Property Lawyer
Bruce Durie is an experienced property lawyer with 42 years in practice and the head of our Commercial
and Estates team, based in Cleveland office.His particular area of interest is in wills and estates, where he has a strong track record of successfully handling clients affairs and requirements.
Property Lawyer
Hamish Carlyle is a founding Partner and Managing Partner of Rostron Carlyle Rojas Lawyers.He oversees
the Compensation group practice at the firm and acts in a wide variety of litigious matters where his significant experience dictates.
Property Lawyer
Hideki Shimizu is the founder and principal of Phoenix Law & Associates,and the firms sister companies:
Conveyancing Home Queensland, Injury & Accident Law and Go Australia Visa Consultant.
Property Lawyer
Nina Flewell-Smith holds a Bachelor of Laws from Bond University and a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice
from the Queensland College of Law.She advises in the areas of corporate, commercial and not-for-profit/charity law.
Property Lawyer
Kerri Balaba is an Associate at Bennett & Philp Lawyers and a member of the Property & Real Estate Team
specialising in property development and conveyancing. Her experience in property law matters enables her to manage a high volume of conveyancing matters independently.
Property Lawyer
Brianna Mckenzie has developed a strong reputation as a highly competent and reliable lawyer who practices
across a number of fields of law. She has been involved in a variety of matters including Domestic Violence,Criminal Law,Property Law,Estate Law,Family Law.
Property Lawyer
Tessa Delamere has worked in the legal industry since she was 18. She is a part of Property and Projects
team assisting and working with clients helping them buy and sell properties throughout Queensland.
Property lawyers (also called conveyancing lawyers or real estate lawyers) handle all legal matters related to buying, selling, leasing, or transferring property. Their key responsibilities include:
Checking the ownership of the property.
Ensuring the title is clear with no debts, disputes, or restrictions.
Reviewing zoning, easements, covenants, and land use rights.
Drafting and reviewing Contracts of Sale.
Making sure all terms and conditions protect the client.
Identifying any hidden clauses or legal risks.
Managing the entire conveyancing process for buyers or sellers.
Ensuring correct transfer documents are lodged with the relevant state authority (e.g., NSW Land Registry).
Advising on rights and obligations before signing any agreement.
Negotiating terms, extensions, settlement dates, and special conditions.
Ensuring compliance with state property laws.
Coordinating with banks, brokers, agents, and government departments.
Ensuring funds are transferred safely and correctly.
Completing all paperwork to finalise the settlement.
Handling boundary disputes, ownership conflicts, and tenancy issues.
Representing clients in mediation or court if required.
Providing legal support for:
Residential purchases and sales
Commercial leases
Development projects
Sub-division and strata matters
Construction contracts
Each state has different rules (NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA, TAS, NT, ACT).
Property lawyers ensure all dealings meet the legal requirements of the state.
Advising on Stamp Duty, GST, Capital Gains considerations, and first-home buyer benefits.
Their final duty is to ensure the client’s property transaction is legally sound, risk-free, and completed without complications.