Where your land ends,
and what you can build on it.
Easements, covenants and boundary problems usually surface when you want to build, sell or subdivide. We work out what affects your land and how to deal with it.
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 easements, covenants and boundaries.
Each of these is a good reason to call, and none of them is too early.
- A covenant on your title says only one house can be built.
- Your neighbour’s fence is not on the boundary.
- A drainage easement runs where you want to extend.
- Someone has used part of your land for years and now claims it.
How we help
What is on the title decides what you can do with the land.
Easements give others a right to use part of your land. Restrictive covenants limit what can be built. Both run with the title and bind every future owner. Some can be removed or varied, through a planning permit or an application to the Supreme Court.
We also advise on boundary disputes, dividing fence notices and adverse possession claims, where a person who has occupied land for at least 15 years may be able to claim title to it.
What we do
- Title, easement and covenant searches explained
- Removal or variation of easements and covenants
- Boundary and encroachment disputes
- Dividing fence notices and disputes
- Adverse possession applications and objections
- Advice before you build, sell or subdivide
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: what is at stake
What has happened, what the documents say, and any date that cannot be missed, such as a settlement or a notice period.
In writing: the steps and the cost
What needs to happen and in what order, with the fee quoted or scoped in writing before the work starts.
Urgent matters first
Guarantee advice is usually given the same day, and a caveat can be lodged the same day where you hold an interest in the land.
From then on: one lawyer, no chasing
The same lawyer sees the matter through, and you are told what is happening at each step.
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.
Can a restrictive covenant be removed?
Sometimes. A covenant can be removed or varied through a planning permit process or by the Supreme Court, depending on the covenant and who benefits from it. We assess the options first.
My neighbour has fenced in part of my land. What can I do?
Act early. If land is occupied without permission for long enough, the occupier may be able to claim it. We advise on your rights and the steps to take now.
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.
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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.