Competition & Consumer Law

Competition and consumer law in Australia is complex, highly regulated, and constantly evolving. Whether you are a business navigating compliance obligations or an individual seeking to enforce your rights, the consequences of getting it wrong can be significant. 

We advise individuals and businesses on rights and obligations relating to defective goods, misleading conduct, and unfair practices. Whether you are seeking a refund, replacement, or compensation—or responding to a claim—we provide practical guidance tailored to your situation.

Allegations of misleading or deceptive conduct can arise in many contexts, including advertising, negotiations, and contractual dealings. We assist in both bringing and defending claims, with a focus on resolving disputes quickly and effectively.

Standard form contracts must comply with strict legal requirements. We advise businesses on drafting compliant terms and assist clients in challenging or enforcing contracts where unfair terms are in issue.

We assist businesses in responding to investigations and inquiries by regulators, including the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC). We also provide proactive compliance advice to minimise risk and ensure your business meets its legal obligations.

Where disputes arise, we represent clients in negotiations, mediations, and court proceedings. Our focus is on achieving commercially sensible outcomes, whether through early resolution or strong advocacy in litigation.

 We assist with a broad range of competition and consumer law issues, including:

• Misleading or deceptive conduct claims 
• False or misleading advertising 
• Consumer guarantees and defective products 
• Unfair contract terms 
• Supply and distribution disputes 
• Competition issues, including anti-competitive conduct