Property Lawyer Sydney
Whether you’re buying your first home, selling an investment property, negotiating a commercial lease, or resolving a property dispute, our experienced property lawyers in Sydney provide clear, practical guidance at every stage. At CMI Legal, we assist individuals, families, investors, and businesses with a full range of property law services from residential and commercial conveyancing to leasing, strata disputes, and representation at NCAT.
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Our Comprehensive Property Law Services in Sydney
Our property law team handles a diverse range of matters for clients across Sydney and NSW. Whether you need assistance with a straightforward house sale or a complex commercial transaction, our specialist property lawyers provide end-to-end legal support tailored to your situation.
Buying & Selling Property
Our conveyancing lawyers manage the entire process of buying or selling property, from reviewing contracts of sale and conducting due diligence to coordinating settlement. We act for first home buyers, investors, and sellers of both residential and commercial property across Sydney. If you’re a first home buyer, we’ll help you understand your stamp duty exemptions (now up to $800,000 in NSW) and guide you through every step of your property purchase.
Commercial & Retail Leasing
We advise landlords and tenants on lease negotiations, drafting, renewals, and disputes under the Retail Leases Act 1994 (NSW). Our property solicitors review lease terms, outgoings, rent review mechanisms, and make-good obligations to ensure your business interests are protected throughout the leasing process.
Property Disputes & Litigation
Our real estate lawyers handle boundary disputes, easement issues, co-ownership disagreements, breach of contract claims, and vendor non-disclosure. We represent clients at NCAT, the NSW Supreme Court, and in mediation, always seeking the most cost-effective resolution for your situation.
Strata & Community Title Law
Our team advises owners, investors, and owners’ corporations on by-law disputes, building defect claims, strata management issues, and compliance with the Strata Schemes Legislation Amendment Act 2025. Whether you’re dealing with a difficult strata committee or seeking defect rectification, our property lawyers near you in Chatswood provide results-focused advice.
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Property Transfers & Title Changes
Transferring property between family members, as part of a divorce settlement, or from a deceased estate involves specific stamp duty rules and legal implications. Our property lawyers handle related-party transfers, spousal transfers, and deceased estate conveyancing, ensuring you claim all available exemptions and the transfer is legally compliant under Revenue NSW requirements.
Building & Construction Law
We assist homeowners, builders, and property developers with building contract reviews, Home Building Act 1989 protections, progress payment disputes, and defect claims. Our property law team provides practical legal advice to resolve construction disputes through negotiation, mediation, or NCAT proceedings.
Refinancing & Settlement Services
Our licensed conveyancers and property solicitors handle mortgage documentation, refinancing settlements, discharge of mortgage, and security documentation. We work directly with your bank or broker to ensure your settlement process runs smoothly, coordinating all parties and lodging documents through PEXA for fast, secure electronic settlement.
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Transparent Fee Structure
We provide a clear, itemised quote upfront so you know exactly what your conveyancing or property law matter will cost. No hidden legal costs, no billing surprises.
Direct Lawyer Access
Talk one-on-one with your dedicated property solicitor in Sydney whenever you need personalised legal advice, contract clarification, or swift answers on your property transaction.
Real-Time Case Updates
Stay in the loop with automated notifications and progress reports at every stage of your conveyancing, settlement, or dispute matter. We keep you informed, so the whole process feels manageable.
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With over 11 years of experience advising buyers, sellers, investors, and developers, CMI Legal’s property lawyers provide clear legal guidance and fixed-fee services for conveyancing, contract reviews, leasing, and property disputes.
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Our Sydney Property Lawyers Work With Simple Steps
Consultation & Assessment
We begin with a no-obligation discussion of your property matter, goals, and timeframes. A property solicitor explains your options, likely outcomes, and costs under NSW property law.
Contract & Document Review
We review contracts of sale, lease agreements, strata reports, and title searches. Risks or unfavourable conditions are identified early, so you receive a clear picture before committing. This contract review stage is critical for protecting your interests.
Negotiation & Coordination
We handle all communication with the other party’s solicitor, real estate agents, banks, and government departments. Regular updates keep you informed while we protect your position throughout the process.
Settlement & Completion
We coordinate the settlement process via PEXA, verify funds transfer, ensure all documents are lodged correctly with NSW Land Registry Services, and confirm successful transfer of ownership. Our team manages every detail so your property settlement process is smooth and stress-free.
Post-Settlement Support
Our team handles rate and utility adjustments, is available to answer questions, and remains on hand for future matters, from refinancing and home loan changes to your next property conveyancing transaction. We provide ongoing legal support well after settlement day.
Why Choose CMI Legal For Your Property Transaction?
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22:10 18 Feb 26
David Lin
11:41 23 Nov 25
Many thanks to Senior Lawyer Tina Tang for helping me handle the sale of my property in Sydney. She liaised with the real estate, banks and buyers broker and explained everything well and handled the sale meticulously.Her professional ability, experience and sense of responsibility are trustworthy. I recommend Tina and CMI for anyone looking for support in real estate sales.
