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Ardor Legal Ardor legal is a commercial law firm

We understand that innovation benefits businesses, the community and the overall Australian economy; therefore, we are passionate about assisting innovative clients protect their goods and services through registration, contracts, licensing and litigation. Whether you are an entrepreneur, mumpreneur, start up or established business, we can help you and your business by providing up to date and common sense legal advice.

20/10/2026

It’s about time you fell in love with something that loves you back. 😉⚖️

And that, my friends, is a woman-owned and woman-led law firm that genuinely cares about the people behind the paperwork.

At Ardor Legal, we believe good legal advice should feel practical, personal and approachable, whether you’re navigating a business transaction, property matter or planning for what comes next.

So, if you’ve been waiting for a sign to find a legal team that gets it…

Well, it’s about time. 💙

💙 Still waiting for your sign? Here it is. Book your complimentary 15-minute call with Ardor Legal.

20/10/2026

Who would you trust to handle everything when you’re no longer around?

Choosing an executor is an important part of estate planning. It’s not necessarily about choosing someone with legal qualifications. It’s about choosing someone who is organised, capable and prepared to take on the responsibility of administering your estate.

An executor may need to locate assets, deal with debts and paperwork, communicate with beneficiaries and help ensure your wishes are carried out.

It’s a role that can involve significant responsibility, so choosing the right person deserves more thought than simply picking a name.

🎙️ Want to hear the full conversation and explore more practical business and property insights? Listen to the full episode of Commercial Edge: Here is the podcast link https://commercial-edge.podbean.com/e/estate-planning-for-business-owners-the-biggest-mistakes-they-make/

What can a company like Disney teach us about succession planning? 🎬Succession planning isn’t just about choosing the ne...
19/10/2026

What can a company like Disney teach us about succession planning? 🎬

Succession planning isn’t just about choosing the next CEO. It’s about preparing a business’s leadership, responsibilities and structure for what comes next.

In 2023, Disney announced a major restructure, organising its operations into three core segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Parks, Experiences and Products. The changes aimed to strengthen accountability, give division leaders greater operational and financial responsibility, improve efficiency and put creativity back at the centre of the business.

Disney also maintained shared services, including technology, advertising sales and platform distribution, balancing individual business-unit accountability with company-wide efficiencies.

Leadership continuity was another key consideration. In 2023, Disney’s Board extended Bob Iger’s tenure through December 2026 to support CEO succession planning. In February 2026, Disney announced Josh D’Amaro as its next CEO, with Iger expected to remain as Senior Advisor and a Board member until his retirement at the end of 2026. Disney also highlighted Iger’s mentorship of internal candidates throughout the succession process.

What’s the lesson for business owners?
Succession planning should begin before a leadership change becomes urgent. Consider who holds control, how decisions are made, what happens if a key person can no longer act, and whether your legal and business structures still support your goals.

You may not be running a global entertainment empire, but the principle is the same: a strong business plan looks ahead. A strong succession plan does too.

At Ardor Legal, we help business owners consider the structuring, commercial and succession arrangements that can support business continuity and future growth.

📌 Your next chapter deserves more than a last-minute plan. Start the succession conversation with Ardor Legal.

18/10/2026

If one owner wants out, is your business ready for the handover? 👀

A Buy-Sell Agreement is a legal arrangement that can set out what happens to a business owner’s interest when certain events occur, such as death, incapacity, retirement or an agreed exit.

For business owners, the important questions aren’t just “Who gets the shares?” They include:
How will the interest be valued?
Who has the right to buy it?
How will the purchase be funded?
What happens to control of the business?

For companies, share transfers can also be affected by the company’s constitution and existing shareholder arrangements. The Corporations Act 2001 contains rules around the transfer and transmission of shares, so your agreement should work alongside the company’s broader legal structure.

And if your business operates as a partnership, the position can be different again. Australian Government guidance recommends having a partnership agreement that clearly sets out how the partnership operates and what happens when a partner leaves.

A Buy-Sell Agreement isn’t simply about planning for the worst. It’s about giving everyone a clear pathway when the ownership of a business needs to change.

The right arrangement will depend on your business structure, ownership, objectives and circumstances.

📌 Save this post for the day you need to ask the right questions about your business ownership.

16/10/2026

Think having a Will means every asset you own is covered? Not necessarily.

Your Will is an important part of your estate plan, but not every asset will necessarily be dealt with through your Will.

This can become particularly important for business owners, where assets or interests may be held through different structures.

The way an asset is owned can affect how it is dealt with when you die, which is why understanding your ownership structures is an important part of estate planning.

In this conversation, Elizabeth explains why having a Will is only one piece of the puzzle and why business owners should consider how their different assets are structured.

