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Compulsory Acquisition

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Anna Shaw
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Hunt & Hunt has one of Australia's most experienced and respected compulsory acquisition teams. With decades of experience and advising on thousands of claims, we are a recognised market leader.
Compulsory acquisition is a complex and often confronting process, that can have significant impacts on individuals, businesses, and communities. Claimants and Acquiring Authorities need to understand their options, rights and obligations early to achieve the best possible outcomes.
Whatever stage you're at, contact us for an obligation-free discussion.

Call or email Anna Shaw on 03 8602 9232 or [email protected] or fill in the form below.

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What our clients think…

"We had an excellent experience working with Hunt & Hunt Lawyers, especially with Anna Shaw and Cait Bowman. They handled our compulsory acquisition matter with great professionalism, patience, and care. Throughout the process, they kept us clearly informed, explained every detail, and made what could have been a stressful experience much easier. Their communication was always prompt and considerate. We truly appreciate their expertise and support, and we would highly recommend their team to anyone seeking reliable and professional legal assistance."

Kevin

"Thank you so much for allowing Cait and Anna to support us through this unfortunate difficult time dealing with the compulsory acquisition. They have made the experiences less painful. We like to call out Cait and Anna for their professionalism, courteousness and care in guiding us through this period. We also like to say extra thank you to Cait & Anna for their dedication to clearly explain and clarify for us this rather complex process and the Authority machinery. You guys are awesome."

Michael L

"We’d like to thank Anna, Anton, and Cait from Hunt & Hunt Lawyers for their great support throughout our project. Their professionalism, efficiency, and attention to detail helped ensure the project was successfully completed. Highly recommended!"

Joey W

"Anton Dunhill leads the compulsory acquisitions team, and his knowledge and experience are second to none. Throughout the entire process, Anton and his team were patient, thoughtful in their advice, and ultimately helped us achieve an outcome we were very happy with."

Seong-Lee A

"Hunt and Hunt have successfully helped many of our clients achieve fantastic results when facing compulsory acquisitions by many and various government authorities. Their wills and estates, property, planning and litigation matters teams have also helped our clients achieve their goals. They are dedicated to providing excellent client service and place their clients interests first."

Peter Hay, valuer

"I was truly impressed by Hunt and Hunt Lawyers because of their professional, responsible, and reliable service. The case took two years because quite a few institutions were involved, and I felt almost exhausted. Now, the case is over, and I have received full reimbursement from the relevant party. Their timely responses and enthusiasm are highly appreciated. It was a very long process, but the lawyers were incredibly helpful; they were very professional, reliable, and patient."

Veronica C

"When we heard our property was to be acquired, we were a little anxious to say the least. Anna, from our initial contact, you put us at ease. Reassuring us that Hunt & Hunt would take care of everything. You constantly kept us up to date and when we didn’t quite understand the next step, you were always at the end of the phone. Please pass on our sincere thanks to everyone at Hunt & Hunt and a huge thankyou to you."

Alan & Denise L

"We are extremely grateful to you both and everyone at Hunt & Hunt Lawyers involved, for your hard work, support, guidance and expertise in our matter seeking fair compensation for the compulsory acquisition of our business premises and the resultant loss of our business. It was an extremely difficult time for us and we were very blessed to have had your knowledge and support to guide us through this very difficult process. We can’t recommend you highly enough, thank you so much."

Rob S

"We feel very fortunate to have engaged your services during the acquisition of our family properties by the Victorian School Building Authority. Your professional legal knowledge, care, skill and advice was exceptional. Your team were emotionally supportive and positive through difficult and lengthy negotiations which resulted in a successful outcome for us. The respect and kindness that was shown to us throughout this process will never be forgotten."

Ann-Maree G and Margaret W