Property Law

Property is one of the most valuable assets an individual or business will hold. The law surrounding property is complex, technical, and highly regulated. At Bentleys Law, our property lawyers provide sophisticated advice and tailored solutions for clients ranging from large corporations and developers to small and medium enterprises and private individuals.

At Bentleys Law, we are meticulous in our approach. We listen carefully, identify your objectives, and implement a strategy designed to achieve the best possible outcome while minimising risk

We act in all areas of property law, including:

• Conveyancing:Our conveyancing services extend well beyond contract preparation and settlement. We provide comprehensive legal oversight throughout the entire transaction, identifying risks and addressing issues such as zoning restrictions, planning approvals, title defects, financing conditions, GST and stamp duty implications, and compliance with the Transfer of Land Act 1958 (Vic). This holistic approach ensures our clients’ property interests are fully safeguarded.

  Our Conveyancing services cover all property transactions from the sale or purchase of the family home to multimillion-dollar commercial acquisitions and disposals.

• Business sale and purchase agreements: advising both vendors and purchasers on the transfer of businesses, assets, and goodwill.
• Leases and licences:drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial, retail, and industrial leases, as well as advising on compliance with the Retail Leases Act 2003 (Vic) and other regulatory frameworks.
• Owner corporations and strata law:assisting with governance, management disputes, and compliance under the Owners Corporations Act 2006 (Vic).
• Property development and subdivisions: guiding clients through planning, title registration, financing, and construction-related legal issues.
• Disputes and litigation: representing clients in property-related disputes, including boundary issues, adverse possession, contractual breaches, leasing disputes, and ownership conflicts.