Civil and Commercial Litigation Lawyers in Victoria
Disputes can arise between individuals, businesses, companies, contractors and other parties.
Some disputes can be resolved through correspondence or negotiation. Others require formal proceedings before a court or tribunal.
G One Lawyers assists plaintiffs and defendants in civil and commercial disputes throughout Victoria.
Civil Litigation
We can assist with:
- Contract disputes;
- Breach of contract claims;
- Debt disputes;
- Property damage claims;
- Motor vehicle property damage disputes;
- Consumer disputes;
- Claims for compensation or damages;
- Misrepresentation, Misleading and Deceptive conducts claims;
- Negligence-related claims;
- Letters of demand;
- Responding to claims;
- Settlement negotiations; and
- Court and VCAT proceedings.
Commercial Litigation
We also assist businesses, companies and directors with:
- Commercial contract disputes;
- Unpaid invoices and debts;
- Business disputes;
- Commercial and retail lease disputes;
- Director and shareholder disputes;
- Loan and guarantee disputes;
- Contract termination;
- Commercial debt recovery;
- Settlement negotiations;
- Mediation; and
- Commercial Court proceedings.
A Practical Approach to Litigation
Commencing court proceedings is not always the best first step.
We consider the amount in dispute, available evidence, legal costs, litigation risks and the commercial objectives of our client before recommending a strategy.
Where appropriate, we first seek to resolve the matter through correspondence, negotiation or settlement discussions.
Where litigation becomes necessary, we prepare and advance our client’s case through the relevant court or tribunal.
If you have received a demand, court documents or are considering commencing proceedings, contact us for advice.
Relevant legislation and court rules
The applicable law and procedure depend on the claim, its value, the parties and the court or tribunal with jurisdiction. Our work may involve:
- Civil Procedure Act 2010 (Vic) – overarching obligations and the conduct of Victorian civil proceedings.
- Magistrates’ Court General Civil Procedure Rules 2020 (Vic) – civil procedure in the Magistrates’ Court.
- County Court Civil Procedure Rules 2018 (Vic) – civil procedure in the County Court.
- Supreme Court (General Civil Procedure) Rules 2025 (Vic) – general civil procedure in the Supreme Court.
- Wrongs Act 1958 (Vic) – relevant negligence, damages and liability provisions.
- Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth) and the Australian Consumer Law in Schedule 2 – relevant consumer guarantees, misleading conduct and other protections.
- Australian Consumer Law and Fair Trading Act 2012 (Vic) – the Victorian application of the Australian Consumer Law.
Other legislation may apply to a particular company, lease, transaction or cause of action. We also consider relevant court rules, practice notes and orders when preparing and conducting a matter.
Debt recovery and responding to a demand
We can review the agreement and payment history, prepare or respond to a letter of demand, negotiate a payment arrangement and advise on proceedings. Where judgment has been obtained, we can explain available enforcement options and the practical prospects of recovery.
Evidence and commercial priorities
Useful documents include contracts, invoices, account statements, correspondence, photographs and court documents. We work with you to identify the key issues, likely costs and the outcome you are seeking. Settlement options are assessed alongside the risks of continuing the dispute.