Civil & Commercial Litigation
LAC’s approach is to avoid litigation unless circumstances dictate otherwise. Our focus is on finding fast, effective solutions to disputes whilst achieving the best results for our clients for the least cost. Each client has special needs which we acknowledge and if litigation is the best means available to resolve the matter, then, this approach will be adopted. At all times we are working in our clients’ best interests whether acting for plaintiffs or defendants.
We are able to assist with the following litigation matters:
- Appearances
- Arbitration and Mediation
- Class/Representative Action
- Compliance
- Corporate Recovery
- Defamation
- Disputes Resolution
- Enquiries/Investigations
- Insolvency
- Insurance Claims
- Litigation
- Product Liability
- Trade Practices
We also have access to an extensive panel of experts to assist in some areas of civil and commercial litigation.
Dispute Resolution & Litigation Services
Inevitably dispute does arise against individuals, businesses, governmental and non-governmental bodies. Disputes can be any grievance in respect of the other party's action or inaction as a result of which you have been affected.
What you have suffered may be monetary or non-monetary loss. The loss could be as a result of a breach of contract or it could that a body failed to make a correct decision in accordance to the law.
There are various ways in which the dispute can be resolved:
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Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) - ADR offers several options in resolving the dispute without going to Court. The result could be more cordial or less acrimonious than litigating in the Court.
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Tribunals & Commissions - there are various tribunals and commissions set up by the government to investigate, review or enforce not only the decisions of the governmental departments or statutory bodies but also to seek remedy or relief against other individuals or businesses.
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Ombudsman & Other Offices - the government has also set up numerous other offices to assist individuals and businesses in respect of review of grievances against various governmental departments or statutory bodies.
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Courts - the courts in Australia provide an adversarial process where each party can present its case to the magistrate or the judge for a result in favour of one of the parties to the proceedings in accordance with the evidence presented and the applicable law.
Alternative Dispute Resolution mechanisms
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Conciliation
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Mediation
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Expert Determination
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Arbitration
Tribunals & Commissions
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Administrative Appeals Tribunal (Cth)
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Administrative Decisions Tribunal (NSW)
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Australian Competition Tribunal (Cth)
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Consumer, Trader and Tenancy Tribunal (NSW)
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Community Services Appeals Tribunal (NSW)
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Dust Diseases Tribunal (NSW)
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Government and Related Employees Appeal Tribunal (NSW)
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Guardianship Tribunal (NSW)
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Mental Health Review Tribunal (NSW)
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Copyright Tribunal (Cth)
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Defence Force Discipline Appeals Tribunal (Cth)
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Migration Review Tribunal (Cth)
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National Native Title Tribunal (Cth)
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Refugee Review Tribunal (Cth)
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Social Security Appeals Tribunal (Cth)
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Victims Compensation Tribunal (NSW)
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Industrial Relations Commission (NSW)
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Australian Industrial Relations Commission (Cth)
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Workers Compensation Commission (NSW)
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Independent Commission against Corruption (NSW)
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Human Rights & Equal Opportunity Commission (Cth)
Ombudsman & Other Bodies
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Commonwealth Ombudsman
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Credit Ombudsman Service Limited
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Insurance Ombudsman Service Limited
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Banking & Financial Services Ombudsman
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Private Health Insurance Ombudsman
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Telecommunications Industry Ombudsman
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Ombudsman's Office (NSW)
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Energy & Water Ombudsman (NSW)
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Produce & Grocery Industry Ombudsman
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Financial Co-operative Dispute Resolution Scheme
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Australian Designs Office
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Australian Patents Office
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Australian Takeovers Panel
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Australian Trade Marks Office
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Federal Privacy Commissioner
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NSW Privacy Commissioner
Courts
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Local (Magistrate's) Court of NSW
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Chief Industrial Magistrate's Court of NSW
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Children's Court of NSW
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Coroner's Court of NSW
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District Court of NSW
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Drug Court of NSW
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Land & Environment Court of NSW
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Supreme Court of NSW
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Family Court of Australia
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Federal Magistrates Court of Australia
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Federal Court of Australia
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Industrial Relations Court of Australia
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High Court of Australia
Please call LAC Lawyers for expert advice in resolving any dispute that you may have.
