Cochrane O'Higgins Lawyers

Cochrane O'Higgins Lawyers My vision for law is steadfast, strategic and human.

After 23+ years seeing law become cold and transactional, I founded Cochrane O’Higgins: a firm where legal excellence & empathy co-exist allowing clients & lawyers feeling respected and empowered

No two businesses face the same legal or commercial challenges. The advice that's right for one business may not be righ...
31/08/2026

No two businesses face the same legal or commercial challenges.

The advice that's right for one business may not be right for another, which is why understanding your business, its objectives and the environment it operates in is so important.

At Cochrane O'Higgins Lawyers, we believe good legal advice starts with understanding the bigger picture, helping you make informed decisions as you navigate commercial agreements, legal risk and changing business circumstances.

Learn more about our Australian commercial law services:
https://cohlawyers.com.au/australian-commercial-law-services/

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The strongest businesses don't wait until questions are asked before reviewing how they operate.  Strong governance, cle...
25/08/2026

The strongest businesses don't wait until questions are asked before reviewing how they operate.

Strong governance, clear processes and regular reviews help businesses make better decisions, reduce legal risk and respond confidently when challenges arise.

In our latest article, our founder, Claudio Venegas shares why preparation is one of the greatest commercial advantages any business can have.

Read the full article here: https://cohlawyers.com.au/why-australian-businesses-should-prepare-before-their-claims-are-questioned/

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Every claim your business makes about its products carries more than marketing value. It also carries legal responsibili...
18/08/2026

Every claim your business makes about its products carries more than marketing value. It also carries legal responsibility.

As consumer expectations and regulatory oversight continue to evolve, businesses should regularly review their:

• product claims
• supporting evidence
• compliance processes

Read our latest article to learn how a proactive approach can help reduce legal risk and protect consumer trust.

Find the complete details here: https://cohlawyers.com.au/can-your-business-back-up-its-product-claims-heres-what-you-need-to-know/

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Every legal matter involves more than a document, contract or transaction. Behind every matter is a business, a relation...
09/08/2026

Every legal matter involves more than a document, contract or transaction.

Behind every matter is a business, a relationship, a reputation or a future someone is working hard to protect. That's why at Cochrane O’Higgins Lawyers, we take the time to understand our clients' circumstances before providing advice.

• We listen.
• We ask questions.
• We consider the commercial realities.
• And we work alongside our clients to develop practical legal strategies that reflect their goals.

It's an approach built on communication, trust and long-term relationships. Because the strongest legal outcomes are rarely achieved through transactions alone.

They're achieved through understanding.

Explore our unique approach here: https://lnkd.in/essjP-jY

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Many people think of lawyers as the professionals they call when something has already gone wrong. • A dispute has escal...
03/08/2026

Many people think of lawyers as the professionals they call when something has already gone wrong.

• A dispute has escalated.
• A contract has failed.
• A regulator has become involved.

But some of the most valuable legal conversations happen much earlier.

At Cochrane O’Higgins Lawyers, we believe strong legal advice isn't simply about responding to problems. It's about helping clients identify risk, understand their options and make informed decisions before pressure arrives.

That means asking the right questions, understanding the whole picture and helping clients navigate complexity with confidence.

Because legal strategy isn't just about solving today's issue. It's about protecting tomorrow's outcome.

Explore our unique approach here: https://lnkd.in/essjP-jY

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Legal advice shouldn’t begin only when problems arise. At Cochrane O’Higgins Lawyers, we believe strong legal counsel me...
27/07/2026

Legal advice shouldn’t begin only when problems arise.

At Cochrane O’Higgins Lawyers, we believe strong legal counsel means understanding the whole picture, asking the right questions and helping clients make clearer decisions before challenges escalate.

In his latest article, Claudio Venegas explores why good lawyers don’t just solve problems. They help prevent them.

Read it here: https://lnkd.in/eeKkbsvc

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A shareholder agreement isn’t something to sign once and forget.  As businesses evolve, ownership structures change, inv...
23/07/2026

A shareholder agreement isn’t something to sign once and forget.

As businesses evolve, ownership structures change, investors enter, regulations shift and personal circumstances move in unexpected directions.

The real question is not simply: “Do we have a shareholder agreement?”

It’s: “Does our shareholder agreement still protect us?”

In our latest article, we explore the hidden cost of shareholder disputes and why Australian businesses should review their agreements before pressure arrives.

Read it here: https://lnkd.in/eVCrkrV5

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Commercial law is never one-size-fits-all.Different businesses face different pressures, risks and commercial realities....
05/07/2026

Commercial law is never one-size-fits-all.

Different businesses face different pressures, risks and commercial realities. What matters is having legal guidance that understands both the law and the environment you operate in.

At Cochrane O’Higgins Lawyers, we advise across commercial litigation, insolvency, dispute resolution, property law, restructuring and transactional matters with the same focus: strength, strategy and steadfast support when it matters most.

Explore our areas of legal expertise here: https://cohlawyers.com.au/our-areas-of-legal-expertise/

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Sydney, NSW
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