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Land + Water + Home

Land + Water + Home

Our rural roots and city living stints provide an unrivalled experience in this area. We will protect your interests and guide you through all legal property matters including rural and agribusiness property transfers, water related sales and advice, major infrastructure projects affecting landholders, land releases and intergenerational transfers. If you are considering buying, selling or transferring property speak to our experienced property solicitors and conveyancing team.

Core Services

  • Conveyancing – buy, sell and transfer of property

    We manage all legal aspects of property transactions, including drafting and reviewing contracts, exchanging contracts, and ensuring smooth settlement processes for buying, selling, or transferring residential, commercial, and rural properties.

  • Stamp duty, land tax and capital gains

    Our team provides expert advice on state and federal tax obligations related to property transactions, helping clients navigate stamp duty, land tax assessments, and capital gains implications to ensure compliance and optimise financial outcomes.

  • Commercial leases

    We draft, negotiate, and review commercial lease agreements, ensuring terms are clear, enforceable, and aligned with our clients’ business needs. We also advise on rights, obligations, and dispute resolution strategies.

  • Renewal of leases or extension of option term

    We assist landlords and tenants with lease renewals and exercising option terms, ensuring all legal requirements are met and that agreements reflect current market conditions and client objectives.

  • Water licences, works approvals

    Our firm advises on regulatory compliance and applications for water licences and works approvals, particularly relevant to rural and agricultural properties, ensuring lawful access and use of water resources.

  • Land rights and easements

    We handle the creation, variation, and enforcement of easements and land rights, including access, utility, and shared use arrangements, protecting our clients’ interests and resolving disputes when they arise.

  • Local government applications

    We support clients in preparing and lodging applications with local councils, including planning permits, zoning changes, and development approvals, ensuring alignment with regulatory frameworks and strategic goals.

  • Rural and residential property

    Our services cover the unique legal considerations of rural and residential property transactions, including land use restrictions, environmental concerns, and title complexities, providing tailored advice for each property type.

  • Insurance

    We advise on property-related insurance matters, including coverage requirements, claims processes, and risk management strategies, helping clients safeguard their investments and comply with legal obligations.

FAQs

Conveyancing is the legal process of transferring property ownership from one party to another, covering everything from contract review and negotiations through to settlement and registration of title.

A lawyer can handle straightforward property transfers but also identify and resolve more complex legal issues that may arise, such as disputes, contract variations, tax implications or planning restrictions.

Yes – while the basic process is similar, rural transactions often involve additional complexities such as water rights, easements, stock and equipment, agricultural leases, environmental obligations, and compliance with industry-specific regulations, which require more detailed due diligence.

Yes – while some joint ventures begin informally, a written agreement is essential to clearly set out each party’s rights, responsibilities, contributions and exit arrangements, reducing the risk of disputes and protecting the value of the venture.

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