Business Purchase and Sale Agreements

Buying or selling a business involves making significant commercial decisions, with complexity around business structure, risk and timing that can affect value and outcomes throughout the transaction lifecycle.

We help:

  • Navigate the sale process with clarity around timing, structure and your obligations
  • Understand how risk and responsibility transfer under the sale documentation before and after completion
  • Progress the transaction toward completion with greater clarity and without unnecessary friction
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We Understand What You Are Going Through

Buying or selling a business can be an exciting step, but it often brings pressure and uncertainty as the transaction takes shape. As a seller, you may be focused on value, timing, and limiting post-sale exposure while seeking to secure a clean exit. As a purchaser, you may be weighing risk, responsibility, and how the business will operate after completion.

Both sides can feel pressure from competing timeframes, negotiations, and evolving deal terms. It is not always easy to see where legal issues may arise, or which decisions could have lasting consequences for the business or the transaction.

Business sale contracts play a central role in defining obligations, allocating risk, and setting out how a transaction will be completed. Understanding how these documents operate in practice helps buyers and sellers make informed decisions and avoid unintended consequences.

We understand that transactions move quickly and circumstances can change. We help you work through the legal and commercial considerations in a calm and practical way, so decisions are made with clarity and confidence as the deal progresses.

Our Services Include

  • Advising on the legal steps and considerations involved in buying or selling a business
  • Assisting with negotiations and due diligence
  • Preparing, reviewing, and negotiating business sale and purchase contracts
  • Advising on key contractual provisions that allocate risk and responsibility between the parties
  • Clarifying obligations that arise before and after completion
  • Guiding the transaction through to completion
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We speak your language. That means plain, clear advice - what’s happening, why it matters, and what comes next.

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    You’ll discuss your situation in depth with a senior lawyer. This includes exploring your requirements, goals, and desired outcomes. You’ll walk away from this meeting with a clear understanding of the next steps.
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Your Sale of Business Contract Is In Safe Hands

Are you looking to negotiate a sale contract for business purposes, but unsure where to start? Velocity Legal specialises in business sale agreement matters; from the background checks to the final signature, we will take care of everything.

When choosing a lawyer, it’s important to focus on experience and expertise to ensure you get great value for your money. Our team of specialists have worked with many clients to bring a satisfactory conclusion to each contract for sale of business case.

With us, you will benefit from our extensive work on pre-transaction preparation. We’ll navigate the complex business of organising all pre-sale paperwork. This not only ensures that the business sale agreement is an open and transparent process, but it also protects you from future legal issues related to a poorly organised sale. Read More

Our team ensures a smooth transition by exploring all avenues and being attentive to all auxiliary concerns that may arise. We’ll help you navigate the complexities of tax liability while making your interests our top priority.

Why Choose Velocity Legal for Your Business Sale Agreement?

Selling your business can be a significant decision that requires expert legal guidance. Not only do you want the best deal, but you also want the peace of mind that all of your conditions are satisfied. That is what you get with Velocity Legal. We are a boutique team, with specialists in multiple legal areas. Our commercial contract lawyers are subject-area experts with years of experience, that will directly benefit you.

As a boutique firm, we offer:

  • Subject-matter experts with extensive commercial contract experience
  • Personalised attention to your unique business circumstances
  • Thorough examination of all legal aspects of your sale
  • Timely completion of necessary due diligence
  • Risk mitigation strategies tailored to your situation

Our priority is to solve your legal issues by thoroughly examining your case and leaving no stone unturned while we navigate the complexities. Our team will reduce your legal risk by completing all necessary due diligence in a timely and effective manner.

We understand that creating a sale contract for business is not always straightforward, that’s why we focus on quality rather than quantity. Where other firms pile cases on their lawyers’ desks to churn through, we ensure our team has a healthy, balanced workload — so you get the benefit of their full attention while they are working on your case.

This attention to detail guards you against future legal issues related to your business sale agreement. Over time, paying for a good lawyer with extensive knowledge can save you money because we give you agreements that are highly specific and relevant to your unique sale. We avoid all cookie-cutter type agreements and negotiations, as this approach does leave you open to future liability.

Schedule a Free Consultation to Find Out More About Contract for Sale of Business

When you’re looking for a business sale lawyer to help you complete a sale of business contract, it pays to work with a specialised team. Not only will Velocity Legal complete all necessary pre-agreement due diligence, but we will also help cover your future interests by safeguarding your contract to include all relevant aspects.

Book a free 15-minute consultation with our team today to find out how we can help you move your case forward towards a satisfactory conclusion. Read Less

Frequently Asked Questions
When should legal advice be obtained in a business sale?
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It is often helpful to obtain legal advice early, particularly before terms are agreed or documents are signed. Early advice can help identify issues, manage risk, and support smoother negotiations as the transaction progresses.
What issues usually arise during a business sale?
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Business sales often involve questions around price, timing, conditions, risk allocation, and post-sale obligations. These issues commonly arise as negotiations progress and due diligence reveals how the business operates in practice and how risk is allocated under the proposed contract.
How does the sale process differ for buyers and sellers?
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Buyers and sellers often focus on different aspects of the transaction. Buyers may be concerned about what they are acquiring and potential exposure, while sellers often focus on exit terms and limiting ongoing obligations. A clear transaction structure and well-drafted sale documentation helps balance these interests.
When do legal documents become important in a business sale?
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Legal documents play an important role from the early stages of a transaction through to settlement. They record agreed terms, allocate risk, and set out what happens if expectations are not met, which is why understanding their role at each stage is important.
What happens after settlement in a business sale?
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After settlement, there may be transitional arrangements such as handover periods, restraints, or ongoing obligations. Understanding these elements helps both parties plan for what comes next once ownership has transferred and the business begins operating under new ownership.

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