Commercial property,
read with care.
Buying or selling a shop, office, warehouse or development site raises questions a home purchase does not. Tenancies, GST and planning among them. We work through each one before you are committed.
Client reviews
Property law clients,
in their own words.
Been dealing with Dinesh, Pallavee and his staff for over 10 years, more than 20 properties settled through them. The amount of expertise Joshi Lawyers has is next to none… every question answered and every transaction handled in the most professional way.
Ankur AnandProperty investor · Google review, 2018 Made a complex process simple. I received pro-active phone calls and emails letting me know about timeframes and deadlines… Everything was completed remotely and so easy, as well as regular communication which far exceeded my expectations.
Dhaval PatelHome buyer · Google review, 2020 I’ve used Joshi Lawyers a few times now and have always had a good experience with them. The communication and service from their team throughout the entire process from start to finish is great, and they are cost-effective, too.
Ian HProperty and conveyancing client · Google review, 2019 We bought our first commercial property and Dinesh looked after our file… sent us all information three days prior with all calculations, and kept us posted with all changes on the settlement date. A hassle-free experience.
Ravneet KaurCommercial property buyer · Google review, 2020 The process went smooth with no stress, communication was easy and we were kept informed throughout the process. We can’t recommend them enough and we will definitely be using their services for future settlements.
Dureka HomesBuilder · Google review, 2019 I am with them for the past 5 years for several land purchases. In all instances they have provided great service to me… taking ownership and providing extra-mile service.
Sumita MukherjeeLand investor · Google review, 2019
Is this you?
When people come to us about commercial and retail property.
Each of these is a good reason to call, and none of them is too early.
- You are buying a shop with a tenant and a lease you have not read.
- The contract says the sale is a going concern, or uses the margin scheme.
- You want to buy a warehouse for your own business.
- Your super fund or company is buying the property.
How we help
With commercial property, the leases are often worth more than the bricks.
The value of a tenanted property depends on its leases. We read them alongside the contract, check the rent, the term, the options and the tenant’s obligations, and tell you what you are actually buying.
GST, land tax and planning controls also need attention. We work with your accountant on the tax questions and make sure the contract reflects what was agreed, then settle the purchase or sale electronically.
What we do
- Contract and section 32 review for commercial property
- Leases, rent, options and tenant obligations reviewed
- GST, going concern and margin scheme questions, with your accountant
- Planning, zoning and permit checks
- Purchases through companies, trusts and super funds
- Conveyancing and electronic settlement
What happens first
Your first week with us.
A matter should feel different from the first call. This is what you can expect before anything is signed or sent.
The first call: the property and the timetable
What you are selling or developing, who else is involved, and the dates the agent, lender or council are working to.
In writing: the scope and the fee
Conveyancing is a fixed fee, quoted before you engage us. Development and commercial property work is scoped in writing before it starts.
The documents: built from the right searches
We order the title, planning and authority certificates ourselves, and tell you if anything in them needs attention before the property goes to market.
From then on: one lawyer, no chasing
The same lawyer sees the matter through to settlement. You are told the settlement figures before the day, not after.
Your team
Who you will deal with.
Matters are run by the people below, not handed down.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
If your question is not here, it is a good reason for the free call.
Should I have the leases reviewed before I buy?
Yes. Leases often carry more risk and value than anything else in a commercial purchase, and they transfer with the property.
Can you act on the lease as well as the purchase?
Yes. Our commercial practice prepares and reviews leases for landlords and tenants.
What does it cost?
Conveyancing is a fixed fee, quoted before you engage us. Development, SMSF and commercial property work is handled by senior lawyers and scoped in writing before it starts, so you know what you are committing to and what you will get for it.
More in selling and developing
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- Vendor contracts and section 32sContracts of sale and vendor statements prepared for residential, commercial and off-the-plan sales.Read more
- Subdivisions and developmentSubdivisions, development agreements and the sale of new lots, from the plan to the last settlement.Read more
- Property transfersTransfers between family members, on separation, and into or out of trusts and companies.Read more
Tell us what is going on. We will tell you where you stand.
A free 15-minute call. If it is a matter for us, you are booked in with the right solicitor before the call ends. If it is not, we will say so.