Conveyancing

Dean Michael Solicitors

Helping people take the next step—buying a home, selling an investment, or securing new business premises—is one of the most rewarding parts of what we do. Property transactions are a major investment, and the details matter. Whether you’re buying, selling or leasing, having an experienced conveyancing solicitor on your side helps protect your interests and keep your matter moving toward settlement with confidence.

What is conveyancing?

Conveyancing is the legal process of transferring ownership (or other legal rights and interests) in property from one party to another. This can include residential property, commercial property, land, and lease arrangements (as landlord or tenant).

Who is conveyancing for?

If you’re buying, selling, or entering into a lease (or managing a lease as a landlord), it’s important to have a conveyancing lawyer advising you. As your solicitor, we help ensure you understand what you are signing, meet your legal obligations, and have your rights protected throughout the transaction.

We can help you with

Buying and selling (residential and commercial)
Contract preparation for vendors
Contract review and advice for purchasers
Commercial and retail leasing (acting for landlords and tenants)

What we do for you

We aim to make your transaction as smooth and stress-free as possible. A key part of conveyancing is investigating the property title and checking what may affect the property—so you can make informed decisions before you commit.

This may include reviewing matters such as outstanding rates, restrictions on title, development constraints, and unapproved works. Once you are aware of anything that might affect the property or contract, we can advise you and negotiate appropriate contract changes where needed.

We can also assist with:

Title searches and plan checks
Obtaining and reviewing prescribed documents for NSW contracts for sale, including a section 10.7(2) planning certificate (issued under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 (NSW))
Obtaining and reviewing diagrams from a recognised sewerage authority (sewer service diagrams), where available
Advice on the effect of planning and property constraints (including easements and covenants)
Discharge of caveats and security interests (where required)
Preparation and certification of legal documents
Assisting purchasers with Revenue NSW transfer duty (formerly known as stamp duty) requirements
Calculating adjustments of rates and taxes
Preparing settlement statements
Liaising with mortgagees and financiers to discharge mortgages and arrange settlement funds
Attending settlement (where applicable)
Drafting and negotiating special conditions suited to your purchase or sale, including deposit and timing arrangements
Arranging property, pest and strata reports/inspections (if requested)

Why choose Dean Michael Solicitors?

Solicitor-led service

You will have a solicitor available to meet with you and discuss your purchase or sale in person, at no extra charge.

Broad experience

We have experience in property matters across NSW, ACT, and other states.

Practical advice beyond the contract

We understand that property transactions can intersect with other areas of law and planning. Where relevant, we can work with your accountant to support your tax outcomes and help you consider flow-on issues that may affect your broader circumstances.

The sooner we review your contract, the better. To help everything run to plan, we recommend contacting us as early as possible.

Get in touch

Call Dean Michael Solicitors on (02) 4441 5916 to discuss your matter.

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