About the Author
Damian Phair, Principal at Dettmann Phair Lawyers, has over 25 years of legal experience across both family and commercial law.
He is highly regarded for his work in complex family law matters, including parenting disputes, property settlements, and financial agreements, where his pragmatic and client-focused approach have helped families resolve sensitive issues with clarity and care.
Additionally, his expertise in commercial law, advising businesses on complex agreements, dispute resolution, and litigation, has delivered protection, compliance and long-term success for our clients. His strategic mindset and depth of knowledge allow him to guide companies through high-stakes negotiations and legal challenges, protecting their interests while supporting growth.
Whether assisting families through personal transitions or businesses navigating commercial complexities, Damian provides clear, practical, and effective legal solutions.
Email:[email protected] | Phone: 02 9412 4500
Commercial Lawyer vs In-House Counsel: What Does Your Business Need?
When comparing a commercial lawyer vs in-house counsel, the right choice depends on your business size, how often you need legal advice and how you want to manage costs. A commercial lawyer is an external lawyer engaged by a business when legal advice is needed. They...
Deed vs Contract in Australia: When a Deed Is Better for Business Deals, Settlements and Property Transactions
When comparing a deed vs contract in Australia, the main difference is that a contract usually requires each party to give something of value in return, while a deed can be legally binding even when nothing is exchanged. A deed is a formal legal document that must...
Commercial Conveyancing NSW: The Contract Clauses Buyers Should Check Before Exchange
Before exchanging contracts for a commercial property in NSW, buyers should carefully review important contract clauses dealing with GST, settlement dates, existing leases, zoning, special conditions and the seller’s disclosure obligations. Unlike buying a residential...
Make Good Clauses Explained: Hidden Costs in NSW Commercial Leases
Many NSW business owners focus on rent, outgoings, and lease incentives when negotiating commercial premises. Yet one of the most expensive clauses in a commercial lease often receives the least attention: the make good clause. A poorly drafted make good obligation...About the Author
Damian Phair, Principal at Dettmann Phair Lawyers, has over 25 years of legal experience across both family and commercial law.
He is highly regarded for his work in complex family law matters, including parenting disputes, property settlements, and financial agreements, where his pragmatic and client-focused approach have helped families resolve sensitive issues with clarity and care.
Additionally, his expertise in commercial law, advising businesses on complex agreements, dispute resolution, and litigation, has delivered protection, compliance and long-term success for our clients. His strategic mindset and depth of knowledge allow him to guide companies through high-stakes negotiations and legal challenges, protecting their interests while supporting growth.
Whether assisting families through personal transitions or businesses navigating commercial complexities, Damian provides clear, practical, and effective legal solutions.
Email:[email protected] | Phone: 02 9412 4500
- Contract Disputes in Australia: A Step-by-Step Legal Guide
A contract dispute in Australia arises when one party fails to meet their contractual obligations, whether the agreement was written or verbal. - Commercial Lawyer vs In-House Counsel: What Does Your Business Need?
When comparing a commercial lawyer vs in-house counsel, the right choice depends on your business size, how often you need legal advice and how you want to manage costs. - Deed vs Contract in Australia: When a Deed Is Better for Business Deals, Settlements and Property Transactions
When comparing a deed vs contract in Australia, the main difference is that a contract usually requires each party to give something of value in return, while a deed can be legally binding even when nothing is exchanged. - Commercial Conveyancing NSW: The Contract Clauses Buyers Should Check Before Exchange
Before exchanging contracts for a commercial property in NSW, buyers should carefully review important contract clauses dealing with GST, settlement dates, existing leases, zoning, special conditions and the seller’s disclosure obligations. - Make Good Clauses Explained: Hidden Costs in NSW Commercial Leases
Many NSW business owners focus on rent, outgoings, and lease incentives when negotiating commercial premises. Yet one of the most expensive clauses in a commercial lease often receives the least attention: the make good clause.