including obtaining Probate or Letters of Administration, distributing assets and finalising affairs.

Areas of Expertise:

Preparation of Wills;
Preparation of Memorandum of Wishes;
Testamentary Trusts;
Assisting Testators to administer Estates;
Obtaining Probate or Letters of Administration.

Key Personnel:

Michael Coman, Partner
Robyn Black, Solicitor
Ambre Langdown, Paralegal
Wendy Brandon, Paralegal


General Litigation

Disputes can arise under many circumstances. Davoren Associates can provide advice and assistance to resolve your dispute quickly and costs effectively.

With considerable experience in negotiating an operational resolution, our Solicitors can help to minimise the distress, nuisance and cost to you.

If necessary, we can proceed in Court action for you, and fight your case with the tenacity required for a speedy resolution. In all litigation cases, it is most important that you keep detailed notes of any altercations or discussions in relation to the dispute so that this evidence can be used to enforce your argument.

Areas of Expertise:

Letters of Demand;
Negotiations with the other side;
Preparation of Court documents;
Representation in Court.

Key Personnel:

Michael Coman, Partner
Robyn Black, Solicitor


Commercial Litigation

In the business world, time is money. If your business is weighed down with disputes with competitors, suppliers, or customers, let Davoren Associates strive for a speedy and cost effective solution.

We can quickly proceed to resolve disputes through negotiation, and if necessary, Court proceedings. In all litigation cases, it is most important that you keep detailed notes of any altercations or discussions in relation to the dispute so that this evidence can be used to enforce your argument. Let us take care of those menacing disputes, and you can get back to business.

Areas of Expertise:

Letters of Demand;
Negotiations with the other side;
Preparation of Court documents;
Representation in Court.

Key Personnel:

Michael Coman, Partner


Family Law

At Davoren Associates we realise that involvement in family law proceedings can be one of the most emotional, stressful and turbulent times of your life.

Family law issues impact on all the family, not only the parties involved but children and extended family members and affect every aspect of daily life from home life, the workplace and school.

We realise that at this difficult time of your life you need clear, honest advice which informs you and gives you the ability to make the necessary decisions that will affect the futures of yourself and your children.

At Davoren Associates we are committed to act in the best interests of our client and keep you advised of the progress of the matter to enable you to make informed choices.

It is our policy to encourage negotiation rather than litigation, however if it appears that quick decisive action is required to gain an outcome, we have the skills and the expertise to obtain court intervention to ensure a fair and just outcome to any dispute.

Areas of Expertise:

Children's Residency & Contact Issues
Dissolution of Marriage
Property Division / Settlement
Defacto Property Settlement
Defacto Co-habitation Agreements
Defacto Separation Agreements
Pre-Nuptial Agreements
Recognised Agreements

Key Personnel:

Robyn Black, Solicitor


Leasing

The leasing of a business premises involves the negotiation of terms, preparation of the lease documentation, and registration of same.

We can advise you on the right type of lease for your business - Retail, Industrial, or General Tenancy. We will ensure that the Title is correct and look over the terms of the lease to ensure fairness.

Davoren Associates can assist in organising a lease for your business to move into new premises, or renew the lease of your current premises.

Areas of Expertise:

Preparation of Lease documentation;
Perusal and advice on lease terms and conditions;
Registration of Lease documents with the Department of Natural Resources.

Key Personnel:

Michael Coman, Partner
Ambre Langdown, Paralegal


Corporations Law

If you are wishing to form a Company or make changes to the Company details, shareholding or directorship, we can assist.

Davoren Associates can help with the creation of a Company, including preparation of the appropriate forms and organising the Constitution and Company Seal.

We can also lodge any ASIC forms required for any changes made to the Company Register.

Areas of Expertise:

Creation of a Company;
Preparation of ASIC Corporation documents.

Key Personnel:

Michael Coman, Partner


Securities

Davoren Associates undertakes the Mortgage work for Assured Management Limited, Heritage Building Society Limited and individual clients.

