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Property Law Services at Balfour Meagher
Welcome to Balfour Meagher’s Property Law Services page. As a boutique commercial and corporate law firm in Perth, Western Australia, we provide expert, senior-level advice on all aspects of property law. Our team, with over 30 years of combined experience, delivers fixed-fee services where possible to ensure transparency and value. Whether you’re a developer, landlord, tenant, buyer, or seller, we help navigate the complexities of WA property laws to protect your interests and achieve smooth outcomes.
Explore our services below, or contact us for a free 15-minute consultation.
Our Key Property Law Services
We offer a comprehensive range of services tailored to residential, commercial, industrial, rural, and property development needs. Here’s how we can assist:
- Conveyancing and Settlements
Handling the transfer of property ownership efficiently. This includes preparing and reviewing contracts, managing settlements, and ensuring compliance with duties and taxes. Fixed-fee options are available for standard transactions to avoid surprises. - Commercial, Retail, Industrial, and Agribusiness Leases:
Advising landlords and tenants on lease agreements, including negotiations, drafting, and renewals. We cover retail shop leases under the Commercial Tenancy (Retail Shops Agreements) Act 1985 (WA), industrial leases, agribusiness arrangements, and specialized leases like SMSF lease-backs compliant with the Superannuation Industry (Supervision) Act. - Property Development and Subdivisions
Supporting developers and landowners throughout the full lifecycle of projects, including urban development, strata titling, subdivisions, due diligence reports, and joint venture agreements. - Property Sales and Purchases
Guiding clients through buying or selling residential homes or commercial properties. Our services include contract preparation, auction/tender advice, option deeds, and due diligence on issues such as contamination or encumbrances. - Planning and Approvals
Advising on development applications, planning appeals, and compliance with local regulations, including submissions to the State Administrative Tribunal. - Building and Construction Contracts
Reviewing and drafting construction contracts, and handling disputes over payments, variations, or defects — often using standard forms such as Australian Standards or HIA contracts. - Specialised Advice
Covering areas like contaminated sites under the Contaminated Sites Act 2003 (WA), real estate agent compliance, foreign investment approvals (FIRB), and encumbrance reviews for rural properties.
Types of Documents We Prepare and Review
Our experienced lawyers draft, negotiate, and review a wide array of property-related documents to ensure they are robust and compliant. Common examples include:
- Contracts of sale and purchase (including off-the-plan strata units)
- Due diligence reports, management statements, and strata by-laws
- Option deeds and auction/tender conditions
- Deeds of Co-Ownership/Property Share
- Lease agreements (retail, commercial, industrial, sub-leases, assignments, extensions, surrenders)
- Restrictive covenants, easements, and profit-à-prendre agreements
- acquisitions by Self-Managed Superannuation Funds (SMSFs) including Limited Recourse Borrowing Arrangements (LRBA) and related bare trust/custodian
- Mortgages, caveats, and security documents (including related PPSR registrations)
- Default and termination notices.
- Building and construction contracts, developer contribution deeds.
- Clearance certificates for foreign resident capital gains withholding tax.
- Joint venture and escrow agreements for developments.
- Settlements and conveyancing services; including via the online Property Exchange Australia (PEXA ) platform.
Why Choose Us?
- Senior Expertise: All work is performed by seasoned lawyers, ensuring high-quality, personalised advice.
- Fixed Fees: Transparent pricing for many services with no hidden costs.
- Client-Centric Approach: Clear communication, quick turnaround times, and practical legal solutions.
- WA-Focused: Deep understanding of Western Australian legislation, from the Property Law Act 1969 (WA) to local planning regulations.