Rachelle Hare

Rachelle Hare has 23+ years of experience as a Senior Lawyer, Strategic Contracting Adviser and Management Consultant in Construction Law, Contracts, Major Projects, Commercial Advisory, Procurement, Contract Management, Probity and Risk Management. She has the rare skills and expertise to offer you seamless businss advice and legal services to help support your organisation.

Rachelle is a highly experienced Construction Lawyer Brisbane and Contract Lawyer Brisbane, with over 23 years of experience in Tier 1 and Tier 2 Construction Firms, Top Tier Private Practice and Government.

Rachelle owns Blaze Business & Legal, a combined Commercial Law Firm and Business Advisory Firm located in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. Blaze Business & Legal assists a broad range of clients in the Construction Industry and related industries, and our firm advises owners, contractors, and subcontractors on a broad range of Construction Law, Commercial Law, Contract Law, Business Advisory and Management Consulting issues.

Rachelle also owns Blaze Professional Learning, where she offers practical contracting skills, hands-on experience in drafting and working with contracts, and industry insights to help Professionals upskill and advance their careers with real-world skills.

Business Growth Consultant โ€“ Get Help to Accelerate Your Business

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Business Growth Consultant โ€“ How to Accelerate Your Business ExpansionA business growth consultant provides companies with strategic guidance to help them scale efficiently. By focusing on customised growth strategies, improving operations, and identifying opportunities, a consultant like Blaze Business & Legal can accelerate your companyโ€™s expansion.Key Takeaways about Using a Business Growth ConsultantBlaze Business &

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Contract Management for Construction Contracts

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Contract Management for Construction Contracts: A Comprehensive Guide Effective Contract Management for Construction Contracts is vital for the success of construction projects, safeguarding the interests of both clients and contractors. Properly managing contracts helps to minimise risks, prevent disputes, and ensure that projects are completed on time and within budget. Key Takeaways about Contract Management

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50 Things to Know About Construction Contract Law in Australia

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Understanding Construction Contract Law in AustraliaIn order to have a smooth run of projects for your construction company, itโ€™s important that you understand construction contract law in Australia. This Guide provides 50 Key Facts about Construction Contract Law and the law of construction contracts, covering everything from their importance to dispute resolution strategies.1. The Importance

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Do All Shareholders Have To Sign A Shareholders Agreement?

When setting up a shareholders agreement, a common question that arises is โ€œDo all shareholders have to sign a Shareholders Agreementโ€ for it to be valid. The short answer is that while it is not legally required for all shareholders to sign, it is highly beneficial and recommended to include all shareholders in the agreement.

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Do I Need A Shareholders Agreement? (Including FREE Shareholders Agreement Tool)

Do I Need a Shareholders Agreement (Plus Free Shareholders Agreement Tool)

Find out โ€œDo I Need a Shareholders Agreement?โ€A Shareholders Agreement is an important legal document that outlines the rights, responsibilities, and obligations of shareholders (owners) of a company. It serves as a roadmap for how the business will be run, addressing important issues such as decision-making, profit-sharing, dispute resolution, and more.   These days, if you get

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Teaming Agreement: Is this the Benchmark for Collaboration?

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In large Australian projects, collaboration is crucial for success. One tool enabling this collaboration is the Teaming Agreement. This agreement binds multiple entities together to achieve a common goal by outlining their roles, responsibilities, and protocols for the arrangement they are entering into.  But letโ€™s see whether the Teaming Agreement is the benchmark for collaboration or just

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Understanding Extension of Time (EOT) Claims in 2024

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IntroductionIn the Construction Industry, meeting milestones and achieving Practical Completion by the Date for Practical Completion is often easier said than done.   Various unexpected factors, such as adverse weather conditions, regulatory changes, unforeseen site issues, or actions of the Principal, can disrupt a projectโ€™s progress and place the Contractor at risk of having Liquidated Damages imposed.   This

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How can I find a Lawyer? (Best way to find and engage your Lawyer in 2023)

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Why hire a Lawyer?Engaging a Lawyer to provide legal advice or legal services to your business can rather challenging.   There are various issues and transactions that you need a Lawyer to advise you on or help you with. For example, Contracts Lawyers have the knowledge and expertise to draft clear, concise, and complete Contracts, so you

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How to protect yourself when buying a business in Australia (in 2024)

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Key TakeawaysYou need to understand the Australian market and industry trends if youโ€™re on the hunt for a business to purchase.Legal compliance and due diligence are essential in protecting your interests.Consulting a lawyer and understanding financing options can safeguard your investment.Special considerations are needed when buying a franchise.Be vigilant against scams and unsafe products. IntroductionIt

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The Role of Contracts: What Every Business Owner Must Know

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In business, contracts play an essential role. They are more than just legal documents โ€“ they are strategic tools that can shape business operations, manage risks, and help foster strong relationships within and external to the business. Business Owners and Executives must understand and utilise contracts effectively to ensure cost savings and revenue growth, operational

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7 Steps to Startup Success: The Entrepreneurโ€™s Journey

Here are the 7 steps you need to take (generally speaking) to achieve success in your startup. Of course, thereโ€™s a lot more that goes into your startup, but these steps give you a good grounding with which to succeed. So, what are you waiting for?Step 1 โ€“ Idea GenerationConceptualise a business idea.Identify a problem

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5 Tips to Draft a Fantastic Business Plan (2024)

A Business Plan is one of the most important documents you can have in your business. Ideally, itโ€™s best to prepare and draft your Business Plan right at the start as youโ€™re planning your startup. There are certain issues that all Business Plans should deal with, so make sure you check them out. But there

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How to Buy a Business: 13 Steps to Buying a Business in Australia in 2023

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IntroductionIโ€™m in the middle of buying a business as we speak, and I advise on buying businesses as part of my core Legal Services and Business Advisory Services. So what better time to write a guide about How to Buy a Business! Book your free, 30-minute Strategy Session Share with your Network Share 0 Tweet

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