Corporate, Property, Banking & Finance Lawyers
GRM LAW advises private lenders, developers, funds & private businesses on complex transactions & regulatory matters across Australia.
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Deep expertise across corporate, banking & finance, property and related commercial work.
Private Lenders & Non‑Bank Finance
Strategic loan, security & enforcement advice for private credit funds, family offices & non‑bank lenders across Australia.
Property Development & Projects
End‑to‑end legal support for property developers from site acquisition & approvals through to construction, sales, leasing & disputes.
Business Acquisitions & Disposals
Buy‑side & sell‑side advice on business and share sales, from initial structuring and due diligence through to completion.
Corporate & Commercial Advisory
Ongoing corporate, governance & commercial contracts advice for private companies, family businesses & investors.
Structuring & Asset Protection
Structuring businesses, investments & personal wealth to manage risk, protect assets and support long‑term succession.
Franchising
Establishing, growing & restructuring franchise networks, including franchise agreements, disclosure, compliance & exits.
IP & Technology
Protecting and commercialising intellectual property, software & technology through tailored licensing, development & sale agreements.
Cyber & Privacy Law
Legal‑first breach response, privacy compliance, AI governance & cyber risk advisory for boards, directors & businesses across Australia.
Who We Act For
We act for clients who need senior attention on high‑value corporate, banking & finance, property, franchising, IP and structuring matters.
Private Lenders & Credit Funds
Credit funds and non‑bank financiers issuing secured loans, managing complex security stacks and enforcing their rights across portfolios.
Property Developers & Real Estate Funds
Developers and real estate fund managers executing residential, commercial and industrial projects, structuring joint ventures and managing significant property portfolios.
Private Companies, SMEs & Corporate Groups
Established Australian enterprises and corporate groups managing supply chains, commercial contracts, governance, compliance and strategic transactions.
Family‑Owned Businesses & Family Groups
Multi‑generational businesses and family groups navigating succession, internal buy‑outs, governance and the transfer of significant business and investment assets.
Startups, Founders & Growth Companies
Early‑stage and growth‑stage ventures in technology, eCommerce, gaming and other innovation sectors, protecting IP, raising capital and preparing for strategic exits.
High Net Worth Individuals & Investors
Sophisticated investors, shareholders and private backers deploying capital into businesses and property, and structuring complex personal and family asset portfolios.
Franchisors, Franchisees & Master Franchisees
Start‑up and national franchisors, master franchisees, franchise buyers and existing franchisees establishing, growing, buying or exiting franchise networks and sites.
Professionals, Directors & Medical / Allied Health
Company directors, medical and allied health professionals and other practitioners with personal exposure from governance duties, frontline services and professional risk.
Selected Transactions
A sample of matters we have advised on for lenders, developers, funds and national brands.
Private Credit & Real Estate Finance
Banking & finance and real estate transactions for private lenders, funds and sponsors.
- Banking & finance loan and mortgage transactions for private lenders, acting on 2–3 commercial loans per week.
- Ongoing loan structuring and documentation for private credit funds and family‑office lenders, including secured facilities, guarantees and PPSR registrations;
- Enforcement and recovery matters for secured lenders, including default management, mortgagee sales and PPSA enforcement processes;
- Loan management, variations and default notices for private lenders across established portfolios.
Property Development & Industrial Projects
Development projects, industrial strata and key site acquisitions.
- Complete development work for the Yarrabilba Industrial development (45 strata industrial units).
- Complete development work for the 17 Middle Rd Industrial development (38 strata industrial units).
- Complete development work for Smartstores@Citiswich (50 strata industrial units).
- Complete development work for Smartstores@Metroplex.
- Complete development work for Zen Sherwood Apartments.
Real Estate Funds & Commercial Property
Development projects, industrial strata and key site acquisitions.
- Acquisition of 307 Queen Street, Brisbane ($113m) for GDI Property Group.
- Acquisition of 50 Cavill Avenue, Surfers Paradise ($48m) for GDI Property Group.
- Acquisition of 235 Stanley Place, Townsville ($53.5m) for GDI Property Group.
- Sale of 307 Queen Street, Brisbane ($141m) for GDI Property Group.
- Acquisition of UGL Rail Services for GDI Property Group.
Business Sales, Acquisitions & Roll‑Ups
Corporate transactions for national brands, regional businesses and growth companies, with close to 100 buy‑side and sell‑side acquisitions completed to date.
- Veterinary clinic acquisitions and continued business expansion for Greencross (GXL).
- Business sales and acquisitions for national brands including Andersens Carpets.
