Conveyancing Lawyer Sydney
Buying or selling property in Sydney? Our experienced conveyancing lawyers handle every aspect of your property transaction from contract review to settlement day with transparent fixed-fee pricing and comprehensive legal support. In our 11+ years serving Sydney property buyers and sellers, we’ve completed over 1,500 residential and commercial property transactions across NSW.Â
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Conveyancing Legal Services We Offer in Sydney
Whether you’re a first home buyer in Parramatta, a property investor in the Eastern Suburbs, or a business owner purchasing commercial premises in Sydney CBD, our conveyancing solicitors provide the legal expertise and responsive service you need.
Who Needs Conveyancing Services?
First Home Buyers
Making your first property purchase in Sydney?
We guide you through the entire buying process, explain complex legal terms in plain language, help you access stamp duty concessions and the First Home Owner Grant, and ensure your contract protects your interests. Our fixed-fee pricing means you can budget confidently for your biggest purchase.
Property Investors
Building your Sydney investment portfolio?
We provide specialised advice on tax-effective ownership structures, review strata by-laws for rental restrictions, coordinate simultaneous multiple property settlements, and work with your accountant to optimise your investment strategy. Our experience with 300+ investment property transactions ensures smooth acquisitions.
Business Owners
Purchasing or leasing commercial premises?
We negotiate commercial lease terms, verify zoning permits for your business use, review Retail Leases Act 1994 disclosure requirements, and coordinate property components of business sale transactions. Protect your business interests with solicitor-level legal advice.
Families & Retirees
Managing property during life transitions?
We assist with relationship property settlements, coordinating with family lawyers, retirement village contract reviews, protecting seniors from unfavourable terms, estate property transfers, and simultaneous buy-and-sell settlements, avoiding bridging finance.
Interstate & Overseas Buyers
Purchasing NSW property remotely?
We manage complete remote conveyancing via electronic signing and PEXA electronic settlement, coordinate building inspections through trusted contacts, handle FIRB approval for foreign buyers, and provide comprehensive support from anywhere in Australia or overseas.
Property Sellers
Selling your Sydney property?
We prepare compliant vendor contracts meeting Section 66W disclosure requirements, respond to buyer requisitions protecting your position, coordinate mortgage discharge with your lender, and represent you in settlement disputes.
Our Process: From First Consultation to Settlement
Free Initial Consultation
Book a free 15-minute consultation where we discuss your property transaction, answer your immediate questions, and explain how we protect your interests. You'll receive an upfront fixed-fee quote with no obligations.
Contract Review & Due Diligence
Once engaged, we immediately review your contract, conduct title searches, obtain council certificates, verify zoning, check building approvals, and provide detailed written advice on any risks or issues. We negotiate contract amendments protecting your position.
Pre-settlement Coordination
We coordinate with your lender for mortgage approval, conduct updated searches, prepare settlement statements with accurate adjustments, draft transfer documents, and keep you informed throughout the 4-6 week pre-settlement period.
Settlement Day
We conduct final title searches on settlement morning, manage PEXA electronic settlement (or physical attendance), coordinate fund transfers, exchange documents, register title same day, and confirm when you can collect keys, typically by 2 pm.
Post-Settlement Support
We verify title registration showing your ownership, deliver original certificates and stamped documents, coordinate mortgage discharge if applicable, resolve any post-settlement issues, and remain available for future property law questions.
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From Sydney CBD to Parramatta, North Sydney to Western Sydney, and across Greater Sydney and NSW, our conveyancing and property Lawyers provide local expertise with a comprehensive understanding of Sydney property markets and NSW property law.
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Property Law Challenges We Can Help Solve
Unclear or Missing Property Boundaries
Fence lines don’t match the title boundaries?
We arrange professional surveys, negotiate with neighbours if encroachments exist, and ensure title documents accurately reflect the property extent before you purchase.
Unregistered Mortgages or Caveats on Title
Previous mortgages still showing on the title?
We identify these through comprehensive searches, contact the parties who lodged them, and negotiate removal before settlement or initiate tribunal proceedings if necessary.
Unpaid Rates, Taxes, or Strata Levies
Worried about inheriting the seller’s debts?
Our due diligence requests rate certificates, and we adjust settlement statements so that unpaid amounts are deducted from seller proceeds you never pay the previous owner’s debts.
