Lauren Gross Shortlisted for Australian Women in Law Awards

Exciting News: Lauren has been shortlisted for her expertise in Business Sale Transactions and Commercial Law

We’re thrilled to announce that Lauren Gross, one of our leading Senior Associates specialising in business sale transactions, business partner disputes, and commercial law, has been shortlisted for the Australian Women in Law Awards. Since starting at Velocity Legal in September 2021, Lauren has consistently demonstrated exceptional growth and expertise. This prestigious recognition highlights her excellence in delivering legal guidance across a broad range of sectors, from established enterprises to innovative startups.

Client-Focused Legal Solutions

Lauren’s approach to client matters is always centred around creating real-world solutions. Whether it’s navigating a complex business sale, structuring a share sale transaction, resolving a business partner dispute, or advising a startup on their legal needs, Lauren brings foresight and precision to her legal work. Her value lies not only in her legal acumen but also in her leadership within Velocity Legal.

Lauren’s leadership fosters a culture of shared learning, and helps mentor and guide our junior lawyers. Her approach ensures that clients receive advice grounded in the most current legal thinking, supported by a team that works seamlessly together.

Listen to Lauren's Thought Leadership on Commercial Law

Lauren has also shared her insights on critical legal matters when she appeared in our podcast, Explain That by Velocity Legal, where she broke down the differences between business sales and share sales and explained what the difference in transaction structures mean in real terms. Her ability to take complex legal issues and communicate them in an accessible way is part of what makes her a standout in her field.

Lauren’s podcast episodes include:

• The Key Differences Between a Share Sale and a Business Sale – Essential for business owners and legal professionals navigating these complex transactions.‍
• Choosing the Right Business Transaction Structure: Tax Is Not the Sole Consideration – Invaluable insights into balancing tax considerations with legal risks.‍
• Emerging Trends in Business Mergers and Acquisitions: Earn-Outs and Vendor Assistance – What business owners need to know about transaction challenges.

Work With Lauren | Business Transactions and Commercial Law Advisor

Lauren’s recognition in the Australian Women in Law Awards is a testament to her legal expertise, and her commitment to fostering a culture of collaboration and knowledge-sharing within our firm. Her leadership in handling complex transactions and resolving disputes efficiently, while minimising disruption to the business, ensures that her clients can focus on growth and stability. Lauren’s mentoring and guidance makes her an invaluable asset to both clients and colleagues alike.

Lauren areas of scope include:

• Transactions (sale of business or shares);
• Capital Raising & Finance;
• Contract Preparation & Review;
• Shareholders Agreements & Unitholders Agreements;
• Business Partner Disputes;
• Business Dispute Mediation;
• Trademarks; and
• Overall support to businesses and startups with their legal needs.

Discover Lauren’s Expertise in Business Transaction and Commercial Matters.

Click here to listen to her podcast episodes and gain actionable insights into business sales and structuring a share sale transaction.