Insolvency
Insolvency Lawyers in Geelong
Financial distress rarely shows up all at once. It builds slowly, through missed payments, mounting pressure from creditors, or a business that can no longer cover its costs. Recognising the signs early gives you options.
Led by our Principal and ARITA-accredited expert Will Punivalu, our experienced insolvency team will help you understand your options and protect your position.
How an Insolvency Lawyer Can Help You
An insolvency lawyer helps you understand your legal position when debts can’t be paid. They set out your options so you’re not making uninformed decisions under pressure.
For businesses and directors, this includes advice on restructuring, voluntary administration, liquidation, and the personal risks of trading while insolvent.
For individuals, it means explaining what bankruptcy involves and what it means for your assets and credit history long-term.
Voluntary administration and restructuring
Advice on formal restructuring options, including small business restructuring and voluntary administration, aimed at keeping a viable business trading where possible.
Liquidation
Guidance through the liquidation process, including your obligations as a director and what happens to the company's assets and creditors.
Director duties and risk
Clear advice on your duties and personal liability as a director when a company is facing financial difficulty, including the risks of insolvent trading.
Claims, asset recovery, and creditor negotiations
Support with claims management, recovering outstanding debts, and negotiating with creditors to protect your position.
Bankruptcy advice and alternatives
Guidance on what bankruptcy means for you, how long it lasts, and alternatives that may be available.
Negotiated outcomes
Working towards outcomes that give you the best possible financial footing going forward, while treating everyone involved fairly.
Advice for creditors
Support for individuals or businesses owed money by someone in financial difficulty, including how to lodge a claim and what to expect from the process.
Why Choose
Whyte, Just & Moore
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ARITA-accredited expertise
Our insolvency team is led by Will Punivalu, an ARITA-accredited specialist, giving you advice grounded in deep knowledge of insolvency law.
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A collaborative approach
We work alongside your accountant and financial advisers so your legal and financial strategies line up.
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Serving Geelong since 1877
Nearly 150 years in the region means we understand the local business community and bring a steady, experienced hand to difficult financial situations.
Get in touch with an insolvency lawyer
at Whyte, Just & Moore
Financial distress feels overwhelming, but getting the right advice early can change the outcome. Contact our insolvency team at Whyte, Just & Moore to discuss your situation and understand your options. Contact us today to discuss your insolvency matter and start exploring your options.