Contact us now for Fast, Accurate and Timely legal advice
Phone LAC Lawyers on NSW 1300 799 888 or VIC 1300 734 638 or send us an email
Civil & Commercial Litigation Articles
Am I Being Sued?
Date: March 26, 2010
Author(s): Pheba Netto LL.B. (Hons)
This is the question that one would often ask yourself when you receive a letter from a legal firm. Many people often receive mail, emails, faxes, notifications etc in their mail or by personal service, courier and several other methods notifying them that legal action has commenced or that it is being contemplated. To the ordinary man on the street, this alone can cause a lot of stress and worry and be the root of unnecessary panic and anxiety.
Business Law - Personal Guarantees & Indemnity
Date: August 04, 2009
Author(s): LAC Lawyers
If you are a supplier of goods and operate your business on a credit system then it pays to protect your position in relation to your debtors. The following scenario depicts a common occurrence in the supplier/purchaser market leading to frustration and ultimately loss of moneys owning.
Commercial Litigation: When is your lawyer not really your lawyer?
Date: May 19, 2008
Author(s): Michael Pickering B.A., LL.B. (Hons.), LL.M., M. A.
Over the last decade, there has been enormous growth in the appointment of in-house lawyers employed by corporations to provide a range of legal services from corporate covenants to debt collection to litigation support and advice. These lawyers are generally called in-house or general counsel.
In Brief - The Steps Involved in Commencing and Running a Civil Action
Date: March 15, 2010
Author(s): Pheba Netto LL.B. (Hons)
A brief rundown of the steps involved in running a cicil action. For more information fill free to call LAC Lawyers on 1300 799 888. LAC Lawyers = RESULTS
Reversal Of Effect Of Sons Of Gwalia Decision - Ending Of Equal Ranking Of Shareholder Claims With Claims Of Unsecured Creditors In Corporate Insolvency
Date: July 30, 2010
Author(s): Michael Pickering B.A., LL.B. (Hons.), LL.M., M. A.
The Corporations Act will be amended so as to reverse the decision of the High Court of Australia in Sons of Gwalia v. Margaretic. The Sons of Gwalia decision determined that, in a corporate insolvency, certain shareholder claims against a company rank equally with the claims of other unsecured creditors.
Success in an Appeal to a University Body for an Accusation of Plagiarism
Date: August 04, 2009
Author(s): Michael Pickering B.A., LL.B. (Hons.), LL.M., M. A.
The Benefits of Hiring A Lawyer
Date: August 16, 2006
Author(s): LAC Lawyers
The old adage “you get what you pay for” is as true today as it has ever been.
The Civil Procedure Act 2005 (NSW)
Date: September 26, 2005
Author(s): LAC Lawyers
The Civil Procedure Act 2005 (NSW) commenced operation on 15 August 2005. The Act represents a major progression in the regulation of civil litigation in NSW. For the first time in history civil proceedings in the Supreme, District and Local Courts and the Dust Diseases Tribunal will be governed by one set of common rules.
What to expect when you call LAC Lawyers
Date: December 13, 2006
Author(s): LAC Lawyers
LAC Lawyers is a full service firm dedicated to the provision of superior legal services in Australia. Our aim is to provide unrivalled client satisfaction coupled with high quality service and advice. When you call LAC Lawyers our friendly reception staff will spend time with you to identify the area of law your enquiry relates to then pass you on to one of our qualified solicitor's who can help you.
Why stay with your lawyer
Date: August 01, 2006
Author(s): LAC Lawyers
The lawyer/client relationship is a personal one and there are many reasons which will dictate who you can and cannot work with. If you don’t like your lawyer, should you change? Ultimately, the relationship between a lawyer and client must be built on mutual trust.