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

Leasing Incentives and 'claw-backs'

Leasing Incentives and ‘claw-backs’

September 20, 2023

If you are a tenant or an owner of commercial or retail premises, you will be familiar with the idea of leasing incentives provided to secure tenant commitments.  Leasing incentives are a relatively modern device…

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Seller beware? Seller disclosure arrives (late) in Queensland

April 28, 2023

Real estate transactions in Queensland are facing significant changes, including a mandatory seller disclosure statement, as a result of the Property Law Bill 2023 (expected to soon become law). Following a thorough review and report published (over 5…

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Titles Office Practice Changes: Closure of the Permanent Order Book

April 14, 2023

The Permanent Order Book at the Victorian Land Titles Office has closed. Historically, the purpose of the Permanent Order Book was to assist parties lodging a significant volume of instruments executed under a Power of…

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