Business Details
50 Years
experience
Your Trusted Melbourne Legal Partner for Business & Property Matters
Established in 1976, Varrasso & Associates has built a reputation for delivering personalized legal solutions with over 48 years of combined experience in commercial, property, and corporate law. Our firm specializes in addressing the unique needs of individuals and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), prioritizing cost-effective strategies while maintaining a commitment to practical outcomes. With expertise spanning business transactions, conveyancing, estate planning, and litigation, we leverage deep industry knowledge to navigate complex legal challenges. Our team, led by principal solicitor Dominic Varrasso, combines decades of practice with membership in professional bodies like the Law Institute of Victoria and PEXA, ensuring clients receive authoritative guidance.We emphasize transparency in all dealings, offering fixed-price conveyancing and tailored fee structures to align with client objectives. Operating across Australian jurisdictions and advising on international matters, we maintain a client-centric approach that values responsiveness and clear communication. Our practice extends to administrative law, bankruptcy proceedings, and financial law, supported by a dedicated team including practice manager Maria Varrasso, a qualified tax agent and public accountant. By integrating legal and financial expertise, we provide holistic solutions that protect client interests in both local and cross-border contexts. This enduring focus on service quality has solidified our position as a trusted legal partner in Melbourne's legal landscape.
Services
Business Law
Conveyancing Services
Property Transactions
Wills & Estate Planning
Commercial Litigation
Taxation Law
Bankruptcy Advice
Administrative Law
Company Incorporation
Lease Agreements
Details
- Year established: 1976
Highlights and features
- We offer over 48 years of experience in commercial and property law.
- Our team provides personalized legal solutions tailored to client objectives.
- We maintain membership in professional bodies like the Law Institute of Victoria.
- Our practice integrates legal and financial expertise for holistic solutions.
- We guarantee transparent fee structures with fixed-price conveyancing options.
Associations and certifications
- PEXA
Services
Business Law
We provide comprehensive business law services including acquisitions, restructuring, and compliance. Our expertise covers company incorporation, directors' liability, and commercial contracts. With decades of experience advising SMEs, we deliver practical solutions for business transactions and regulatory compliance.
Conveyancing Services
Our conveyancing services cover residential and commercial property transactions. We offer fixed-price packages starting at $1,000 plus GST, including vendor statements and pre-purchase advice. As PEXA members, we ensure efficient digital property settlements with professional indemnity coverage.
Estate Planning
We specialize in estate planning solutions including wills, testamentary trusts, and asset protection strategies. Our services address succession planning for businesses and family assets, ensuring compliance with tax regulations and client succession objectives.
Commercial Litigation
We represent clients in commercial litigation matters across all Australian courts. Our practice includes contract disputes, bankruptcy proceedings, and directors' liability cases. We combine courtroom experience with alternative dispute resolution to achieve favorable outcomes for clients.
Taxation Law
Our taxation services cover income tax, capital gains tax, and GST compliance. We advise businesses on tax-efficient structures and represent clients in tax disputes with regulatory authorities, integrating legal and accounting expertise for comprehensive solutions.
People
Dominic A. Varrasso
Principal Solicitor
Established the firm in 1976 with expertise in commercial, property, and taxation law. Holds a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Melbourne and a Graduate Diploma in Business (Accounting). Member of the Law Institute of Victoria and PEXA.
Maria Varrasso
Practice Manager
Manages taxation and accounting practices with a Bachelor of Commerce from Deakin University. Specializes in insurance, commercial law, and accounting as a registered tax agent and member of the Institute of Public Accountants.
Questions
What areas of law does Melbourne Commercial Lawyers specialize in?
We specialize in commercial law, property transactions, estate planning, business law, taxation, and litigation across Australian jurisdictions.
How long has the firm been in operation?
Our principal solicitor established the practice in 1976, with over 48 years of continuous legal service provision.
What are your conveyancing fees?
Standard residential conveyancing starts from $1,000 plus GST, with detailed cost estimates provided upon instruction.
Do you serve businesses outside Melbourne?
While based in Melbourne, we advise on legal matters across Australia and have experience with international jurisdictions.
What qualifications does your team hold?
Our principal holds a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Melbourne and a Graduate Diploma in Business (Accounting).
