Integrated Business Advisory & Construction Lawyer for Construction Companies in Brisbane
Stabilise and strengthen your $5M–$100M construction business before you scale
Get business advice + operational, financial & legal support + implementation help to fix your business:
- business structure no longer works
- cash flow is tight
- too much contract & project risk
- concerns about compliance
- too much personal liability
- not enough commercial control
Why Blaze Business & Legal is the right fit for you
Business + Legal + Finances Integrated
Your Business Adviser, Construction Lawyer and CFO work as one team
50+ Years Combined Experience
Tier 1–2 contractors and government projects
Business Structuring Specialists
Legal, business and financial management advice to fix your structure
Implementation
Included
We stay involved through execution and we help get it done
Construction Cost Crisis 2026
Your projects are losing margin
Most businesses do not yet know how much
The 2026 fuel crisis sent diesel prices up 67% in three weeks and petrochemical materials up 35%. Rising prices are now affecting six cost inputs at once, and most fixed-price contracts provide no automatic protection after the tender date.
Rachelle Hare and Shannon Drew work together to give you the legal position and the financial picture in one engagement, then help you act on it. That combination is rare. Most firms give you one or the other.
Fuel Crisis 2026 – Active8-Step Action Plan
Rising Construction Costs in Australia: What to Do Right Now
Eight steps covering your contract position, which clauses apply, your notice obligations, the commercial conversation with your principal, cash flow protection, and the structural steps to reduce personal exposure.
Find our solutionsFinancial Analysis – Shannon Drew
What the Cost Crisis Is Doing to Your Project Margins
Shannon's six-input analysis shows why the real uncontracted cost is two to three times higher than the diesel figure most businesses have calculated.
See the numbersIndustry Report 2026
State of the Australian Construction Industry Report 2026
Attributed quotes and data from contractors, subcontractors, principals, advisers and industry leaders on the fuel crisis, cost escalation, contract risk and business distress.
Read the reportFull Resource Hub
Construction Cost Crisis: All Guides, Articles and Legal Resources
Rise and fall clauses, force majeure, notice obligations, fixed-price contract options, government contract recovery, what your principal is thinking, and why builders go broke.
Browse all resourcesStart Here If…
Your business structure no longer works
Your companies, trusts, assets, loans, tax, finances, guarantees, licences & operations are messy and make it harder to run your business
Start with a Comprehensive Business Structure Review
Construction Business Structuring →
Your business has multiple problems but you don't know why
Start with a our Business Advisory Services
Comprehensive Business Review →
You’re stuck signing unfavourable contracts
And you have to perform them, even if they suck!
Navigate contract reality without destroying relationships
Construction & Commercial Law →
You’re profitable on paper but always scrambling for cash
Fix cash flow stuck in the system
Financial Management & CFO Services →
You are the bottleneck on everything
Everyone needs your input and decisions
Build systems that scale without you
Business Advisory →
Your best people are burning out or being poached
Brisbane 2032 will make this worse
Retain key people through systems competitors don’t have
Operations & Capability →
You cannot afford to lose your home or defend personal claims
Restructure to reduce director and personal risk
Governance & Risk →
You’re considering Brisbane 2032 but unsure if you should bid
Get an honest Brisbane 2032 assessment
Brisbane 2032 Advisory →
You need legal advice or legal services from a Construction, Commercial or Contract Lawyer
Contact Rachelle directly for a fixed-price quote
Construction & Commercial Law →
Get your construction business structure right before it costs you
Many construction businesses carry structures and entities that made sense years ago but no longer fit the business now. See where the risks sit, understand what still works, and explore the changes that make sense for your business.
Who Blaze Business & Legal Is For
We work with
- Construction, civil and infrastructure businesses
- $5M–$100M+ in annual revenue
- Owners and directors who want advice from senior advisers who understand construction
- Businesses that know something isn’t working and want practical, commercial fixes
- Businesses that need Construction Law or Commercial Law services
Not the right fit
- Startups or businesses under $5M turnover
- Non-construction industries
- Mindset coaching or motivational programs
- Anyone not serious about commercial outcomes
- Businesses that need litigation services or specialist IR, Conveyancing or Employment services
What Our Construction Clients Say
Contract Risk Identified
Rachelle identified a number of contractual risks in our subcontract terms that would have exposed us to liquidated damages and unlimited liability plus consequential damages. Her targeted advice changed our negotiating position completely.
Cashflow Turned Around
Blaze Business & Legal drafted our construction contract and Rachelle also acted as Commercial Manager through our project. She worked out why our variations and EOTs kept being rejected by the client then restructured our claims process. Our cashflow immediately improved.
Structure Built For Growth
We outgrew our original company structure. Blaze redesigned it to better protect the directors and align with our growth plans.
Company Saved
Rachelle saved our company. Literally!
Dispute Stopped Early
Rachelle's advice stopped a potential dispute escalating into formal proceedings. Her commercial approach saved time and a stack of legal costs.
Jump straight to what fits your situation
If more than one applies, start with the $550 Strategy Session.
How to Start With Our Integrated Advisory Services
Fixed Price Initial Consultation | No-Obligation Quote for our Services | We Work to your Budget and Timeframes
Option 1: $550 Strategy Session (60 minutes)
Verbal assessment, clear priorities and next steps
No written report. No obligation.
Book Your Strategy Session →Option 2: $1,950 Comprehensive Business Review
For multiple interconnected issues or businesses preparing to scale.
Structured review with written recommendations.
Request Comprehensive Business ReviewNot sure which fits? Message us via our website
Only need Legal Advice? Contact Rachelle Hare direct to discuss Message Rachelle
Industries We Advise
We support construction, civil and infrastructure businesses dealing with structural, contractual and risk issues that don’t have simple or low-impact answers
Construction Industry
We offer comprehensive legal and business advisory services to construction companies, assisting with contract management, compliance, and strategic planning to ensure project success.
Mining
Our team provides expert guidance to mining operations, including on regulatory compliance, risk management, and operational efficiency to support sustainable growth.
Civil Construction
We provide tailored advice to civil construction businesses, helping you manage large-scale projects, navigate complex contracts, and ensure compliance with industry regulations.
Infrastructure
Our team supports infrastructure companies with strategic planning, risk mitigation, and operational efficiency to deliver successful outcomes on major projects.
Utilities
We assist utilities providers with regulatory compliance, contract management, and operational strategies to ensure smooth and efficient service delivery.
Software and ICT
Our expertise in software and ICT helps businesses address legal and operational challenges, optimise contracts, and implement scalable growth strategies.
Government Industry
We help our clients work with government entities, offering advice on compliance, procurement processes, probity, and project delivery to achieve efficient and transparent outcomes that meet government requirements.
What our clients say about Blaze Business & Legal
Your business has hit a key decision point. What will you do about it?
Get help with structural, contractual, operational or risk issues causing financial challenges for your construction business
Fixed Price Initial Consultation
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We Work to your Budget and Timeframes
Practical integrated legal, commercial, risk and financial support for construction, civil and infrastructure businesses facing high-impact decisions.
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We work with clients across Brisbane, Queensland & Australia, and we can attend onsite where required
Phone
(07) 3063 3373
Rachelle – 0407 050 907
Shannon – 0434 543 212
We have recently moved premises to:
1A/52 Jeffcott St,
Wavell Heights
Queensland Australia 4012