About Troy and Damian’s Business
Troy and Damian’s Business provides complete custom fabrication in stainless steel, aluminium, and mild steel. The team designs, manufactures, and installs both one off and high volume projects, from small domestic jobs through to large commercial work.
Their areas of expertise cover:
- Domestic and commercial benches and splashbacks
- Handrails, balustrades, and foyer entrances
- Toolboxes, ramps, grills, and security cages
Backed by experienced, friendly staff, the business focuses on delivering high quality, made to spec, at a fair and reasonable price within an agreed time frame.
The situation, a once in a career decision
Like many owners in trade and fabrication businesses, Troy and Damian had a significant amount of their wealth tied up in the business. Selling was a once in a career decision.
They wanted to:
- Protect the value they had built over 27 years
- Minimise risks and surprises during negotiation and completion
- Minimise disruption to long term staff, some with over 20 years of service
- Clearly understand every document they were asked to sign
- Feel supported at each step, not left to “work it out” himself
Getting the legal aspects right was critical, and so was having a lawyer who understood the pressures and emotions involved.
What Troy and Damian were looking for
From the outset, Troy and Damian wanted more than a standard template contract. They were looking for:
- Strong legal expertise in share sale transactions
- Clear explanations in practical language, not dense legal jargon
- A calm, steady presence when timelines or negotiations became tense
- A trusted adviser who would keep him informed and in control
In Troy’s words, the Rouse Lawyers team
Our approach, clarity, care, and precision
We worked closely with Troy and Damian from the early planning stages through to completion. The focus throughout was on three things, clarity, care, and precision.
1. Clarity at every step
We broke the sale down into clear stages, including key commercial terms, due diligence, contract negotiation, and completion. At each stage, Nav explained:
- What was happening
- What the documents actually meant
- What decisions Troy and Damian needed to make
Questions were encouraged and answered promptly so Troy and Damian could move forward with confidence.
2. Care in how the process was managed
A family business is more than plant and equipment. It represents years of effort, risk, and identity as owners.
Nav’s calm, confident approach helped reduce the pressure of the process. Troy and Damian always knew what was happening, what came next, and which issues were being handled behind the scenes.
3. Precision in the legal detail
Nav and the Rouse team took responsibility for the detail of the transaction, including:
- Reviewing and negotiating the share sale agreement
- Managing warranties, indemnities, and risk allocation
- Addressing issues raised by the buyer’s advisers
- Coordinating completion so funds and documents exchanged smoothly
This allowed Troy and Damian to focus on transitioning the business and looking ahead, rather than getting lost in legal fine print.
The outcome, a smooth, confident exit
What could easily have been a stressful, overwhelming experience became a controlled and efficient process.
Troy and Damian completed the sale with:
- Confidence that the deal reflected the true value of the business
- Clarity about his rights and obligations post completion
- Peace of mind that the value built over 27 years had been recognised
He describes the experience this way:
“Nav handled the entire process with care and precision, making what could have been a stressful experience smooth and efficient. His calm, confident approach gave us real peace of mind, and we always felt we were in very capable hands.” – Troy Wright, Director
Troy and Damian have since recommended Rouse Lawyers to other business owners considering a sale or major commercial transaction.
Thinking about selling your business
If you are considering a sale, merger, or bringing in investors, early advice can make a significant difference to both the deal and your experience of the process.
The Rouse Lawyers Commercial and M&A team can help with:
- Preparing your business for sale
- Share sale and asset sale transactions
- Negotiating terms with buyers and investors
- Managing risk and protecting your position
To discuss your situation in confidence, contact our team.
Disclaimer
This article is for general information only and is not legal advice. You should obtain specific advice for your circumstances.