Michael Battersby

Michael Battersby serves as a Senior Lawyer at Bateman Battersby Lawyers, where his extensive experience in family law and business law is acknowledged by both peers and clients. Since obtaining his law degree from the University of Sydney, Michael has built a reputation for handling sensitive family law cases with professionalism and empathy. He frequently shares his knowledge at family law conferences, benefiting colleagues and the broader legal community. As a founding partner with over 40 years in legal practice, Michael has carved a distinguished career in business law and property law. He is recognised for his exceptional skills in commercial transactions and providing strategic legal advice tailored to businesses. His educational foundation includes degrees in Economics and Law from the University of Sydney, and he holds accreditations as a Specialist in Business Law and Property Law from the Law Society of NSW. Michael's practice encompasses diverse business and property-related matters such as sales and purchases of businesses, commercial and retail leasing, franchising, property transactions, business structures, and succession planning. He is also adept at commercial law and contract negotiations, offering practical, commercially focused advice to a wide range of clients from small enterprises to large corporations across various industries. Admitted to both the Supreme Court of New South Wales and the High Court of Australia, Michael is an Accredited Mediator in Commercial Disputes, further enhancing his ability to offer comprehensive solutions. His membership in professional organisations such as the Law Society of New South Wales, the Nepean Hawkesbury Law Society, the Law Council of Australia, CPA Australia, and the Taxation Institute of Australia underscores his commitment to the profession. Michael's approach is driven by the goal of providing strategic legal solutions that foster long-term business success and bring clarity to complex transactions.