Easements & Restrictive Covenants
Property have rights-of-way or building restrictions?
We identify all easements and covenants through title searches, explain practical implications, and negotiate contract terms addressing significant limitations on your intended use.
Zoning Restrictions Preventing Intended Use
Planning to operate a business or build renovations?
We verify current zoning through council searches before you purchase and advise whether your plans require development approval or are prohibited entirely.
Unapproved Building Work & Compliance Issues
Previous owners made alterations without approval?
We identify unapproved work through building certificates and negotiate with sellers to obtain retrospective approval, provide price compensation, or allow contract rescission.
Contaminated Land or Environmental Problems
Property have n industrial use history?
For contamination risk properties, we order environmental assessments, review EPA records, and negotiate price adjustments reflecting remediation costs or diminished value.
Finance Approval Delays or Rejections
Lender delaying approval near settlement?
We maintain close lender contact throughout pre-settlement, proactively identify approval issues, negotiate settlement extensions if needed, and protect your finance clause rights if approval fails.
Contract Disputes & Settlement Complications
Buyer or seller threatening to walk away?
Our legal expertise resolves disputes, protecting your interests, enforces contract obligations, and represents you in property law proceedings if necessary.
Strata Issues for Apartment Purchases
Unit has undisclosed special levies or by-law restrictions?
We conduct thorough strata searches revealing financial position, building defects, rental restrictions, and pending litigation, identifying issues before you’re contractually bound.
Why Choose CMI Legal For Conveyancing Services In Sydney?
Our Conveyancing Lawyers' Track Record
Client Testimonials and Reviews
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I’ve had an incredibly positive experience working with John & Winnie on my matter. From start to finish, they have been professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely supportive throughout what’s been a stressful time for me.
They explained every step of the process clearly, responded promptly to any questions I had, and made complicated situations feel a lot more manageable. I felt like I was in good hands the entire time, and their calm, confident approach really helped me stay grounded.
Highly recommend CMI services to anyone needing immigration or legal assistance — couldn’t be more grateful.
Thanks again!
They explained every step of the process clearly, responded promptly to any questions I had, and made complicated situations feel a lot more manageable. I felt like I was in good hands the entire time, and their calm, confident approach really helped me stay grounded.
Highly recommend CMI services to anyone needing immigration or legal assistance — couldn’t be more grateful.
Thanks again!
As an old customer of CMI, this year is already the 8th year. Special thanks to attorney John and attorney Tina for carefully answering our various questions, providing a lot of professional advice and help, allowing us to easily complete each transaction.
Tina was a great lawyer - she was always incredibly knowledgeable, answered all questions promptly, and very friendly. Would recommend Tina!
Tina was a great help in guiding us through our first home buying experience. She gave us a lot of great explanations and advice from initial discussion of the process through every step until successful settlement. Communication and resolution of issues was prompt and professional.
Tina is a fantastic lawyer. her responses to my queries were thorough and timely, and impeccable organizational skills! Truly appreciated her clear and consistent communcation througout the entire property-purchasing process. she handled everything with profressionalism and expertise, making what could have been a stressful experience much smoother. Highly recommend!
We had the pleasure of working with Tina as our solicitor for our first home purchase, and we couldn’t have been in better hands. She carefully explained every step of the process, guiding us through what initially felt overwhelming and unfamiliar. Buying off the plan made us particularly cautious, especially when it came to reviewing legal documents. Tina’s meticulous approach put us at ease—she ensured we both clearly understood each aspect, taking the time to highlight and reorganise information to make it more accessible. Her dedication and professionalism made the entire experience far less daunting, and we’re truly grateful for her support.
John and Tina have provided great professional legal service since 2017 for me.
I realised that I hadn’t left a review for my dealings with CMI legal. I had dealt with them a few months ago, but an epiphany made me come and leave a review.
5 stars is insufficient to express their work. We were working Dee and she is an amazing and thorough professional. She goes above and beyond and explains matters that makes you understand things really well. Thank you Dee for your amazing work.
5 stars is insufficient to express their work. We were working Dee and she is an amazing and thorough professional. She goes above and beyond and explains matters that makes you understand things really well. Thank you Dee for your amazing work.
FAQs About Sydney Conveyancing Services
Licensed conveyancers handle administrative property transfers but cannot provide legal advice if disputes arise, represent you in court, or manage complex legal issues beyond routine transactions.
