HOSPITALITY LAW, SERVED HOT
RESTAURANTS
CAFES
BARS & PUBS
BARS & PUBS
Yes Chef Legal is the law firm built exclusively for Australia’s hospitality industry. Founded by former chef turned lawyer Carlyon Ward, we understand the heat of the kitchen, the pressure of running a venue, and the complexity of navigating regulations. Our mission is to deliver sharp, practical legal solutions that help restaurants, cafés, bars, and hospitality groups not just survive, but thrive.
As the exclusive legal partner of the Australian Restaurant & Café Association (ARCA), we are trusted by industry leaders to protect and empower their businesses. Whether you’re opening your first café or managing a group of venues, Yes Chef Legal is your dedicated legal partner. Yes Chef Legal – By Hospitality. For Hospitality.
We call it Hospitality Law, but really it’s a focused application of commercial law. At our core, we are a commercial law firm, the difference is that we understand the realities of hospitality because we’ve lived and breathed it. From the kitchen to the boardroom, we know the pressures, challenges, and opportunities unique to this industry. That’s why every legal strategy we deliver is tailored specifically to the needs of hospitality businesses.
