Alex Solo

Co-Founder

Biography

Alex is a lawyer, entrepreneur and co-founder of Sprintlaw, an international legal services business that's transforming the way legal services are delivered to small businesses. Sprintlaw operates in Australia, New Zealand and the UK and has won many industry awards, including being listed as the fastest growing legal business in the Asia Pacific region by the Financial Times in 2022.

As a lawyer, Alex specialises in the technology space and was named one of Australia's Most Influential Lawyers by Australasian Lawyer in 2022, one of Asia Law Portal's "30 People to Watch" in the Business of Law in Asia in 2020 and was selected by Lawyer's Weekly as the top under 30 technology & media lawyer in Australia in 2019.

Prior to founding Sprintlaw, Alex worked as a technology lawyer at Clayton Utz and was the founder and managing director of Spidr, an online digital agency which he sold in 2015.

Education

Bachelor of Laws (2013), University of Sydney

Bachelor of Arts (Media & Communication) (2011), University of Sydney

Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice (2014), Australian National University

Professional Membership

Admitted to the Supreme Court of NSW

Admitted to the High Court

Awards

Sydney Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award (Winner, '19, '20, '21, Finalist '22, '23)

Asia Law Portal '30 People To Watch' list ('20, '23)

Leading Technology Lawyer (NSW), Legal Adviser Awards ('23)

Most Influential Lawyer List, Australasian Lawyer ('22)

30 Under 30 Award in Tech, Media and Telco (Winner, '19)

B&T 30 Under 30 Entrepreneur Awards ('19)

Australasian Law Awards Young Private Practice Lawyer of the Year ('19)

Service Expertise

Business Set Up Commercial Leases Consumer Law Contracts Data & Privacy Digital Marketing & Advertising eCommerce Employment Law Franchising Getting Finance Intellectual Property Startups Creative & Entertainment Software & IT Business Sales Regulatory Compliance

Alex Solo's
Articles & Guides

Informal Meetings at Work in New Zealand: What Employers Should Do

An informal meeting at work can help resolve issues early, but New Zealand employers still need to act fairly. This guide explains when an informal

30 May 2026

What Does Permanent Part-time Mean in New Zealand? Employer Guide

Permanent part-time in New Zealand means an ongoing employment relationship with fewer hours than full-time work. This employer guide explains how

30 May 2026

Using Contractors and Freelancers in New Zealand Childcare Centres

Using contractors and freelancers in a New Zealand childcare centre can be practical, but only if the arrangement is genuinely independent and documented

30 May 2026

Franchise Transfers in New Zealand: Legal Steps for Franchisors and Franchisees

Buying or selling a franchise in New Zealand involves more than a standard business sale. This guide covers franchisor consent, transfer clauses, lease

30 May 2026

Employee Transfers in New Zealand: Legal Issues for Employers

An employee transfer can create unexpected legal risk for New Zealand employers, especially in business sales, outsourcing changes, and internal

30 May 2026

Company Constitutions and Charters in New Zealand: Governance and Shareholder Rights

A company charter can mean different things, but for most New Zealand businesses the key legal document is the company constitution. Here is what

30 May 2026

Amending an NFP Constitution in New Zealand: Legal Steps to Follow

Amending a not for profit constitution in New Zealand is not just a paperwork step. This guide explains the legal process, common mistakes, and what

30 May 2026

Privacy Policies for Credit Providers in New Zealand: What to Include

Credit providers in New Zealand collect sensitive personal and financial information, so a generic privacy policy is rarely enough. This guide covers what

30 May 2026

Who Owns Freelancer-created IP for New Zealand Design Studios?

If your New Zealand design studio hires freelancers, do you automatically own the logo, artwork, code, or content they create? Usually, you should not

30 May 2026

Refund Policies for New Zealand Online Businesses: Legal Requirements and Review Tips

A refund policy review can help New Zealand online businesses avoid misleading wording, customer disputes and privacy gaps. Here are the main legal

29 May 2026

Who Owns IP Created by Freelancers for New Zealand SaaS Businesses?

Paying a freelancer does not always mean your New Zealand SaaS business owns the code, branding, or other IP they create. This guide explains when

29 May 2026

Can an Employee Have More Than One Job in New Zealand?

Employees in New Zealand can often hold more than one job, but employers may still place lawful and reasonable limits. This guide explains what to check

29 May 2026

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