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Property and Lease Disputes

Overview

When resolving disputes involving the sale, purchase or lease of property it is important to explore the full range of options available to preserve the working relationships of all involved and facilitate a speedy and cost-effective outcome.

However, often the relative complexity and financing involved in today’s property transactions can lead to protracted and costly litigation, with the stakes and dollar values equally high.
 
The Hall & Wilcox Commercial Dispute Resolution team is made up of experienced litigators who are also experts in property law and can work with you to devise a strategy to secure the best result for you, making use of the range of alternative dispute resolution options wherever possible.
 

Experience

We advise on all areas of property and lease disputes, including issues concerning:
  • leasing, sub-leasing, surrenders of lease and lease-end provisions;
  • purchase and sale of commercial and residential property;
  • lease terms and options to renew/extend;
  • contractual relief options, including setting aside and specific performance;
  • compensation claims for land resumption;
  • use or occupancy provisions and restrictions;
  • exclusive rights areas and common areas;
  • responsibilities for improvements and changes;
  • expansion and contraction rights;
  • property and environmental due diligence;
  • remediation issues with landlords and sub-tenants;
  • consolidation and subdivision of land; and
  • building and construction and associated matters.

 

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 Key Contact

 
Sally Scott
Partner
+61 3 9603 3557
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