From one title
to many.
For owners and developers dividing land or building to sell. We look after the legal work from the plan of subdivision to the settlement of the last lot.
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 subdivisions and development.
Each of these is a good reason to call, and none of them is too early.
- You want to subdivide your block and sell or build on the new lot.
- You are developing townhouses and need contracts ready for presales.
- You have been offered a development agreement on your land.
- Council has issued a permit and you are not sure what comes next.
How we help
A subdivision is a project. We keep the legal side of it on time.
A subdivision runs through planning, certification, statement of compliance and registration, and each step depends on the one before. The legal documents need to fit that sequence, especially if you are selling lots before the titles exist.
We work alongside your surveyor, town planner and builder, prepare the contracts and disclosure for each lot, deal with owners corporation rules where they apply, and settle the sales when the new titles issue.
What we do
- Advice at the start on structure, timing and finance
- Plans of subdivision, easements and owners corporation rules
- Development, joint venture and option agreements
- Off-the-plan contracts and disclosure for each lot
- Registration with Land Use Victoria
- Settlement of each sale as titles issue
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.
Can I sell lots before the plan is registered?
Yes, as off-the-plan sales, provided the contract and disclosure meet the Sale of Land Act. We prepare them so the sales hold until the titles issue.
Do you work with my surveyor and planner?
Yes. Most subdivisions run more smoothly when the lawyer, surveyor and planner talk to each other directly, and we do.
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.