Property
We're experts in the full spectrum of property transactions.
Hunt & Hunt takes a commercial and practical approach to property matters. We have a rich history partnering with clients on all legal matters that apply to the property sector. From project inception through to completion and ongoing management, our focus is to add value beyond purely our technical expertise.
Our client base comprises developers; local and international investors; owners; landlords; property funds, not-for-profits, and all levels of government – local, state and Commonwealth as well as government agencies and statutory authorities.
From asset protection, comprehensive advice on transactions, implementation of strategies and structures that minimise property tax, to high volume conveyancing; our team is able to provide solutions that are practical and cost effective.
Our expertise spans the full spectrum of property sector transactions including:
- Acquisitions and sales, including due diligence and report preparation
- Agribusiness
- Building and construction contracts
- Compulsory acquisition
- Conveyancing
- Crown land leasing
- Leasing and licensing, including retail leasing and liquor licensing
- Native Title
- Owners corporation rules and disputes
- Planning and environmental law
- Property management and development
- Property trusts and joint venture structures
- State taxes, GST and capital gains tax advice
- Subdivisions, including community title
- Syndicated property investments
- Valuation disputes
- Water law sales and purchases.
Latest Insights
High Court Appeal: Willmott Forests
The disclaiming of leasehold interests by liquidators On 10 May 2013, the High Court granted special leave to appeal the Victorian Court of Appeal’s decision in Willmott Forests Ltd (Receivers and Managers appointed) (in liquidation)…
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Disclaiming a Lease under s568 – Willmott goes to the High Court
The High Court recently granted special leave to appeal, and will now revisit the Victorian Court of Appeals decision in Re Willmott Forest Limited [2012] USCA 202 (29 August 2012) and the extent to which…
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Legislative Amendments to the Retail Leases Regulations in Victoria
On 22 April 2013, the Retail Leases Regulations 2013 (“new Regulations”) commenced operation and replaced the Retail Leases Regulations 2003 (“former Regulations”). The retail leases market in Victoria is now regulated by the Retail Leases…
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