White Cleland Pty Ltd

Melbourne, VIC | Rosebud, VIC | Frankston, VIC

03 9600 ..

About Us

White Cleland Pty Ltd is a dynamic mid-sized law firm with a strong presence in Victoria, including fully integrated offices in Melbourne CBD, Frankston, and Rosebud. The firm comprises approximately 40 experienced lawyers, client service, and administration staff, underpinned by a heritage of over 100 years. This background equips White Cleland to deliver practical, pragmatic, and sensible legal solutions while supporting ongoing professional development, including Law Institute Accredited Specialists and Registered Trade Marks Attorneys. The firm provides comprehensive legal services across a broad array of practice areas. It offers robust commercial advice, adeptly handling projects of varying scales across both business and personal client matters. The firm's expertise encompasses dispute resolution and litigation, insolvency and debt management, intellectual property, property and conveyancing, workplace and employment matters, alongside wills, probate, and estates. White Cleland serves a diverse client base spanning public companies, financial institutions, government departments, community organisations, family businesses, and individuals. Emphasising approachability and responsiveness, the firm prioritises expert service delivery. In the realm of business law, the team offers strategic advice across all business dimensions, from start-up issues and ongoing management to compliance aspects, commercial transactions, and dispute resolution. Services include company formation, restructuring, sales, acquisitions, franchising, leasing, and various other facets crucial to business success. In dispute resolution, the firm provides both advice and court representation, focusing on maximising client returns or minimising losses through realistic guidance and effective dispute management. For debt recovery, White Cleland employs a range of methods to ensure timely invoice payments, offering guidance on debt recovery while minimising associated costs. Their property and conveyancing services tackle complex transactions, providing risk mitigation and peace of mind from residential conveyancing to large-scale developments. In workplace and employment matters, the firm advises on employment rights and obligations, ensuring compliance with ever-evolving workplace legislation. They offer services in contract preparation, negotiations, and resolving employment disputes efficiently, reducing the risk of costly litigation. Finally, the firm’s expertise in wills, probate, and estates ensures that clients' wealth and property are managed according to their wishes. From preparing complex wills and testamentary trusts to navigating probate processes, White Cleland supports families in honouring and executing their loved ones' last wishes.

Practice Areas

Commercial Law

Employment Law

Estate Planning

Intellectual Property

Litigation & Disputes

Property Law

Specialisations

Commercial Law

White Cleland provides comprehensive commercial law services tailored to meet the diverse needs of businesses, from small enterprises to large corporations. Our experienced team offers practical advice on a wide range of issues, including company formations and restructuring, franchising, and commercial leasing. We focus on facilitating smooth transactions and resolving disputes effectively, ensuring that clients receive timely and results-oriented support in all aspects of their business operations. In addition to transaction support, we excel in resolving conflicts through various means, including mediation, arbitration, and litigation. Our approach is grounded in clear communication and realistic assessments of prospects, allowing us to maximise returns or minimise losses for our clients. With a strong foundation in commercial debt recovery and a thorough understanding of the complexities surrounding property transactions, White Cleland is committed to providing strategic legal solutions that protect your business interests.

Intellectual Property

At White Cleland, our approach to intellectual property law focuses on protecting and managing the valuable assets that businesses create. We provide comprehensive guidance on a range of intellectual property matters, including trademark registration, licensing agreements, and protection strategies that align with your business goals. Our team works closely with clients to ensure that their innovations are safeguarded from infringement, enabling them to leverage their intellectual property for competitive advantage. We understand that the landscape of intellectual property is continually evolving, and our experienced lawyers are well-equipped to navigate these changes. Whether you’re looking to secure rights in new technologies, enforce your intellectual property against infringers, or negotiate complex licensing agreements, we offer practical and effective legal solutions tailored to your specific needs.