Big firm knowledge.
Small firm agility.

As an independent legal firm, we are agile and collaborative. We take the time to go deeper, listen to what you want, have the conversations that need to happen, and always act in your best interest. We use strategy and empathy to deliver sophisticated legal solutions that are designed around your needs and challenges.

As a strong advocate for collaboration, we have worked alongside in-house legal teams, accountants and commercial firms to achieve successful outcomes for clients.

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Our Capabilities

Business advisory

Your partner for a better way forward

We partner with clients, in-house legal teams, managers, CEOs, directors and other key decision-makers to review contracts and assess risk. We are here to work with our clients in making sensible decisions, often avoiding litigation and future challenges.

Commercial dispute resolution

Calm, decisive, and timely action for your commercial dispute

Our solicitors are experienced litigators and negotiators of all types of commercial disputes. Our strength lies in our appreciation of client’s emotional and financial investment in dispute situations and our ability to respond authoritatively as the prosecution or defence team.

Commercial insolvency

Smooth it out with refined solutions and support

We understand that company collapse, no matter what size the organisation, can significantly impact the commercial futures of employees, customers, and suppliers. We're here to work with you to soften the blow of insolvency and achieve the best possible commercial outcomes.

partnership / shareholder dispute

Better decisions for your challenging position

We take the time to listen to our clients and understand how stressful partnership and shareholder disputes can be. There is never one way to solve these situations, and that's ok - we're here to find the right way.

Building and construction

Build the team fit for your challenge

We understand the construction industry – including its risks and opportunities. We regularly assist large and small organisations in protecting their interests and achieving desired commercial outcomes from construction projects.

Family office

Dynamic solutions for your dynamic situation

We are a family run business ourselves, and we have acted for several family offices over the years. These challenges are unique, personal and extremely important - let's get through them together.

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Latest Articles

News and Articles

If your dispute ends up in Court

In today’s climate, an increasing number of disputes are escalating to litigation. Going to court is not only costly but can also be a stressful and intimidating experience.

Cash flow, protecting the lifeblood of the business

Cash flow is often described as the lifeblood of a business. This is especially true for small and medium-sized enterprises.

Caveats – you have options

The placement of a caveat can have significant consequences as it can impact upon you selling or refinancing the property until the issue has been resolved.

ATO disclosing business tax debts to credit reporting agencies

Recently, the ATO has commenced disclosing businesses’ debt information to credit reporting agencies if the business meets certain criteria.

The ATO and Director Penalty Notices – Business as usual

You may have noticed that over the last 12 months the Australian Taxation Office (“ATO”) have returned to “business as usual” in terms of enforcing overdue tax debts.

Small Business Restructuring Process

With the increase in DPNs being issued by the ATO, companies operating small businesses are often faced with a difficult decision to make about whether to place their company into administration or liquidation.

A timely reminder: the ATO and Director Penalty Notices

If you have unpaid tax liabilities, you could be faced with court proceedings, bankruptcy, or in the case of companies, liquidation. Directors may also be personally liable for some tax debts incurred by their company under the Director Penalty Notice (DPN) regime.

PPSA issues in the heavy machinery industry

Understanding and addressing PPSR issues is crucial in the heavy machinery industry to protect the interests of secured parties.

Contractual disputes in the heavy machinery industry

Contracts are a critical aspect of the heavy equipment industry. When contractual disputes arise, it is important to review the terms of the contract, determine the obligations of each party, the timeline for performance and the consequences for any breaches.

The “Road to Recovery” - heavy machinery disputes and the ACL

Previously we highlighted some legal issues that commonly arise in relation to heavy machinery. This week we want to address the Australian Consumer Law (ACL), and its applicability to certain heavy machinery disputes.

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Experienced collaboration

Scoglio Law is wholly owned by our founder and Principal, Tony Scoglio. Tony oversees our firm's strategic and operational management and carefully selects the industry's best and most promising professional personnel, law clerks, paralegal staff, and administrative officers to join our team.

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