About GRM LAW
We advise private lenders, developers, funds and business owners on complex corporate, banking & finance, property and commercial matters across Australia.
Who Are We?
GRM LAW was founded by Gavin McInnes to give sophisticated clients a boutique alternative to large‑firm service on complex, high‑value matters. From the outset, the focus has been corporate, banking & finance and property work rather than volume or commoditised matters.
Over nearly 20 years, the firm has advised private and listed companies, private credit funds, real estate fund managers, developers, business owners and high net worth families across Australia. Our work spans private credit and real estate finance, property development and projects, business sales and acquisitions, corporate governance and commercial contracts, structuring & asset protection, franchising and IP & technology‑driven transactions.
Many of our instructions sit at the intersection of these areas – for example, acting for lenders and sponsors on real estate finance and fund structures, for developers across the full project lifecycle, or for private businesses on M&A and post‑transaction integration.
Whatever the matter type, the objective is the same: clean structures, commercially sound documents and practical strategies that hold up under pressure and scrutiny.
Our Experience
Our track record spans private credit and real estate finance, development projects, business transactions, structuring & asset protection, franchising and IP & Technology.
Years Of Specialist Experience
Nearly two decades advising in corporate, banking & finance and property law.
Major Transactions Completed
Hundreds of significant deals for lenders, developers, funds & private businesses.
Industry Sectors Served
Including banking & lending, real estate, funds, energy, technology, health, retail & more.
Meet Our Founder
Learn more about Gavin McInnes, Accredited Specialist in Business Law and founding partner of GRM LAW.
What Our Clients Say
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Explore Our Other Practice Areas
Deep expertise across corporate, banking & finance, property and related commercial work.
Private Lenders & Non‑Bank Finance
Strategic loan, security & enforcement advice for private credit funds, family offices & non‑bank lenders across Australia.
Property Developers & Projects
End‑to‑end legal support for property developers from site acquisition & approvals through to construction, sales, leasing & disputes.
Business Acquisitions & Disposals
Buy‑side & sell‑side advice on business and share sales, from initial structuring and due diligence through to completion.
Corporate & Commercial Advisory
Ongoing corporate, governance & commercial contracts advice for private companies, family businesses & investors.
Structuring & Asset Protection
Structuring businesses, investments & personal wealth to manage risk, protect assets and support long‑term succession.
Franchising
Establishing, growing & restructuring franchise networks, including franchise agreements, disclosure, compliance & exits.
IP & Technology
Protecting and commercialising intellectual property, software & technology through tailored licensing, development & sale agreements.
Real Estate Funds & Capital Raising
Advising real estate fund managers, sponsors & investors on fund structures, capital raisings & transaction execution across Australia.
Recognition & Awards
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How The Process Works
01.
Initial Discussion
We start with a focused discussion about your structure, current matters & objectives, so we understand the commercial & legal context.
02.
Scope & Strategy
We agree clear scope, timelines & roles, then map the legal strategy to your broader commercial goals.
03.
Execution & Communication
We run the transaction or matter day‑to‑day, keeping you and other stakeholders informed with practical, plain‑English updates.
04.
Ongoing Support
After completion, we remain available for follow‑on work, implementation support & future transactions.
Why Choose GRM LAW
01. Specialist Leadership
Led by an Accredited Specialist in Business Law, with nearly 20 years’ experience in complex corporate, banking & finance and property work.
02. Deep Private Credit & Development Focus
Significant experience acting for private credit funds, lenders, developers & real estate funds on high‑value transactions.
03. Boutique Service, National Reach
Partner‑level involvement on every matter, advising clients across Queensland & throughout Australia.
04. Commercial, Not Academic
We focus on structures and outcomes that work in practice, under real‑world timeframes & commercial pressures.
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Legal & Compliance Insights
Books By Gavin McInnes
Practical guides on structuring, asset protection and private credit in Australia.
Protect Your Assets
A plain‑English guide to protecting your home, business interests and investments under Australian law. Written for business owners, professionals and families who want to keep what they’ve built safe from avoidable risk.
Private Credit In Australia (Coming Soon)
A forthcoming guide to structuring, documenting and managing private credit transactions in the Australian market, written for lenders, sponsors and their advisers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of clients does GRM LAW act for?
We primarily act for private lenders and credit funds, property developers, real estate fund managers, private and listed companies, family‑owned businesses and high net worth individuals. We are best suited to matters where there is real commercial complexity and a need for senior attention.
Which areas of law do you focus on?
Our core focus areas are corporate and commercial advisory, banking & finance, property and projects, business transactions (acquisitions and disposals), structuring & asset protection, franchising and IP & technology‑driven commercial arrangements.
Do you only act in Queensland?
No. GRM LAW is based in Brisbane but advises clients across Queensland and throughout Australia. Many of our matters involve national businesses, interstate projects and counterparties in multiple jurisdictions.
How is GRM LAW different from a large national firm?
We offer specialist corporate, banking & finance and property expertise with boutique service. Matters have direct partner involvement, turnaround times are tight, and communication is plain‑English. Clients get large‑firm calibre work without feeling like a small file in a large system.
Do you handle disputes and litigation?
Yes, but selectively. We regularly act in disputes that are closely linked to our transactional work, such as construction and development disputes, enforcement and recovery matters for secured lenders, and commercial / shareholder disputes connected to our corporate practice. Where a matter falls outside those areas, we can refer you to specialist litigation counsel.
How do you engage with new clients?
We typically start with an initial discussion to understand your objectives, structure and timeframes. We then propose a clear scope, fee structure and timeline. For many clients we act as ongoing advisers across multiple matters; for others we are engaged for specific transactions or projects.
What fee arrangements do you offer?
We use a mix of hourly rates and fixed or capped fees, depending on the nature and predictability of the work. For well‑defined transactions we will usually provide a scoped fee estimate or fixed‑fee proposal. For ongoing advisory work, we agree parameters up front so there are no surprises.
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