Company formation and incorporation
Set up your company correctly from the start.
Setting up a company involves more than registering with ASIC. The structure you choose at formation determines how the business operates, who can control it, and how cleanly it can be expanded or transferred in the future. Getting these details right from day one avoids structural problems that are always more expensive to fix later.
Company formation and incorporation
What information do I need to provide to set up a company?
To register a company with ASIC, we will need the proposed company name, the names and residential addresses of all directors and secretaries, the registered office address, the principal place of business, and the details of the initial shareholders and the number and class of shares they will hold. If you are not sure about any of these decisions, we can advise you before we proceed with registration.
Do I need a shareholders agreement as well as a constitution?
These are different documents that serve related but distinct purposes. The constitution is a public document that governs the company’s internal management and sets out the rights of shareholders and directors under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth). A shareholders agreement is a private contract between shareholders that covers matters the constitution typically does not. This includes how decisions are made, what happens if a shareholder wants to exit, and how disputes are resolved. For companies with two or more shareholders, we strongly recommend both.
How long does it take to set up a company in Australia?
ASIC registration is typically completed within one to three business days once we have all required information. Preparation of the company documents (the constitution, share register, and initial resolutions) usually takes a few additional business days. In total, most company formations are completed within one week of receiving your full instructions.
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Your company structure determines more than you think.
- We will register your company with ASIC and attend to all required formation steps.
- We will prepare a constitution appropriate to your business and its anticipated future needs.
- We will issue shares and prepare the initial share register.
- We will prepare director consents to act and all required initial resolutions.
- We will ensure all ASIC obligations at formation are met.
When you need your company in place before you can move forward
You have decided to operate through a company structure. You understand the benefits of limited liability, professional credibility, and the ability to bring in shareholders over time. What you need is for the structure to be set up correctly, the documents to be in order, and the company to be ready to operate.
You want this done efficiently, without navigating the ASIC process yourself or wondering whether the paperwork covers everything it should.
What's included in your company formation service
- ASIC company registration.
- Constitution preparation.
- Share register and initial share issue.
- Director consent and statutory resolutions.
- Post-registration ASIC compliance confirmation.
A company formed without proper documents creates problems you cannot see yet.
Most company formations look identical on the surface. But the constitution, share structure, and initial resolutions determine how the company actually works. A generic constitution may not allow the share classes you need to bring in an investor. An undocumented share issue creates capital gains complications later. A director appointed without proper consent to act exposes them personally to liability.
These are not remote risks, they surface at exactly the wrong moment, in the middle of a transaction when you cannot afford delay or distraction.
From ASIC registration to a properly structured company
We handle your company formation from initial instruction to handover of a complete company kit. Every document is prepared to the standard required for the structure to work as intended. When we are done, you have a company that is properly formed, correctly documented, and ready to operate from day one.
From instruction to ready-to-operate, efficiently.
Instruction and structure
We take your instructions on share structure, directors, and constitution requirements before we begin.
Registration and documents
We register the company with ASIC and prepare all formation documents, including the constitution and share register.
Handover
We deliver a complete company kit with all documents, share certificates, and ASIC registration confirmation.
Business lawyers with extensive experience in company formation and corporate structuring.
We know you want your company set up and ready to go, not delayed by paperwork. Our team handles company formations regularly and knows exactly what ASIC requires, what governance documents you need, and what the common pitfalls are at formation. We get it done efficiently so you can focus on the business itself.
We understand you want to know the cost, before we get started.
We will map out our process, from beginning to end, so you know what the journey will look like before you get started.
We will provide you with a clear and detailed Work Proposal covering each step along the way.
Our fair fees are all-inclusive. No hidden costs for telephone calls, emails, photocopying, couriers, or coffee.
Our great lawyer guarantee
We want to be part of your team over the long term. We achieve this by adhering to these core principles:
Take the time
We listen carefully to understand what you want to achieve. Then we thoroughly explain our advice and step you through the documents. You can be sure you know the full consequences.
Share our knowledge
We will pass on as much knowledge as we can, so you can make your own informed decisions. We want to make you truly independent.
Stick to our knitting
We only do what we're good at. You can be confident that we know what we're doing and don't pass on the cost of our learning.
Work as one team
Someone will always be available to answer your questions, or point you in the right direction. You will also benefit from a range of perspectives and experience.
Fair pricing
For advice and documents, we provide a fixed or capped quote so you don't take price risk. If you're in a dispute, we map out the process and costs so you know what to expect.
It's your show
We're not in this for our egos. We're in it for a front row seat to witness your success.
