Drafting, reviewing and advising on contracts so you understand your obligations and options, and reduce the risk of costly disputes.
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Contract drafting
Drafting clear contracts that reduce ambiguity and reflect real-world commercial intentions.
Contract review
Reviewing key terms, risks and negotiation points before you sign.
Supplier and service agreements
Practical agreements for ongoing business relationships.
Variation and termination
Advice on changing or ending contracts and managing legal risk.
Breach and enforcement
Guidance on remedies, evidence and next steps where terms are breached.
Dispute prevention
Strengthening clauses to reduce costly disputes down the track.
Strong contracts, clear protection
Contracts should be clear, practical and enforceable, not confusing or overly technical.
At Bedrock Legal Group / BRLG, we draft, review and advise on contracts so you understand your obligations and options, and reduce the risk of costly disputes.
We explain key clauses in plain English, identify commercial risk, and help you negotiate terms that make sense in real life.
Clarity now avoids disputes later
A contract is more than a document; it sets expectations and allocates risk. We help you ensure the contract reflects what the parties actually intend, including scope, price, timing, variations, termination rights and dispute pathways. Where you are being asked to sign a contract prepared by the other party, we identify key risks, explain them clearly, and recommend targeted changes that are commercially realistic.
If a contract is already in place and issues arise, we advise on your rights and remedies, including practical steps to resolve the issue without escalating unnecessarily. Where enforcement becomes necessary, we help you prepare evidence and pursue the most sensible pathway.
Our approach is straightforward: clear drafting, plain English advice, and practical strategies aligned to your commercial objectives.
Contract drafting and review support.
Plain English risk explanations.
Targeted negotiation guidance.
Advice on termination and breach.
Practical dispute prevention clauses.
Proportionate enforcement strategy.
Your Bedrock Team
Meet the team behind Bedrock Legal Group / BRLG. When things feel uncertain, you don’t have to handle it alone. We’re committed to guiding you through each step, so you feel supported, informed, and in control from start to finish.
Brendan Rothschild
Principal Solicitor
Jessica Szylkrot
Practice Manager
Rebecca Rothschild
Business Support Manager
Pavani Weeratunge
Solicitor
Michael Brkic
Solicitor
Tiffany Vainer
Solicitor
Jananie Munasinghe
Solicitor
Thomas Arrigo
Solicitor
Damian Van Gaans
Graduate Lawyer
Chloe Ziola
Bookkeeper
Ellen Creagan
Bookkeeper
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I look for before signing?
Key areas include scope, payment, timeframes, termination, liability and dispute clauses. We’ll review and explain what matters most.
Can you review just the “important clauses”?
Yes. We can provide a targeted review focusing on the highest-risk provisions, aligned to your goals and budget.
What if the other party refuses changes?
We’ll advise on risk, alternatives and negotiation strategy, including whether the deal remains commercially sensible.
What is a termination clause?
It sets out when and how a party can end the contract, including notice and consequences. Poor drafting here often causes disputes.
Can you help if a contract is breached?
Yes. We advise on evidence, remedies and next steps, aiming for practical resolution first where appropriate.
When is something a contract?
A contract is generally formed when there is a clear offer, acceptance, consideration, and an intention to create legal relations. Whether a binding contract exists will depend on the words used, the conduct of the parties, and the surrounding circumstances.
Can a verbal agreement be legally binding?
Yes. A verbal agreement can be legally binding if the essential elements of a contract are present. However, verbal agreements can be harder to prove, which is why written agreements are usually preferable.
Languages
We assist clients from diverse backgrounds and can provide support in multiple languages,
including through interpreters where required.