We prepare and complete all documents necessary for securing loans by way of a Bill of Mortgage, Guarantee, Company Debenture or similar security.

Areas of Expertise:

Preparation of Mortgage documents.

Key Personnel:

Michael Coman, Partner
Wendy Brandon, Paralegal


Drink Driving Charges

A drink driving charge may cost you more than just your licence. At Davoren Associates we understand that you may need a driving licence to carry out your work, and without it, your job may be on the line.

If you find yourself in this situation, our Solicitors can assist in obtaining for you a Work Licence for use only during work hours and for work purposes.

Contact Davoren Associates to discuss the nature of your charge and how we can help you to minimise the damage of a drink driving offence.

Areas of Expertise:

Preparing an Application for Work Licence;
Appearing in Court on your behalf.

Key Personnel:

Michael Coman, Partner
Robyn Black, Solicitor


Traffic Charges

If you do a lot of driving, chances are you have committed a few traffic offences. If these mount up and all of your points lost, you may be disqualified from driving. We can assist in defending any Disqualification Notice.

If your job depends on you having a driver's licence, then let us help you obtain a Work Licence for use only during work hours and for work purposes.

Areas of Expertise:

Appearing in Court on your behalf;
Assisting in defending a Show Cause Notice for licence disqualification;
Assisting in obtaining you a Work Licence;
Revocation of an Absolute Disqualification of licence.

Key Personnel:

Michael Coman, Partner
Robyn Black, Solicitor


Criminal Law

If you find yourself on the wrong side of the law, Davoren Associates can assist in getting you the best result possible.

It is important to contact our Solicitors as quickly as possible so that we can advise you in relation to a Police interview and your rights, and sit in on that interview with you if required.

Our Solicitors have experience in all Queensland Courts and can help defend you in most criminal matters. Please contact Davoren Associates to discuss your defence with our Solicitors.

Areas of Expertise:

Advising you regarding Police Interviews;
Preparing your Defence;
Liasing with witnesses and obtaining statements;
Appearing in Court on your behalf;
Briefing the right Barrister if necessary to assist in your Defence.

Key Personnel:

Michael Coman, Partner
Robyn Black, Solicitor


Business Purchase / Sale

Buying a business is often less risky than starting your own business from scratch. However, buying a business is not free of risk. There are many factors to consider when buying a business, including the terms of the lease (if the premises are leased), your business structure (ie: will you operate as a partnership, trust, company or sole trader) and licensing requirements (if any).

Selling a business also embraces may aspects. First and foremost is getting the contract right and ensuring that proper disclosures are made in respect of the business such as the registered business name, the lease, inventory etc.

It is always recommended to seek the assistance of professionals such as accountants and solicitors before your sign a contract to ensure that your rights are protected.

Areas of Expertise:

Buying and Selling of your Business
Advice on preparing contracts
Restructuring

Key Personnel:

Michael Coman, Partner
Ambre Langdown, Paralegal


Building Disputes

Often builders and owners come head to head during the progress of works under a building contract. This can lead to lengthy delays and increased cost on the part of each party. Davoren Associates has had extensive experience in building disputes over the 20 years. If your building contract has come to a holt call us now for effective and efficient advice.

Areas of Expertise:

Preparing Building Contracts

Key Personnel:

Michael Coman, Partner


Franchising

There are a lot of factors to consider when buying a franchise, a lot more than just buying a business. Setting up your own franchise can also be complex and you must ensure that proper disclosure is made in accordance with the statutory requirements. Davoren Associates has considerable experience in franchise transactions. We strive to ensure that your franchising transaction runs smoothly and that your rights are always protected along the way.

Areas of Expertise:

Buying / Selling Your Franchise
Preparing Disclosure Statement & Franchise Agreement

Key Personnel:

Michael Coman, Partner

Whatever your legal query, contact Davoren Associates to obtain solid advice at a reasonable price.