Law | Purpose | Impact
Legal Services
I am a lawyer based in Melbourne, Australia.
I serve clients through my law practice, Geraldine Grace.
Explore how I can assist you with clear values-aligned legal advice and guidance tailored to your organisation's needs.
The era of "tell us what you did" is ending. The most forward-thinking organisations are adopting human rights due diligence in line with global best practice and anticipating changes to Australian law.
Services
Modern slavery
Changes are coming to modern slavery legislation, with greater focus on supply chain due diligence. I wrote the Modern Slavery module for one of Australia's leading online compliance training providers. Contact me to find out how I can help you comply - including scheduling a free diagnostic session.
Governance
As an experienced board director, I bring practical insight to governance advice. I help boards, founders and organisations build accountable, mission-aligned frameworks through constitutions, charters and policies. Get in touch to strengthen your governance foundations.
Sustainability compliance
Wondering if B Corp or a similar certification is right for your organisation? I advise on certification pathways and support ongoing compliance. My role on the regional Standards Advisory Group to B Lab gives me unique insight into these processes. Get in touch to discuss your options.
Investing & fundraising
Finding the right funding partner matters as much as the capital itself. I help start-ups navigate pre-seed and seed rounds, and not-for-profits secure grant funding. With decades of transactional experience and supporting multiple clients through grant processes, I ensure your funding arrangements support your long-term mission. I would welcome a conversation about your fundraising goals.
Commercial contracts
Sometimes you just need an experienced lawyer to review a contract or clause, or draft one from scratch. I prepare and review commercial contracts including customer and supplier agreements, giving you confidence in your contractual arrangements. Contact me if you need help.
I advise:
Responsible businesses
I assist businesses committed to acting responsibly - from social enterprises and impact businesses wanting to stay true to their mission, to established corporations seeking ethical compliance with modern slavery and sustainability obligations. My advice helps integrate impact, purpose and accountability into structure, activities and decisions.
Start-ups
I work with founders building impactful, sustainable ventures. I help bring clarity to early legal steps - from entity structure to seed funding - so your enterprise grows on sound, ethical and sustainable foundations.
Not-for-profits & charities
I assist not-for-profits and charities to translate their objects and purpose into sound governance and sustainable operations. I help their boards and leaders create legal and ethical frameworks and obtain aligned funding to deliver their mission.
01
Transparent pricing
Pricing based on value delivered. Agreed up-front fees, no surprise bills.
My Approach
02
Client-centred solutions
I take time to understand your activities and operations to ensure an appropriate solution tailored to you.
03
Mission alignment
Consideration of your broader objects, mission and purpose to deliver aligned outcomes.
04
Clear, plain advice
No legal jargon. Concise, understandable and actionable advice.
05
Accessibility and punctuality
I will respond promptly, set clear deadlines and meet them.
Client testimonials
"I knew what we needed was a top flight lawyer to get us started. You have given us a disciplined, thoughtful, strong start."
"I recently had an opportunity to provide the initial seed funding in an AI start up. We needed assistance with setting up an appropriately structured registered company, the drafting of shareholder and contractor services agreements, ASIC compliance documentation and other associated work.
Geraldine was extremely responsive, efficient and her knowledge and experience in the field was of great value. She was also transparent and very reasonable with billing and it is our intention to use her for all future corporate law requirements.
Highly recommended!"
"I cannot speak highly enough of Geraldine. Her personal commitment to social purpose is evident in her dedicated understanding of the application of the law to the specific challenges in the impact eco-system."
Divisional CRO, major Australian bank
Guy West, s708 investor
Acting CEO, national not-for-profit, impact sector
Regulated by the Victorian Legal Services Board + Commissioner
Liability limited by a scheme approved by Professional Standards Legislation