Skip to main content
Legal Support Built for the People Who Bring Stories to Life.

Legal support built for the people who bring stories to life.

WordSmith Legal is a boutique Australian law firm, led by a publishing lawyer and practising fiction editor, specialising in legal services for authors, editors, publishers and creative professionals.

We understand your world because we’re part of it.

Finally, a law firm that speaks your language.

The publishing industry is full of talented people, authors, editors, designers, illustrators, proofreaders, and more, who pour their expertise into every project. But when it comes to the legal side of running a creative business, most generalist firms just don’t get it.

WordSmith Legal was built to change that. We provide plain-English legal advice and practical tools tailored specifically to the needs of publishing professionals. No unnecessary jargon. No one-size-fits-all answers. Just clear, relevant legal support from someone who genuinely understands the industry.

How we can help

Contract Law

Contract Law

Contracts that protect your work and your relationships, drafted, reviewed and negotiated on your behalf.

Corporate Law

Corporate Law

Practical legal guidance to help you structure and grow your creative business with confidence.

Copyright

Copyright Law

Your creative output is valuable. We’ll help you understand and protect your rights.

Copyright
Intellectual Property

Intellectual Property

Safeguard the ideas, brands and content that make your business unique.

Intellectual Property

TEMPLATE STORE

Need Something Straightforward?
Start with a Template

Our professionally drafted legal templates are designed with publishing
professionals in mind. Download, fill in and use – it’s that simple.


Step 1 – Browse the template library and choose the document you need.

Step 2 – Purchase securely online. You’ll receive an email with instant access to your download.

Step 3 – Fill in the template with your specific project requirements.

Step 4 – Put it to use and get on with the work you love.


Why WordSmith Legal?

books

Industry Insiders

Our founder is both a qualified lawyer and a practising fiction editor. We don’t just understand publishing — we live it.

person-business-person

Plain-English Advice

We translate complex legal concepts into language that actually makes sense, so you can make informed decisions with confidence.

pencil

Built for Creatives

Everything we offer, from our services to our templates, has been developed with the specific needs of publishing professionals in mind.

person-speech-bubble

Accessible & Approachable

Legal support shouldn’t feel intimidating. We’re here to make it easier, not harder.

Ready to get the legal side sorted?

Whether you need tailored legal advice or a ready-to-use template, WordSmith Legal is here to help.