Big changes are coming from 1 July 2025 — are you ready? From tax and super updates to privacy law reforms, there are several key legal changes that could impact your business. This blog highlights what you need to know and simple steps you can take now to stay ahead.

Choosing between sole trader or company for your coaching business? The right legal structure can protect your assets, support your growth, and save you money long-term. Read this blog to get the right information early.

Major legal changes are rolling out for small businesses in 2025—from wage compliance and privacy laws to unfair contract terms and industry-specific bans. This blog outlines what creative service providers in Australia need to know to stay compliant.

Do you know your legal obligations to contractors? From correct classification to payment and safety duties, staying compliant is key. Read this blog to avoid misclassification risks and ensure fair treatment—your business deserves protection.

Is Your Copywriting Agreement Legally Sound? New unfair contract term laws mean copywriters must ensure their agreements are fair—or risk penalties. One major issue? Termination clauses. Many contain unfair terms that could be unenforceable. This blog covers what makes a contract term unfair and how to protect your business.

As an interior designer in Australia, protecting your business with proper legal documentation isn't just good practice—it's essential for success and risk management. The blog outlines the key legal documents every interior designer needs.

In business, maintaining clear professional boundaries isn't just good practice, it’s essential for long-term sustainability. This is a lesson I've learned the hard way, multiple times, until it finally stuck. In this blog I share these insights, along with practical tips for maintaining stellar service, structured communication, and energetic balance.

As a business owner in today's digital age, your website serves as your virtual shopfront. While most business owners focus on design and content, many overlook one crucial element: properly drafted Website Terms and Conditions (Website Ts & Cs). Let's clear up some common misconceptions and explain why these terms are essential, not optional.

As a business lawyer for coaches, creatives, and consultants, I've seen the potential pitfalls of making guarantees that go beyond what any coach or service provider can reasonably deliver. In this blog, I outline why it's essential to get clear on what you can and can't promise—and how doing so can set you up for a successful, legally sound coaching business.

We all know the impact of great marketing, stunning portfolios, and glowing testimonials. But there’s a powerful tool that many interior designers overlook – their legal documents. Yes, you heard that right! In this blog, I explain why your contracts, proposals, and terms and conditions can be the secret to taking your business to the next level.

Treating legal document templates as DIY projects risks costly mistakes. Legal contracts need personalisation and industry-specific details to safeguard your business. Generic templates often lack essential provisions and can jeopardise enforceability. Instead, invest in tailored legal documents through Legals By Design® to ensure robust protection for your business and avoid potential disputes.

When I talk to small business owners, a common theme emerges: the desire for growth. So, drawing from what I have seen in both this business, and my just over 20-year legal career, I’m sharing my five tips for navigating fast business growth to ensure long-term, sustainable success.