The conveyancing process is unfamiliar for many purchasers of real estate. The role of a practitioner acting for a purchaser buying land includes understanding what the client intends to do with the property, explaining the contract to the client and ensuring they understand what is required of them.
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Navigating the complexities of caveats under S.89 of the Transfer of Land Act
Conveyancing
27 Mar 25
Many caveats are validly lodged and sustainable, but sometimes there are uncertainties and complexities that expose practitioners to risks including cost orders, disciplinary action and claims.
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Nomination risks when purchasing property
Conveyancing, Tax
21 Mar 25
Nominating a new purchaser under a contract of sale of land is fraught with risk. LPLC continues to see claims where purchaser clients enter into a contract (or option) to purchase land and then nominate a substitute or new purchaser after applying for a planning permit, building permit or undertaking other land development activities.
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Duty exemptions when transferring real estate from a trust
Conveyancing
20 Feb 25
Claiming a duty exemption for the transfer of real estate from a trust to a beneficiary may seem simple however, the case law indicates an exemption can be fraught with complexities and risks to practitioners. Missing a crucial requirement can trigger unexpected duty liabilities.
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We're hiring: Property Lawyer for risk management role
01 Apr 25
We're looking for an experienced legal practitioner with a well-developed understanding of property and conveyancing law including duty and tax.
Work as a member of a small team reporting to the Head of Practice Risk Services and be responsible for developing and delivering a range of risk management solutions for the legal profession, targeting a reduction in claims and supporting the profession in delivering excellence. For more information or to apply see the job advertisement on the Mahlab website.
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LPLC welcomes new Committee member
Resources and information
28 Mar 25
The Legal Practitioners’ Liability Committee is delighted to welcome Justin Graham KC as a new Committee member commencing in March 2025.
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LPLC congratulates Adrian Finanzio SC on judicial appointment
28 Feb 25
The Legal Practitioners' Liability Committee and staff congratulate recent committee member, Adrian Finanzio SC, on his appointment as a Judge of the Supreme Court of Victoria.