Duncan Lawyers and Associates

About us

Duncan Lawyers and Associates (DLA) is a boutique law firm committed to providing independent legal, commercial and strategic advice primarily within the clean energy and carbon sectors. The firm also offers a broad range of corporate and commercial legal services to private clients, including expertise in construction law, conveyancing, wills and probate, administration of estates, leasing matters, and general commercial and financial transactions. With a strong focus on delivering sustainable, value-driven outcomes, the team at Duncan Lawyers and Associates brings international experience in renewable energy and carbon markets. The firm’s credentials include a Masters degree in Environmental Law, contributions to LexisNexis Energy Law & Policy, and several published articles in international journals on renewables and carbon industries. These qualifications ensure clients benefit from legal advisors who combine practical experience with academic insight and a genuine commitment to client goals. In the clean energy and carbon fields, DLA provides guidance on policy, contractual structures, power purchase agreements, energy procurement contracts, waste off-take agreements, and alternative financing arrangements. They are well-versed in environmental credits such as ACCUs, RECs, ESCs and VEECs, covering both primary and secondary market trading. The team also supports clients with government liaison, financial services advice, and in-house legal services tailored to these sectors. For employment matters, the firm assists with employment agreements, disputes including wrongful or rightful dismissal, General Protections claims, and general employment advice. Private client services extend to property conveyancing, managing building and construction contracts and disputes, commercial leasing, business sales and purchases, dispute resolution, estate planning, trusts, financing documents, and specialised transactions like farm and water licence acquisitions, as well as liquor licensing. DLA’s dispute resolution expertise encompasses debt recovery through both local and Supreme Courts, trust disputes within equity divisions, contractual disputes, and anti-competitive behaviour issues at the Federal Court level. The firm pursues private settlements and offers alternative dispute resolution methods, ensuring pragmatic resolutions while also supporting ASIC compliance and corporate governance matters. Corporate clients benefit from the firm’s knowledge in shareholder and partnership agreements, privacy policies, governance frameworks, in-house legal support, employment contracts, leasing agreements, business transactions, debt recovery, insolvency processes, defamation and anti-competitive law, as well as financial services advice. Duncan Lawyers and Associates distinguishes itself through a tailored approach, combining technical expertise and a genuine commitment to client success in sectors that are evolving rapidly. Their comprehensive service offering ensures clients receive informed, pragmatic and commercially aware legal solutions across a diverse range of legal needs.

Practice areas

Commercial Law

Estate Planning

Specialisations

Commercial Law

Duncan Lawyers and Associates provides comprehensive legal services in commercial law, with a strong emphasis on the clean energy and carbon sectors. The firm’s team is well-equipped to guide clients through complex contractual frameworks, government compliance, and financial transactions, ensuring that each legal solution is tailored to meet the unique challenges of the industries they serve. Their extensive experience is complemented by a deep understanding of relevant environmental credits, contractual agreements, and alternative financing arrangements, positioning them as trusted advisors in the field. Additionally, the firm offers a wide array of corporate legal services, including assistance with shareholder agreements, employment contracts, and dispute resolution. By focusing on effective governance and pragmatic legal strategies, Duncan Lawyers and Associates supports clients through various business challenges, from property transactions to debt recovery. Their blend of practical experience and academic insight empowers clients to navigate the complexities of commercial law confidently.

Estate Planning

Duncan Lawyers and Associates has extensive experience in estate administration and probate, providing clients with clear guidance through the complexities of managing deceased estates. The firm assists with the preparation of wills, applications for grants of probate, and the overall administration of estates, ensuring that all legal obligations are met efficiently and sensitively. With a focus on achieving outcomes that respect the wishes of the deceased while addressing the needs of beneficiaries, the team navigates potential disputes and ensures compliance with relevant laws. Their proactive approach fosters effective communication and problem-solving, allowing clients to move through the probate process with confidence and clarity.