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Denis Lebrun
00:14 21 Nov 25
John Zhang has been absolutely great in helping me with my EOI and application for a skilled visa in Australia. On both calls I've had with John, I have had a multitude of questions for him which he answered in depth and gave me all the information I required. He really has a great amount of knowledge and I would highly recommend him and the CMI legal team for their efficiency and professionalism.
Jing LI
03:22 30 Sep 25
I was very fortunate to have Tina TANG from CMI as my conveyancing solicitor for the recent sale of my property. She demonstrated exceptional professionalism and dedication throughout the entire process — from preparing the contract, exchanging contracts, right through to settlement. What impressed me the most is that even after settlement, she continued to go above and beyond to assist me as the vendor, making sure everything was properly taken care of.
Her diligence, patience, and attention to detail gave me great peace of mind and took away a lot of the stress of selling a property. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable, professional, and truly supportive conveyancing solicitor. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Her diligence, patience, and attention to detail gave me great peace of mind and took away a lot of the stress of selling a property. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable, professional, and truly supportive conveyancing solicitor. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Sabrina Ng
06:57 12 Aug 25
Outstanding service from start to finish. Tina Tang handled my unit's sales contract with exceptional professionalism. Communication was always clear and prompt, making the whole process smooth and stree free. I highly recommand Tina to anyone seeking a reliable and knowledgeable solicitor.
Max Swan
22:16 01 Jul 25
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!
danny
11:57 26 Jun 25
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.
Vivien Lu
01:39 23 May 25
Tina was a great lawyer - she was always incredibly knowledgeable, answered all questions promptly, and very friendly. Would recommend Tina!
Zhiyi LI
04:58 14 Mar 25
Jeremy Tong
22:32 20 Sep 24
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.
Yun Jung Hsieh
05:56 12 Aug 24
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!
Jeena Jung
05:04 06 Aug 24
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.
Keyu Jiang
10:03 05 Aug 24
John and Tina have provided great professional legal service since 2017 for me.
Ian Pereira
09:18 04 Jul 24
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 Property Law Services
Both can handle standard residential conveyancing, but a property lawyer offers broader legal expertise. If your property transaction involves complex legal issues such as off-the-plan purchases, strata disputes, property development, or a matter that could lead to litigation, a qualified property solicitor is the safer choice. At CMI Legal, our team includes both licensed conveyancers and property lawyers to cover all your conveyancing needs.
Residential conveyancing typically costs between $1,200 and $3,500, depending on complexity, plus disbursements such as title searches, strata reports, council certificates, and PEXA fees. We provide upfront fixed-fee quotes so you know your legal costs before you commit.
NSW stamp duty is calculated on a progressive scale based on property value. First home buyers may be fully exempt on properties up to $800,000, with concessions up to $999,999. Foreign buyers pay an additional 9% surcharge. Visit the Revenue NSW website or speak to our property law team for an estimate based on your financial circumstances.
Buyers of residential property in NSW have a five-business-day cooling-off period after exchanging contracts. If you withdraw, you forfeit 0.25% of the purchase price. Cooling-off does not apply at auction. We advise clients on their cooling-off rights as part of every contract review.
A standard residential property transaction typically takes six to eight weeks from exchange to settlement, though this varies based on finance approval, the other party’s requirements, and special conditions. Our conveyancing solicitors manage each stage to keep the process on track.
A licensed conveyancer handles standard property transfers and conveyancing transactions. A property solicitor is a fully qualified lawyer who can also provide legal advice on disputes, litigation, complex structures, tax implications, and other legal issues beyond standard conveyancing. Our team offers both levels of expertise.
Yes, but foreign buyers must obtain FIRB approval before purchasing residential property. Additional stamp duty surcharges apply currently 9% in NSW. Our property lawyers advise foreign purchasers on FIRB requirements, surcharges, and compliance obligations throughout the entire process.
Key items include special conditions, sunset clauses, zoning certificates, strata reports, easements, council approvals, inclusions and exclusions, and settlement terms. Never sign without a property lawyer reviewing it first. We offer same-day contract review for urgent matters.
Yes. We advise and represent both landlords and tenants in commercial and retail leasing disputes under the Retail Leases Act 1994 (NSW). This includes lease termination, rent review disagreements, outgoings disputes, and make-good obligations. We assist through negotiation, mediation, and NCAT proceedings.
First home buyers may be eligible for a full stamp duty exemption on properties up to $800,000, concessions up to $999,999, the $10,000 First Home Owner Grant (new homes), and the expanded Home Guarantee Scheme (5% deposit, no LMI). Our property lawyers help you navigate these schemes and claim all available benefits
PEXA is Australia’s online property settlement platform. It allows conveyancing transactions to be settled electronically, replacing the old paper-based process. On settlement day, title transfer, mortgage registration, and funds transfer all happen digitally in real time. Our team is PEXA-registered and handles electronic settlements daily for a fast, secure property settlement process.