Estate planning is not simply about having a Will. It is about making sure your Will and your asset structures work together.

🎙️ Want to understand the bigger picture? Explore the full conversation on Commercial Edge here: Here is the podcast link https://commercial-edge.podbean.com/e/estate-planning-for-business-owners-the-biggest-mistakes-they-make/

15/10/2026

A Lawyer’s Full Day: featuring 47 tabs open, 12 “quick questions” and absolutely no concept of a quiet afternoon. 😂⚖️

Contracts to review? ✔️
Property matters to manage? ✔️
Emails waiting? ✔️

And then comes the classic: “Can you just have a quick look at this?” 👀
Because in law, the “quick look” has a funny way of appearing right in the middle of everything else. 😅

But no matter how full the day gets or how suddenly that extra request lands, we’re still committed to giving every client our 100% attention, care and best work.

Busy? Always.
Committed? Absolutely. 💙

⚖️ Got a legal “quick question”? We’ve got time for that. Book your complimentary 15-minute call with Ardor Legal.

14/10/2026

Leaving your children an inheritance is one thing. Protecting it is another.

When children inherit assets, particularly while they are still young, there can be more to consider than simply deciding who receives what.

How will the inheritance be managed?

What happens if circumstances change as they grow older?

And how can you put arrangements in place that provide some structure around those assets?

A family trust can be one option to consider, depending on your circumstances and estate planning goals.

In this conversation, Elizabeth explores how trusts can form part of an estate plan and some of the considerations that may arise when protecting an inheritance for children.
Because good estate planning is not just about passing wealth on.

It is about thinking carefully about how that wealth will be managed and protected along the way.

🎙️ There’s more to this conversation. Listen to the full episode of Commercial Edge here: Here is the podcast link https://commercial-edge.podbean.com/e/estate-planning-for-business-owners-the-biggest-mistakes-they-make/

14/10/2026

POV: You’re talking with a new client and they say, “You were recommended to me.” 🥹📞

And suddenly, the call feels a little more special. 💙

Behind every referral is someone who trusted us enough to pass our name along. For us, that’s one of the best compliments we can receive.

At Ardor Legal, we don’t take that trust lightly. Whether it’s a business matter, property transaction or estate planning, we’re here to make the legal process feel more approachable, practical and personal.

One recommendation at a time, trust goes a long way. ⚖️✨

To everyone who continues to recommend Ardor Legal, thank you for being part of our journey.

A Will can decide who receives your assets. But have you considered what happens after they inherit them?For some Austra...
13/10/2026

A Will can decide who receives your assets. But have you considered what happens after they inherit them?

For some Australian families, a Testamentary Trust Will can provide another layer of structure around how an inheritance is managed and distributed.

Rather than assets passing directly to a beneficiary, a Testamentary Trust can allow assets to be held and managed by a trustee according to the terms of the Will.

This may be particularly relevant for minor children, vulnerable beneficiaries, blended families, business owners and professionals, where there may be additional considerations around managing or protecting inherited assets.

There may also be potential tax advantages in some circumstances, particularly when income is distributed to certain beneficiaries. However, the tax treatment depends on the individual circumstances and the applicable tax rules.

Importantly, a Testamentary Trust isn't automatically the right choice for every family, and it doesn't provide absolute protection in every situation. The structure needs to be carefully considered alongside your family circumstances, assets and broader estate plan.

At Ardor Legal, we can help you understand whether a Testamentary Trust Will could be appropriate for your circumstances and how it could fit into your broader estate planning strategy.

📖 Want to understand why more Australian families are considering this structure? Explore the full article and discover what you should consider before making your estate planning decisions: https://ardorlegal.com.au/blog/why-more-australian-families-are-choosing-testamentary-trust-wills/

12/10/2026

Your executor should not have to play detective after you’re gone.

One of the biggest challenges in administering an estate can be figuring out exactly what someone owned and where the relevant documents are.

Bank accounts, investments, property, business interests and other assets can all create extra work if there is no clear record of what exists.

Keeping your important documents and details organised in one secure location can give your executor a much clearer starting point.

That might include your Will, details of your assets, copies of family trust documents, shareholder agreements and other important records.
It can also help to make sure the people who may need to locate these documents know where to start looking.

In this conversation, Elizabeth and her guest discuss some of the practical steps you can take now to make estate administration easier later.

Because a well-prepared estate plan is not just about what your Will says.
It is also about making sure the right information can actually be found when it is needed.

🎙️ Want the full conversation? Listen to the latest Commercial Edge episode here: Here is the podcast link https://commercial-edge.podbean.com/e/estate-planning-for-business-owners-the-biggest-mistakes-they-make/

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