Conveyancing lawyers (solicitors) provide full legal protection, managing conveyancing plus advising on disputes, negotiating complex contracts, representing you in legal proceedings, and handling intersecting legal matters (family law, business law, property disputes).
Choose a lawyer when any complexity exists, commercial property, property disputes, family law settlements, or potential legal complications. Solicitors provide significantly greater protection.
Typical costs: $1,100-$2,500 (legal fees) plus $600-$1,000 (disbursements for searches and certificates).
CMI Legal conveyancing fees fees: $1,100-$1,800 for most residential transactions with transparent pricing upfront. No surprise invoices.
Why we're a better value: Cheap conveyancers ($800-$1,000) provide limited service and miss issues. Hourly billing creates $3,000-$5,000 unpredictable costs. Our fixed fee conveyancing service model delivers solicitor expertise with price certainty.
Typical timeline: 6-8 weeks from contract exchange to settlement.
Breakdown:
Pre-contract review: 3-7 business days
Exchange to settlement: 42 days (6 weeks) most common
Settlement day: Occurs on the agreed date
Title registration: 1-2 weeks post-settlement via PEXA
Factors affecting timeline: Finance approval speed, building inspection scheduling, title complexity, and lender processing times.
5 business days from contract exchange for residential properties (not auctions).
How it works: Withdraw for any reason during cooling-off, forfeiting 0.25% of the purchase price (not the full deposit). After expiry, you can only withdraw if contract conditions aren't met or the seller breaches the contract.
Our advice: We counsel on cooling-off decisions, ensuring you understand the implications before waiving these rights.
Yes, we serve clients throughout New South Wales and Australia-wide.
Remote conveyancing: We manage complete transactions for interstate buyers and overseas investors via electronic signing, PEXA electronic settlement, and comprehensive remote coordination.
Local advantage: Our Sydney presence means strong knowledge of Sydney councils, courts, and property market conditions for Sydney transactions.
Yes, stamp duty (transfer duty) is payable on most NSW purchases. Amount depends on property value and circumstances.
Example: $1,000,000 property = approximately $40,490 stamp duty for owner-occupiers.
First Home Buyer concessions: Substantial reductions or exemptions may apply. We assist with eligibility determination and calculations via the Revenue NSW website.
Yes, we have extensive investment property experience. We provide specialised advice on:
Tax-effective ownership structures (personal, trust, company)
Strata by-laws restricting rentals (especially short-term)
Managing existing tenancies and lease assignments
Coordinating multiple simultaneous settlements
Our business lawyers also advise on optimal ownership structures for investment portfolios.
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Yes, our practice includes commercial conveyancing:
Commercial property: Retail, offices, warehouses, and industrial properties with comprehensive zoning and development due diligence.
Commercial leases: Negotiation for business tenants, Retail Leases Act 1994 compliance, rent reviews, and make-good obligations.
Why solicitors matter: Commercial transactions involve substantial commitments requiring sophisticated legal protection beyond basic conveyancing.
Critical terms to review:
Price and deposit: Clarity on amounts and payment terms
Special conditions: Finance clauses, building inspection conditions, vendor conditions
Settlement terms: Reasonable date, delay consequences, possession details
Property description: Accurate legal description, including and excluding fixtures
Risk allocation: Who pays for what, insurance requirements
Our contract review: Analyse all terms, identify unfavourable clauses, and negotiate amendments protecting your interests.
Yes, we regularly manage coordinated concurrent settlements. This requires careful timing, ensuring:
Sale settlement funds are available for the purchase settlement
Settlement dates align (or bridging finance arranged)
Both transactions completed smoothly
Why this matters: Failed coordination can leave you temporarily homeless or requiring expensive bridging loans. Our experience prevents these complications.
Your rights depend on:
Vendor warranties in your contract
Whether defects were disclosed
Timing of discovery
Nature and severity of problems
Our approach: We ensure strong vendor warranties in contracts, conduct thorough pre-purchase due diligence, and advise on legal remedies if post-settlement problems arise.
Ongoing support: We remain available if property law disputes arise regarding undisclosed defects or contract breaches.
Meet Our Experienced Legal Team
Tina Tang
Lawyer
Rita Lam
Lawyer
Mathew Wu
Director
Jhon Zhang
Principal
Malorie Tan
Lawyer