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Melbourne’s preferred lawyer for buying property

Purchase property with the aid of diligent veteran lawyers

Whether it’s your first purchase or just your latest, buying property is a significant investment. You know what you want, but you’ll need a seasoned property lawyer to ensure you get it. With a dedicated AANDI lawyer by your side, you’ll have all the counsel you need to make a legally vetted and secure property purchase.

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Purchase property confidently with specialist legal services

Our conveyancing law specialists are a meticulous bunch. We’re quite confident in saying their nuanced understanding of property law is second to none, and our satisfied clients will second that notion. 

  • Receive specialist advice
    We’ll guide you through all pre-purchase due diligence to ensure your expectations will be met.
  • Save time and money
    Our efficient yet effective conveyancing process is the result of decades of experience.
  • Safeguard your assets
    We will review legal documents and represent you in negotiations to ensure you make sound decisions.

Complexity made clear — that’s our speciality

Purchasing a property can be a legally and financially fraught process. With clear communication and a collaborative attitude, our lawyers will give you the peace of mind you need to make the right deal.

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Ready to buy? Begin the conveyancing process today.

Communication conversation
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Book a consultation with our lawyers, and we’ll review your property purchase plan together.

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We’ll handle the conveyancing process on your behalf and can liaise with the seller’s lawyers.

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We will negotiate satisfying terms and a timely settlement date.

Legal outcome document
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We’ll provide a final settlement statement once you’ve taken legal ownership of the property.

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Ready to buy? Begin the conveyancing process today.

Communication conversation
1

Book a consultation with our lawyers, and we’ll review your property purchase plan together.

Document
2

We’ll handle the conveyancing process on your behalf and can liaise with the seller’s lawyers.

Handshake
3

We will negotiate satisfying terms and a timely settlement date.

Legal outcome document
4

We’ll provide a final settlement statement once you’ve taken legal ownership of the property.

Ready to buy? Begin the conveyancing process today.

Communication conversation
1

Book a consultation with our lawyers, and we’ll review your property purchase plan together.

Document
2

We’ll handle the conveyancing process on your behalf and can liaise with the seller’s lawyers.

Handshake
3

We will negotiate satisfying terms and a timely settlement date.

Our conveyancing team

Choose to work with AANDI Lawyers, and we’ll partner you with a dedicated property and conveyancing lawyer who will oversee every step of your purchase. Of course, they’ll be backed by the expertise of our entire legal team. Come meet your new legal counsel.

Leigh Nikolakis

Principal Lawyer

John Stavris

Senior Associate

Michael Jacobs

Special Counsel

Kristian Nainie

Lawyer

Minuri Dharmasena

Lawyer

Debbie Denier

Conveyancer

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How to purchase property safely, securely and legally

The nuanced process of buying property comes with its share of stresses. Still, it should be an exciting time for you. As specialists in Victorian property law, our local lawyers have all the qualifications and skills to ensure your purchase goes off without a hitch.

  • We are accredited by the Australian Institute of Conveyance
  • We can help with residential, commercial and industrial property purchases
  • We can negotiate purchases privately or through real estate agents
  • We will obtain, assess and explain Section 32 statements
  • We can liaise with the selling party on your behalf
  • We will explain all regulations and stipulations around specialty property
  • We can offer mediation and litigation services if necessary

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Property can be a precious asset or a devastating liability. We’ll ensure your legal affairs are in order and that your property purchase precisely matches your expectations.


Reduce costs, time and headaches

Conveyancing and due diligence require meticulous attention to detail. You simply cannot afford to cut corners. But with proper planning, we will still be quick about it.

Open lines of communication

Collaboration is critical. Whether you prefer us to take the lead on all negotiations or to vet the private purchase of the property, our priority is to empower and fortify your legal decisions.

Accessibility and transparency

Clients looking to purchase a commercial or residential property are making a major life investment. They deserve competent and accessible legal advice. You do, too. Our transparent prices offer exactly that.

Our service area

We service all of Victoria with our full range of legal services. We can also provide legal services Australia-wide when federal laws are concerned, please contact us for details. Explore some of our popular service areas below.

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AANDI Lawyers will manage the intricacies of buying a property for you. Contact us to start today.

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Level 3, Building 5, 658 Church Street, Richmond, Victoria 3121

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Your questions answered

How should I prepare to buy a property in Victoria?

There are a number of essential things you need to consider when buying a property in Victoria. Firstly, you should firmly understand what you are looking for in a property. Secondly, know your budget, financing strategy and the costs that will be involved with the property. Lastly, educating yourself about the property market and how it works will assist you in navigating the process smoothly.

What costs are involved in buying property?

There are a variety of expenses incurred when you buy a property. The house price, taxes, and legal fees are just some of those involved, but an exact total figure depends on many factors. However, there are a number that you can count on. Basic purchase conveyancing costs $700 plus GST and disbursements, and purchasing off the plan will set you back $1200 plus disbursements. We don’t typically charge for reading and vetting a Section 32 statement unless the matter is particularly complicated or extensive. In that case, a fee of $300 applies. Finally, the cost of Settlement will be included in disbursements.

To give you a more precise idea of costs, get in touch with an AANDI conveyancing solicitor today.

How do I make an offer on a property?

When you are ready to buy your property in Victoria, contact the real estate agent. They will then request you make the offer in writing. A written offer confirms that you want to buy the property and are prepared to be legally bound to do so. You should be careful with making a written offer in any form because it can be considered an enforceable contract. AANDI Lawyers advises that you contact us for assistance in this process.

What does buying off-the-plan mean?

Buying off-the-plan means buying a house or unit before it has been built. Buying off-the-plan in Victoria can be advantageous in saving on land transfer duty costs and locking in a price in areas with rising property prices. There are risks, since you won't see the property until it is built, and it may not meet your expectations. Acquiring a mortgage can be a more complicated affair too.

How do property settlements work?

When you buy a unit or house in Victoria, the seller will set a settlement date in the contract of sale. This is usually 30 to 90 days after the contract has been signed. Settlement involves paying the agreed amount, acquiring the property title and taking possession of your property.

What is "cooling off"?

"Cooling off" means the right of someone buying a property to cancel the contract and walk away from the purchase, no questions asked. In the state of Victoria, a buyer has three business days after signing the purchasing contract to “cool off”. There are some nuances and exceptions to this right, which must be exercised in compliance with Section 32 of the Sale of Land Act 1962.

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Leigh Nikolakis is a qualified commercial tenancy dispute lawyer with years of experience in this area of law.

About us
Leigh Nikolakis
Leigh Nikolakis

Leigh has decades of legal experience and has held the Director position at AANDI Lawyers for over 8 years.

John Stavris
John Stavris

Michael Jacobs
Michael Jacobs

Kristian Nainie
Kristian Nainie

Minuri Dharmasena
Minuri Dharmasena

Debbie Denier
Debbie Denier