Sierra Legal
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Sierra Legal

Sierra Legal

location
Melbourne, VIC | Newcastle West, NSW | South Brisbane, QLD
Click to Reveal Phone Number+61 3 91..

About Us

Sierra Legal, a boutique commercial and corporate law firm based in Melbourne, was established in 2010 with a mission to provide high-calibre legal advice through a modern and innovative lens. The firm is renowned for its expertise in mergers and acquisitions, including private equity and investment transactions, capital raisings, and corporate restructures. With a strong emphasis on transparent and flexible pricing, Sierra Legal offers both fixed fees and customised monthly plans to suit a diverse clientele. The firm's approach is distinctly senior-led, ensuring that each client receives attention from lawyers with over a decade of experience, avoiding the common practice of delegating tasks to juniors. This commitment to excellence is further exemplified by its pragmatic, commercially oriented services. The team is adept at handling an array of legal matters, ranging from the drafting and negotiation of commercial contracts, such as customer and supplier agreements, to executive services agreements and commercial leases. In the realm of technology and IT law, Sierra Legal excels in managing software and SaaS agreements, platform and cloud agreements, and IT outsourcing procurement. The firm's proficiency extends to intellectual property, privacy and data security, offering comprehensive advice on APP compliance, breach readiness, and cross-border data transfers. Clients benefit from a wealth of knowledge in competition and trade practices, compliance with the Corporations Act and ASX Listing Rules, and navigating IPOs and backdoor listings. Sierra Legal’s innovative edge is further highlighted by the development of Arreis Automation, an automated contract and document generation tool that enhances the efficiency and quality of document production. The firm’s technologically savvy team, many of whom possess coding and technical backgrounds, positions Sierra Legal at the forefront of delivering results-driven, client-oriented services, without the pressures of traditional big-firm billing practices.

Practice Areas

Commercial Law
Intellectual Property

Specialisations

Commercial Law

Sierra Legal provides comprehensive commercial law services with a strong focus on mergers and acquisitions, private equity, and investment transactions. The firm’s senior-led approach ensures that clients benefit from extensive experience, enabling tailored advice for complex corporate matters. This includes navigating capital raisings, corporate restructures, and drafting essential governance documents, all delivered with a commitment to transparency and client-oriented solutions. In addition to traditional commercial law services, Sierra Legal adeptly handles technology and IT law, covering agreements related to software, cloud services, and AI governance. The firm’s expertise extends to intellectual property licensing, privacy compliance, and advice on competition and trade practices, providing a holistic legal framework for businesses. With the integration of Arreis Automation, Sierra Legal enhances efficiency in document production, ensuring high-quality results while maintaining a modern and flexible service model for clients.

Intellectual Property

At Sierra Legal, our team brings extensive experience in intellectual property licensing and commercialisation, empowering clients to effectively navigate the complexities of protecting and monetising their innovations. We understand the intricacies of drafting and negotiating agreements that safeguard your intellectual assets while also enhancing their value in the marketplace. Utilising a modern approach, we ensure that our clients are well-informed about their rights and obligations, providing tailored solutions that align with their business objectives. Our commitment to leveraging technology enhances our ability to deliver efficient outcomes, making the process of managing intellectual property both seamless and effective.

Our Team

Craig Sanford

Craig Sanford

Director

locationMelbourne, VIC

Specialises in

Commercial LawIntellectual Property
Mike Jeffery

Mike Jeffery

Director

locationMelbourne, VIC

Specialises in

Commercial LawIntellectual PropertyEmployment Law
Kenneth Gitahi

Kenneth Gitahi

Director

locationMelbourne, VIC

Specialises in

Commercial Law

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Office Locations

Melbourne, VIC

LocationLevel 15, 461 Bourke Street, Melbourne, VIC
Click to Reveal Phone Number+61 3 91..

Newcastle West, NSW

Location2 Dick Street, Newcastle West, NSW
Click to Reveal Phone Number+61 2 40..

South Brisbane, QLD

LocationLevel 1, 88 Tribune Street, South Brisbane, QLD
Click to Reveal Phone Number+61 7 35..

Practice Categories

Commercial Law
Intellectual Property
  • Disputes
  • General Advice
  • Patents and Trademarks