Brisbane’s Leading Corporate Restructuring and Insolvency Lawyers
STRATEGIC · ACCESSIBLE · DETERMINED
Gear & Co is an expert litigation and insolvency law firm in Brisbane.
Our success, and the trust our clients place in us, is a product of our experience, our technical discipline, and our dedication to achieving successful outcomes.
Our insolvency lawyers act for insolvency practitioners, companies, directors, business owners and individuals in complex insolvency, restructuring and commercial litigation matters and disputes.
When the stakes are high, we provide clear strategy, direct advice and determined representation.
Strategic
We understand the litigation process,
and how to achieve your objectives
in conditions of uncertainty.
Accessible
We make ourselves available to you when you need us.
Determined
We press each advantage.
Our Services
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Our commercial litigation team has a reputation for being technically excellent, strategic and relentless in the pursuit of favourable outcomes for our clients.
We act for private companies, listed companies, financial institutions, directors, shareholders and individuals across a broad range of commercial disputes.
Our lawyers have experience in complex contractual disputes, shareholder and director disputes, debt recovery, misleading and deceptive conduct claims, professional negligence claims, enforcement proceedings and urgent court applications.
When litigation cannot be avoided and court proceedings are necessary, we deliver strategic and effective representation to protect your position and drive your desired outcome.
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Our insolvency lawyers have extensive experience across all facets of insolvency and restructuring law.
We predominantly act for insolvency practitioners, including liquidators, administrators and trustees in bankruptcy. We also accept instructions from directors, business owners, creditors and individuals seeking guidance or representation through insolvency processes.
Our work includes liquidations, voluntary administrations, bankruptcies, statutory demands, winding up applications, insolvent trading claims, voidable transactions, public examinations and recovery proceedings.
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Our professional staff are recognised by clients and colleagues as experts in insolvency law, and trusted advisers to insolvency practitioners across Australia.
We understand the need to provide insolvency practitioners with reliable guidance and precise representation in a complex and continually shifting legal landscape.
We act in investigations, examinations, recovery actions, unfair preference claims, uncommercial transaction claims, insolvent trading matters and disputes involving directors, creditors and related parties.
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Although we traditionally act for insolvency practitioners, we also accept instructions from business owners and directors seeking guidance or representation through insolvency processes.
We advise on creditor pressure, statutory demands, winding up proceedings, restructuring options, director duties, insolvent trading risk and responses to liquidator claims.
Early advice can assist business owners and directors to understand their position, assess available options and act before those options narrow.
Why Choose Gear & Co
Gear & Co is recognised for our technical excellence in high-stakes commercial disputes and insolvency matters. We understand that these matters are often urgent, complex and commercially sensitive. Our role is to bring clarity to the issues, identify the available advantages and pursue them with precision. Get in touch for clear advice, strategic foresight, and accessible representation at every stage.
Our People
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Chad Gear
Partner
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Greg Grunert
Partner
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Aman Singh
Associate
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Madeline Crnkovic
Lawyer
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Gina Grant
Office Manager
Frequently Asked Questions
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Our insolvency lawyers in Brisbane work with directors, creditors, and insolvency practitioners to find practical, commercially focused solutions in challenging financial circumstances. This includes advising on restructuring options, creditor negotiations, voluntary administration, liquidation, and bankruptcy. We focus on helping clients understand their position early, minimise risk, and take decisive action to protect their interests and achieve the best available outcome.
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There are several reasons why a business or individual may become insolvent. Common warning signs include consistently overdue payments to suppliers, landlords, or contractors, regularly overdrawing accounts or receiving default notices, and falling behind on tax or superannuation obligations. For a more detailed overview, read our blog on top warning signs of insolvency. If you are experiencing any of these issues, seeking legal advice early can help you understand your options, minimise risk, and protect your position.
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If you or your company are experiencing financial difficulties, it is important to seek legal advice as early as possible.
Early advice can help you understand your position, meet your obligations, and assess available options such as negotiating with creditors, restructuring arrangements, or exploring formal insolvency processes including bankruptcy, voluntary administration, or liquidation. Contact us today to organise a consultation with one of our insolvency lawyers in Brisbane.
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Yes, directors can be held personally liable for company debts.
This can occur where directors allow a company to trade while insolvent, breach their directors’ duties, or receive a Director Penalty Notice from the ATO for unpaid PAYG, GST, or superannuation. Personal liability may also arise where a director has provided personal guarantees or entered into specific contractual obligations.
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Commercial litigation is the process of resolving business and corporate disputes.
This can include contract disputes, shareholder and partnership disputes, debt recovery, and property disputes. Disputes may be resolved through negotiation or mediation, however court proceedings may be required where a resolution cannot be reached. Our commercial litigation lawyers act for private and listed companies, financial institutions, and individuals, providing strategic legal representation focused on achieving practical and commercially effective outcomes.
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Yes. Gear & Co acts for shareholders and partners in complex business disputes involving private companies and commercial relationships.
These disputes often arise from disagreements over control and management, exclusion from the business, profit distribution issues, or disputes about share ownership and valuation. They may also involve partnership breakdowns and buy-out negotiations.
Our lawyers focus on resolving matters efficiently and strategically, whether through negotiation or court proceedings where required. Learn more about our shareholder and partnership dispute services here.
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Yes. Gear & Co offers a no-charge initial discussion to understand your situation, assess your position, and outline your available options. This allows us to identify the key issues early and provide clear, practical advice on next steps. Contact us to book your initial consultation with our insolvency and commercial litigation lawyers today.
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Contact our team of experience litigation and insolvency lawyers in Brisbane to gain clarity and understand your next steps.