Business Details
Your Trusted Law Firm in Burnie, Tasmania
Whitelaw Legal Group is a law firm singularly dedicated to helping business owners in NW Tasmania. Our practice is built on a foundation of alternative dispute resolution, mediation, and proactive legal strategies tailored to the unique needs of small and medium enterprises. With over 30 years of legal experience, our principal lawyer brings a wealth of expertise in commercial law, family law, employment law, and building disputes. We operate under an 8-step system designed to resolve disputes efficiently, prioritizing early intervention and cost-effective solutions.Our open-door policy ensures clients can consult with us anytime without charge, and our value guarantee ensures fees are only charged upon delivering tangible results. We specialize in navigating complex legal challenges while maintaining transparency, fostering trust, and prioritizing client outcomes over adversarial litigation.
Services
Business Law
Family Law
Building Disputes
Employment Law
Will & Estate Disputes
Mediation Services
Contract Review
Defamation Law
Intellectual Property
Highlights and features
- We implement an 8-step dispute resolution system for efficient outcomes.
- Our team consists of certified experts with 30+ years of legal experience.
- We provide 24/7 personalized client support with no upfront fees.
- Our focus on NW Tasmania ensures deep local market understanding.
- We guarantee value delivery with no fees unless results are achieved.
Associations and certifications
- National Accreditation Mediator
- Rule 9 Mediator in Tasmania
What people say
Saved my business
No legal jargon
Achieved the best outcome
No upfront fees
Deep local understanding
Services
Business and Commercial Law
Whitelaw Legal Group specializes in business and commercial law, offering tailored solutions for contract disputes, shareholder agreements, and corporate governance. Our team ensures compliance, mitigates risks, and resolves conflicts efficiently. Clients benefit from strategic advice focused on protecting assets and fostering sustainable growth for businesses in NW Tasmania.
Family Law Disputes
Our family law services address property settlements, parenting arrangements, and divorce proceedings with sensitivity and expertise. We prioritize mediation to minimize stress and costs while safeguarding client interests. Our approach ensures fair outcomes aligned with legal frameworks and the unique needs of Tasmanian families.
Building Dispute Mediation
We resolve building disputes through mediation and early intervention, focusing on delays, defective work, and contract breaches. Our process reduces litigation risks, saves costs, and maintains relationships between parties. Clients receive practical solutions tailored to Tasmania's construction industry challenges.
Employment Law
Our employment law expertise covers contracts, unfair dismissal claims, and workplace policies. We help businesses prevent disputes through proactive compliance strategies and represent clients in tribunal proceedings when necessary. Services include drafting agreements and resolving conflicts efficiently.
Will and Estate Disputes
We assist clients in challenging or defending wills, family provision claims, and probate matters. Our team emphasizes out-of-court resolutions to preserve estate value and family relationships. Legal strategies ensure fair distribution aligned with Tasmanian succession laws.
People
Christopher Whitelaw
Principal and Legal Practice Director
Christopher has 30+ years of experience as a commercial lawyer, mediator, and barrister. He holds a Master of Laws degree and is a nationally accredited mediator in Tasmania. His expertise spans dispute resolution, business law, and family law.
TingTing Cao
Executive Assistant and Paralegal
TingTing holds a Master of Business degree and specializes in client care, appointment scheduling, and file management. She speaks fluent Mandarin and supports clients with administrative and legal documentation needs.
Questions
What areas of law does Whitelaw Legal Group specialize in?
We specialize in business law, family law, employment law, building disputes, will and estate disputes, and mediation services tailored to NW Tasmania.
How does your 8-step dispute resolution system work?
Our system includes diagnosis, triage, prognosis, blueprint creation, agreement, containment, management, and resolution to resolve disputes efficiently within 6-8 weeks.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide a free initial consultation to discuss your case and develop a roadmap for resolution.
Can you handle disputes without going to court?
Yes, we prioritize mediation and alternative dispute resolution to avoid litigation and reduce costs for clients.
What makes your firm different from other law practices?
We focus on NW Tasmania, offer a value guarantee, and use proactive strategies to deliver results without upfront fees.
