Property & Conveyancing

Property transactions and disputes require careful legal oversight from experienced property lawyers and conveyancers to protect your investment and interests. Whether you are buying, selling, leasing or developing property, our property and conveyancing team in Melbourne and Mount Waverley provides clear advice and manages the legal process from contract to settlement.

Our goal is to make your transaction as smooth and stress‑free as possible while safeguarding your rights.​

Buying and selling residential property

We assist with all aspects of residential conveyancing, including houses, units, apartments and vacant land. Our services include reviewing contracts and vendor statements, advising on special conditions, liaising with your lender and the other party’s representatives, and attending to settlement. We explain each step in plain language, so you know what to expect and when key decisions need to be made.​ Our conveyancing lawyers act for first‑home buyers, investors and downsizers across Melbourne, Mount Waverley and wider Victoria.

Commercial property and leasing

We act for landlords and tenants in the negotiation and preparation of commercial and retail leases. This includes reviewing lease terms, options, rent review mechanisms and outgoings, and explaining your ongoing obligations. We can also assist with the sale and purchase of commercial and industrial properties, including due diligence and finance requirements.​

We advise on commercial property transactions and leasing for small businesses, larger tenants, landlords and investors.

Developments, subdivisions and complex matters

If you are developing or subdividing property, we can help with structuring the project, preparing off‑the‑plan contracts, dealing with planning and title issues, and coordinating with your surveyor, lender and other advisers. For more complex matters or disputes that arise during a transaction, we work to resolve issues promptly and protect your position. Our property lawyers work with developers, builders and owners on subdivision, off‑the‑plan sales and disputes that arise during a project.

Why clients choose HOCW

Clients value our responsive service, clear communication and practical approach to solving problems. We take the time to understand your objectives and keep you informed throughout your matter, helping to minimise surprises and delays. Our team’s experience across property, estates and commercial law allows us to identify related issues early and address them efficiently.​

What our clients say

Our clients regularly comment on our approachable manner, clear explanations and steady support during significant property decisions. Many return to us for multiple transactions and recommend us to family and friends, reflecting the trust and confidence they place in our property and conveyancing team.

Our Property & Conveyancing team is headed by Director and Principal Lawyer, Sarah Lindsey, a Melbourne property and conveyancing lawyer, with Principal Lawyer, Bernard Mackey providing additional depth across residential, commercial and development matters from our Melbourne and Mount Waverley offices. They are supported by an experienced team of lawyers and conveyancers. Where property issues intersect with broader commercial arrangements or building contracts, we work closely with Principal Lawyer, Rachelle Eytan from our Commercial Law team.