- Australia & New Zealand acquisitions and expansion work for Bailey Nelson.
- Orthodontic business acquisitions and expansion for Dental Partners.
- Acquisitions and restructures for Place Real Estate and other agency groups.
Healthcare, Allied Health & Childcare
Aggregations and growth strategies in healthcare, allied health and early education.
- Establishment and growth of Medpods Medical Centres, including Arndale (Adelaide) and Maroochydore.
- Capital raising advice and physiotherapy and pilates aggregations for Momentum Health.
- Childcare centre acquisitions for Early Learning Services (ELY).
- Structuring and acquisition of childcare centres for Foundation Early Learning (FEL).
- Podiatry clinic acquisitions for My Foot Doctor.
Franchising, Retail & Growth Companies
Franchising, capital raising and structuring for consumer and technology businesses.
- Establishment of Master Franchise and management buyout of LensPro Australia.
- Franchising and expansion work for Bailey Nelson across Australia & New Zealand.
- Advising on Laser Clinic franchise matters.
- Capital raising for Next World.
- Structuring and advising on the Elara AI and Chatti businesses.
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Why Choose GRM LAW
01. Specialist Focus
Corporate, banking & finance, property and structuring are the core of what we do, not side practices.
02. Boutique Service, National Reach
Direct partner involvement on every matter, advising clients across Queensland and throughout Australia.
03. Commercial, Not Academic
Advice grounded in how deals are actually done and enforced, not just how they look in theory.
04. Proven Track Record
Significant experience acting for private lenders, developers, funds and national brands on high‑value transactions.
Meet Our Founder
Gavin McInnes is the founding partner of GRM LAW and an Accredited Specialist in Business Law. For nearly 20 years he has advised private lenders, developers, funds, business owners and high net worth families across Australia on corporate, banking & finance, property and structuring matters.
Recognition & Awards
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What Our Clients Say
Books By Gavin McInnes
Practical guides on structuring, asset protection and private credit in Australia.
Protect Your Assets
A plain‑English guide to protecting your home, business interests and investments under Australian law. Written for business owners, professionals and families who want to keep what they’ve built safe from avoidable risk.
Private Credit In Australia (Coming Soon)
A forthcoming guide to structuring, documenting and managing private credit transactions in the Australian market, written for lenders, sponsors and their advisers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of clients does GRM LAW act for?
We primarily act for private lenders and credit funds, property developers and project sponsors, real estate fund managers and investors, private and family‑owned companies, and high net worth individuals and family groups.
Which areas of law do you focus on?
Our core focus areas are corporate and commercial advisory, banking & finance, property and projects, business transactions (acquisitions and disposals), structuring & asset protection, franchising and IP & technology‑driven commercial arrangements.
Do you only act in Queensland?
No. GRM LAW is based in Brisbane but advises clients across Queensland and throughout Australia. Many of our matters involve national businesses, interstate projects and counterparties in multiple jurisdictions.
What size of matters do you typically handle?
Most of our work involves high‑value or strategically important matters – from private credit facilities and development projects through to business sales, acquisitions, restructures and asset protection plans. If you’re unsure whether your matter is the right fit, we’re happy to have an initial discussion.
Do you act on both transactional work and disputes?
Yes. GRM LAW handles both transactional and disputes work, particularly where the dispute arises from our core practice areas. We regularly act in construction and development disputes, enforcement and recovery matters for secured lenders, and corporate or shareholder disputes.
How do you usually engage with new clients?
We typically start with an initial discussion to understand your objectives, structure, timeframe and any existing documentation. We then propose a clear scope, fee structure and timeline. For many clients we act as ongoing advisers; for others we are engaged for specific transactions or projects.
What fee arrangements do you offer?
We use a mix of hourly rates and fixed or capped fees, depending on the nature of the work and how predictable the scope is. For well‑defined transactions we will usually provide a scoped estimate or fixed fee. For ongoing advisory work we agree parameters up front so there are no surprises.
Will you work with my existing accountant and advisers?
Yes. Effective structuring, asset protection and transaction work usually requires input from your accountant and, in some cases, financial adviser. We are used to working as part of a wider advisory team so that legal, tax and commercial considerations are aligned.
Who will actually do my work?
Every matter has direct partner involvement. Day‑to‑day work may be supported by other lawyers or external specialists where appropriate, but we do not “warehouse” matters – you will know who is responsible and who to contact.
How do conflicts of interest get handled?
We follow strict conflict‑checking procedures. If a conflict arises or we cannot act for any reason, we will let you know as early as possible and can, where appropriate, suggest alternative firms.
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