Property law guidance rooted in Queensland experience

Whether you are purchasing your first home, navigating a boundary dispute, or settling a complex estate, our solicitors bring decades of focused property law practice to your matter.

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27+Years of practice
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98%Client satisfaction
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What we handle

Property law services tailored to your needs

Residential conveyancing

We manage every stage of buying or selling residential property in Queensland — from contract review and due diligence searches through to settlement day. Our team ensures the transfer of title proceeds without delay or unexpected cost, coordinating with lenders, agents, and local councils on your behalf.

Commercial leasing

Negotiating or reviewing a retail or commercial lease demands attention to clauses around rent review, make-good obligations, and assignment rights. We draft, review, and negotiate lease agreements that protect your position whether you are a landlord or a tenant entering a new premises.

Title and easement disputes

Boundary encroachments, right-of-way conflicts, and adverse possession claims can jeopardise the value of your land. Our property lawyers investigate title records, liaise with surveyors, and represent you in mediation or before the Queensland Land Court to resolve these matters efficiently.

Property settlements and estates

When relationships end or a family member passes away, real property often becomes the most contested asset. We guide executors, beneficiaries, and separating couples through property settlement processes, ensuring compliance with the Property Law Act 1974 (Qld) and the Family Law Act where applicable.

Strata and body corporate

Unit owners and body corporate committees face unique regulatory requirements under the Body Corporate and Community Management Act. We advise on by-law enforcement, lot entitlements, common property disputes, and disclosure obligations during off-the-plan purchases.

Development and subdivision

From negotiating infrastructure agreements with local councils to preparing community title schemes, we support developers and landowners at every phase of subdivision and land development, including environmental compliance and planning appeals under Queensland legislation.

Why it matters

Common challenges we solve for property owners

Risks you may face

  • Undisclosed encumbrances discovered after exchange of contracts
  • Lease terms that expose you to unfair rent escalations
  • Neighbour disputes that escalate without legal intervention
  • Delayed settlements that incur penalty interest

How we protect you

  • Thorough pre-contract searches including flood, contamination, and planning overlays
  • Clause-by-clause lease negotiation with your commercial goals in mind
  • Early mediation strategies that keep costs proportionate
  • Proactive settlement management with daily tracking and lender coordination
Your journey

Four steps from enquiry to resolution

Initial discussion

We listen to your situation, identify the legal issues at play, and outline a clear path forward — usually within one business day of your enquiry.

Document review

Our team examines contracts, titles, survey plans, and any relevant correspondence to build a complete picture before advising on strategy.

Action and negotiation

We draft, negotiate, or challenge documents on your behalf, keeping you informed at every milestone and seeking your instructions before key decisions.

Completion and follow-up

Once the matter settles, we confirm all registrations, file necessary documents with Titles Queensland, and provide a summary for your records.

What our clients say

"They identified a zoning issue that could have cost us $80,000 if we had settled without their review. Absolutely worth every cent."
— Sarah M., first-home buyer, Brisbane
"Our commercial lease renewal was handled with precision. The rent review clause they negotiated saved our business significant expense over five years."
— David L., café owner, Gold Coast
"After our father passed, the team guided us through the property transfer with compassion and clarity. We never felt lost in the process."
— Karen and Tom R., Toowoomba
Frequently asked

Questions about property law in Queensland

In Queensland, a typical residential property settlement occurs 30 to 42 days after contracts are signed, though this can vary depending on finance approval timelines and whether the property is vacant or tenanted. We aim to keep you updated weekly so there are no surprises as settlement day approaches.
Standard searches include a title search, survey plan review, council rates and water rates checks, flood and bushfire overlay searches, contaminated land register search, and transport and main roads search. For rural properties, we also recommend vegetation management and mining tenure searches.
Yes. Under the Neighbourhood Disputes (Dividing Fences and Trees) Act 2011, there are specific procedures for resolving fence disagreements. We can draft the required notice, negotiate cost-sharing arrangements, and if necessary, represent you in the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal.
We offer fixed-fee conveyancing for straightforward residential transactions and provide detailed cost estimates before commencing any other property matter. For disputes and complex transactions, we charge on a time-cost basis with regular billing updates so you maintain full visibility of costs.
Licensed conveyancers can handle standard transfers, but a solicitor is better positioned when the transaction involves unusual contract conditions, development approvals, trust structures, or the potential for dispute. We often work alongside conveyancers or step in when a matter becomes more complex than initially anticipated.

Let us discuss your property matter

Reach out for an initial conversation about your situation. We respond to all enquiries within one business day and provide a clear indication of costs before any work begins.

8216 Mackenzie Summit, Haydenworth, Queensland 7987, Australia
+61 7 3666 9742
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