Property & Conveyance

Property & Conveyance
Whether you are looking to buy or sell a property, commence a development, or seeking advice on leasing, our specialist property law team is here to help.
The area of property law is full of red tape and regulatory restrictions. We provide advice on tax minimization strategies, stamp duty and how to structure your property transactions. With our wealth of local experience, we recognize the economic and legal complexities of property transactions and aim to provide clear and straightforward legal advice.
We serve clients in both residential and commercial sectors. Due to the multidisciplinary nature of our firm and the extent of our network, we have keen insight into commercial and risk-management factors which differentiates us from other firms. No matter the scale of your property needs, rest assured we will deliver the very best outcomes.
Our team also specialises in foreign investment, a field where the law is everchanging. If you are a foreign investor it is vital that you understand the requirements mandated by the Foreign Investment Review Board (FIRB). Our mission is to give you concise and comprehensive advice so that you are armed with the information needed to make the best commercial decisions.
Our practice areas include the following:

Purchase & Sale of Property (Conveyancing)
- Contract and Section 32 (Vendor Statement)
- Advice on Business Structures
- Contract Review & Advice
- Stamp Duty, CGT & Land Tax
- FIRB

Leases
- Lease Agreement & Disclosure Document
- Transfer of Lease
- Surrender of Lease
- Breach of Lease / Lease Disputes
- Retail Leases Act (Commercial Leases)
- Residential Tenancies Act (Residential Leases)

Mortgage & Loans
- Loan Agreement
- Review & Advice on Loan Agreements
- Solicitors’ Certificate
- Personal Guarantee
- Registration, Transfer & Discharge of Mortgage
- Caveat
- Mortgagee Sale (Forced Sale)
Frequently Asked Questions
Firstly, we will reach out to you to gain a deeper understanding of your situation. Subsequently, we will assign a lawyer who will engage in a conversation with you, either through a phone call or an in-person meeting, in order to provide an initial assessment of your case. We will then explain your available options and advise you on the next steps you should take to solve your legal problem.
We take pride in having the fastest response times in the industry.
For every inquiry, we guarantee an initial response within 24 hours.
After the initial consultation, you will have a better idea of the timeline for the next steps required.
After we receive your initial inquiry, we will allocate a specialist lawyer in the relevant practice area to give you an initial assessment of the matter.
Due to the multidisciplinary nature of our firm, we can assign an expert lawyer to your matter no matter the type or the scale of your matter.
Alternatively, you can request to speak to a particular lawyer.
At Verge Legal we have a policy of making full disclosure of all estimated legal fees and disbursements right at the start of each matter.
By law, we are required to give you a comprehensive costs agreement and costs disclosure which will outline how are fees are charged. You can take comfort in the knowledge that there will be no hidden fees or surprises.
We offer fixed fees for certain matters such as conveyancing and transactional deals. For others such as litigation, we generally charge an hourly rate.
We work hard to ensure that our rates are competitive. You can discuss with us a mutually suitable fee arrangement.
Before you engage any lawyer you should check that they are listed on the Victorian Legal Services Board (VLSBC) Register of Lawyers.
You can rest assured in the knowledge that we are a fully accredited and insured incorporated law practice and all our lawyers hold current practising certificates.

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Get in Touch Today
If you require assistance, please contact us today. We pride ourselves on providing clear communication and no-nonsense legal advice. Our dedicated team will ensure that your case receives the attention it deserves.

Step 1
Contact us and let us know your legal problem.

Step 2
We will select the right lawyer based on practice area and expertise.

Step 3
You will be scheduled to meet with the best lawyer for your circumstances as soon as possible.

Step 4
Speak to our expert lawyer who will explain to you the relevant law and list the options available to you.