Start a Business in Australia – Legal Checklist (Free)
Free legal checklist for launching a new business
Use this checklist to:
- Work through the core legal steps to start a business in Australia
- Keep track of registrations, licences and basic compliance items
- Avoid missing simple but important set‑up tasks
- Decide where you may want help from a lawyer or adviser
Clear & actionable
Simple steps you can tick off as you go.
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Built around current Australian legal requirements.
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About this Document
Use this checklist if you:
- Are planning to start a new business in Australia
- Feel unsure which registrations, licences and documents you actually need
- Want a one‑page view of the legal steps before you dive into execution
- Prefer a guide you can tick off as you go
It is suited to:
- First‑time founders and solo business owners
- Small businesses moving from hobby to structured entity
- Advisors who want a simple tool to give clients at the “idea” stage
What this checklist covers:
- Choosing a structure and name, and registering with ASIC
- Applying for an ABN, TFN and relevant tax registrations
- Basic employment, contractor and HR considerations
- Brand and IP steps, including trade marks at a high level
- Simple compliance items like privacy, website terms and basic contracts
You receive a free, practical checklist you can use alongside your own research or professional advice when starting your business.
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Jason Gold
Managing Director, IT Pro Tech"At IT Pro Tech, we partner with businesses who share our commitment to integrity. Click Legal stands out in the legal space for exactly that. Hannah and the team impressed us with their deep understanding of compliance-heavy sectors and their ability to offer clear, practical legal advice without overcomplicating the process."
Guy Raven
Head of Surveillance Advisory, Westpac"Hannah demonstrated exceptional leadership and regulatory expertise. She played a pivotal role in developing the control room and establishing a strong regulatory compliance framework... Beyond her deep technical knowledge, Hannah is an outstanding mentor, approachable, and insightful."
Antonella Spatola
Founder, True To You Charity"Hannah at Click Legal has supported the board in establishing our documentation and legal framework to start on a solid footing. We appreciate her authentic interest in the charity's mission... We appreciate how she explains complex concepts in simple terms, avoiding legal jargon."
Sharon Yang
Head of Investment & Capital Mgmt"Hannah and Click Legal have provided reliable legal advice to us. It has been integral in helping us meet all our AFSL obligations with confidence. I highly recommend their services to any business needing compliance support."
Jason Watts GAICD
Managing Director, Neu Capital"Hannah blends rare regulatory expertise with sharp business acumen. As her Manager at Barclays, I watched her master APRA/ASIC frameworks and turn them into clear, actionable strategies... She's the kind of professional who simplifies complexity, and her integrity is unmatched."
Stuart Hill
Program Manager/Operations Manager"Hannah has exceptional depth of knowledge and expertise in building robust legal, risk, and compliance frameworks... Beyond her technical expertise, Hannah is a strategic thinker and a genuinely kind, friendly person who always supports and helps others."
Jason Lowry
Co-Founder, LPG"Could not recommend Click Legal more highly! Must have for start ups and small business owners looking to trust someone to help set up your business right!"
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