Commercial Litigation & High-Value Family Law
Pentana Stanton Lawyers acts for business owners, directors and professionals in commercial disputes and complex family law matters involving significant assets.
We work with clients whose matters require strategic thinking, technical depth, and discretion. Our practice focuses on commercial law and family law, with particular experience in matters where the two intersect: business ownership in separation, high-asset settlements, shareholder disputes, and the complex personal decisions of business owners and professionals.
Commercial Law
Strategic legal advice for business owners, directors and professionals in commercial disputes, shareholder matters, business transactions and the legal complexities of running a company.
- Commercial Litigation
- Shareholder Disputes
- Director Duties
- Business Sales & Acquisitions
- Contract Disputes
- Corporate Insolvency
Family Law
Strategic advice in high-asset family law matters, including property settlements and disputes involving business interests, trusts and complex financial structures.
- Divorce & Separation (Complex Matters)
- Property Settlements (High-Asset)
- Binding Financial Agreements
- Litigation Funding
- Parenting Matters (Complex & High-Conflict)
- Estate Litigation
Business Interests in Family Law Matters
Commercial considerations in complex family law disputes
Some family law matters involve business interests, corporate structures or significant financial assets. We advise on issues including business ownership in divorce, the protection of business assets during separation, and the treatment of trusts and companies in family law proceedings.
A considered approach to complex matters
Strategic from the outset
We start with the outcome. Every matter is approached with a clear view of what success looks like and the most direct path to get there.
Technical depth
Complex matters require technical fluency. Our work is grounded in legislation, current authority, and a deep understanding of how courts actually decide these cases.
Discretion and judgement
Sensitive matters require sound judgement. We work quietly, manage information carefully, and make decisions that protect our clients’ interests beyond the immediate dispute.
Recent thinking from our team
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Speak with our team about your matter.
Initial consultations are confidential. We work with clients across Victoria from our Melbourne and Dandenong offices.