Practice area
Articles on Victorian property and conveyancing — including residential tenancies, leasing, caveats and the legal issues that arise when buying, selling or holding real estate.
A plain-English guide to the four-step property settlement process in Australian family law — identifying the pool, contributions, future needs, just and equitable, disclosure, super, businesses, trusts and inheritances, consent orders and court proceedings.
A plain-English guide to superannuation splitting in Australian family law — how super is treated in property settlements, accumulation vs defined benefit funds, splitting orders, agreements, tax and practical examples.
A practical legal guide for purchasers considering commercial property in Victoria — contract review, due diligence, leases, GST, planning, settlement and the legal issues to address before signing.
The absentee owner surcharge is an additional Victorian land tax charge for certain absentee owners. Learn when it may apply, notification issues and when to seek advice.
A practical guide to when the Retail Leases Act 2003 (Vic) applies to a lease, the common exclusions, landlord disclosure obligations and the risks of getting classification wrong.
A practical guide to buying residential property in Victoria — section 32 statements, contract review, finance, auctions, private sales, settlement and the most common mistakes purchasers make.
A practical guide to selling residential property in Victoria — preparing for sale, section 32 obligations, agent appointments, auctions versus private sales, contract issues, settlement and common seller mistakes.
A plain-English guide to the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal — its jurisdiction and powers, starting and responding to proceedings, hearings, evidence, costs and practical tips for applicants and respondents.
A practical guide for Victorian renters — condition reports, rental agreements, quiet enjoyment, fixed-term and periodic tenancies, subletting and when to seek legal advice.
When a caveat can be used to protect an interest in real estate after separation — what a caveat is, the risks of lodging one, and the alternatives available.
