Business Details
16 Years
experience
Trusted Insolvency Solutions in Brisbane
Morton + Lee Insolvency is a boutique accounting practice specialising in corporate and personal insolvency services across Australia. With over 45 combined years of experience, Gavin Morton and Leon Lee deliver expert insolvency solutions grounded in professionalism, integrity, and practicality. Our firm commenced operations in 2010, building a reputation for skillful administration of insolvency appointments while maintaining a commercial, no-nonsense approach. We serve clients in South East Queensland and extend our services to regional and interstate areas, leveraging our extensive industry experience across diverse sectors.Our team combines dedicated staff with specialised knowledge to ensure efficient asset realisation and creditor distribution. We prioritise transparency, timely decision-making, and cost-effective solutions, operating without hierarchical delays to deliver results within reasonable timeframes and budgets. Our expertise spans formal insolvency appointments, business turnaround advice, and creditor negotiations, supported by qualifications from CPA Australia and regulatory registrations.
Services
Corporate Liquidations
Voluntary Administrations
Receiverships
Personal Bankruptcy
Business Turnaround Advice
Creditor Negotiation
Expert Witness
Statutory Trustee Appointments
Solvency Reports
Asset Sales
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer over 45 years of combined insolvency expertise across diverse industries.
- Our boutique structure enables quick decision-making and direct stakeholder communication.
- We deliver cost-effective solutions through streamlined team operations.
- Our hands-on approach ensures practical, no-nonsense insolvency management.
- We maintain a strong reputation for professionalism and ethical conduct.
Associations and certifications
- CPA Australia
Services
Corporate Liquidations
We manage formal liquidation processes for insolvent companies, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Our team realises assets, investigates director conduct, and distributes proceeds to creditors. With decades of experience, we provide transparent reporting and efficient administration tailored to each case's complexity.
Voluntary Administrations
Our practitioners guide companies through voluntary administration to assess viability and propose restructuring options. We negotiate with creditors and develop deed proposals while maintaining statutory obligations. Our approach prioritises stakeholder returns through practical solutions developed over 45 combined years of industry experience.
Personal Bankruptcy
We assist individuals with bankruptcy processes, including debt discharge and asset management. Our services cover sequestration orders, personal insolvency agreements, and trustee appointments. We provide confidential consultations to explore options for financial recovery while ensuring compliance with AFSA regulations.
Business Turnaround Advice
Our informal advisory services help businesses address financial distress before formal insolvency. We develop restructuring strategies, creditor negotiation frameworks, and cashflow solutions. This proactive approach leverages our industry expertise to preserve business continuity where viable.
Creditor Negotiation
We facilitate structured negotiations between debtors and creditors to achieve mutually acceptable repayment arrangements. Our impartial approach combines legal compliance with practical outcomes, reducing conflict while maximising recovery potential for all parties involved.
People
Gavin Morton
Principal
With 30 years insolvency experience, Gavin Morton is a registered liquidator and CPA Australia member. He established Morton + Lee in 2010 after senior roles at Grant Thornton and PKF. His expertise spans corporate liquidations and restructuring.
Leon Lee
Director
Leon Lee brings 18 years insolvency expertise as a registered liquidator and trustee. His background includes international banking roles and specialist insolvency work at national firms. He focuses on personal insolvency and voidable transaction recovery.
Questions
What insolvency services do you offer?
We provide corporate liquidations, voluntary administrations, receiverships, personal bankruptcy services, and business turnaround advice. Our formal appointments comply with ASIC/AFSA regulations while offering cost-effective solutions.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide confidential free consultations to discuss financial options. Appointments can be arranged at our Brisbane office or your premises across Australia.
Which areas do you service?
While based in Brisbane, we handle appointments throughout Queensland and interstate. Our boutique structure allows efficient service delivery without compromising quality.
How are your fees structured?
Our costs are lower than larger firms due to streamlined operations. We typically use three staff per assignment compared to seven or eight elsewhere, passing these efficiencies to clients.
What qualifications do your team hold?
Our practitioners hold CPA Australia qualifications, registered liquidator status, and trustee registrations. We maintain professional standards through ongoing industry engagement and regulatory compliance.
Can you assist with creditor disputes?
Yes, we facilitate creditor negotiations and manage disputes impartially. Our approach balances statutory obligations with practical outcomes to maximise returns for all stakeholders.
