Rex Afrasiabi: The No-Nonsense Lawyer Helping Aussies Win in Business and Life
Rex is the founder and principal at New Chapter Legal, a Melbourne-based law firm built for people who want more than legal jargon. He’s the guy business owners call when things get real—whether it’s navigating a messy contract, getting through commercial litigation, or needing straight-shooting advice on how to grow and protect their business.
From Fashion Floors to Courtroom Strategy
Rex didn’t start his career behind a desk with a pile of legal briefs. He actually came up through the fashion industry. It was fast, exciting, and loaded with opportunity—but it didn’t line up with what really drove him.
Helping people. Solving real problems. Building something that matters.
That’s what pulled him back into law. He launched New Chapter Legal to give people a legal team that actually gets it—one that combines legal experience with business brains.
Built for Business Owners, Not Just Legal Battles
Rex knows how business works because he’s been in it. He’s held executive roles, sat on boards, and advised top entrepreneurs across the country. That real-world experience is baked into how New Chapter Legal operates.
Clients don’t just get legal advice—they get strategy. They get a team that helps them think ahead, move smarter, and stay protected.
Whether it’s a startup trying to scale, a seasoned operator going through a tough negotiation, or a real estate mogul needing tight legal support, Rex brings clarity, grit, and a commercial mindset to the table.
More Than a Lawyer
Rex doesn’t just run a law firm. He’s also a regular on the business advisory show Real Estate Renovators, speaks at events, trains other lawyers, judges national business awards, and helps lead a charity.
He’s been the go-to guy for everyone from government bodies to entrepreneurs on the BRW 1000 list. He’s worked on big deals, messy disputes, and everything in between.
And yes, he’s got a tattoo on his ankle that reads “will not be overworked”—a reminder that you don’t have to burn yourself out to do good work. You just have to stay sharp, stay focused, and stay hungry.
The Bottom Line
Rex Afrasiabi is a rare breed—a lawyer who understands business, gives a damn about his clients, and doesn’t waste time. He’s proof that when you find your purpose and stick to it, you can build something that actually matters.
If you’re a business owner in Australia looking for real advice, not fluff, New Chapter Legal is the team you want in your corner.
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