Conveyancing Lawyers Melbourne

Experienced property lawyers guiding you through every step of buying, selling or transferring property in Victoria.

Buying or selling property is one of the most significant financial decisions you will make. Whether it is your first home, an investment property or a commercial premises, having an experienced conveyancing lawyer on your side ensures the process runs smoothly and your interests are protected from start to finish.

At Hendersons Legal, our Melbourne CBD based conveyancing team has completed thousands of property transactions across Victoria. We act for individual buyers and sellers, investors, families, developers, businesses and government organisations. Our clients benefit from having qualified property lawyers, not just licensed conveyancers, actively involved in every transaction, providing the practical legal advice that only an experienced property law practice can offer.

Our Conveyancing Services

Hendersons Legal provides a full range of conveyancing and property law services for residential and commercial transactions across Melbourne and regional Victoria:

• Sale and purchase of residential property – houses, apartments, units, flats and vacant land
• Sale and purchase of commercial property – offices, retail premises, factories and warehouses
• Off-the-plan purchases and sales, including sunset clause advice
• Section 32 Vendor’s Statement preparation and review
• Contract of sale review and negotiation
• Fixed-fee contract reviews – so you know the cost before you commit
• Electronic settlement via PEXA – Victoria’s mandatory digital property settlement platform
• Property transfers between spouses, family members, and related parties
• Transfers from trustees to beneficiaries, including superannuation fund transfers
• Subdivisions and land packages
• Lodging and withdrawal of caveats
• Lost title and replacement title applications
• First Home Owner Grant (FHOG) applications and stamp duty concession advice
• Stamp duty calculations and exemption advice

Electronic Settlement Through PEXA

All property settlements in Victoria are now conducted electronically through PEXA (Property Exchange Australia), the national digital platform that has replaced the traditional paper-based settlement process. Rather than lawyers and bank representatives meeting in person to exchange physical documents and bank cheques, the entire settlement, including the transfer of title, discharge and registration of mortgages, and payment of funds, is completed digitally in a secure online workspace.

Our team is fully proficient in PEXA and manages all electronic settlements on your behalf. The digital process means faster settlements, fewer errors and greater transparency throughout your transaction. You will receive real-time updates as your settlement progresses, and funds are transferred electronically on settlement day. All of this means sellers receive their proceeds more quickly and buyers get their keys sooner.

Section 32 Vendor’s Statements

If you are selling property in Victoria, you are legally required under the Sale of Land Act 1962 to provide a Section 32 Vendor’s Statement to the buyer before the contract of sale is signed. This document discloses essential information about the property, including title details, encumbrances, easements, planning information, rates, charges and any notices or orders affecting the land.

Getting the Section 32 right is critical. An incomplete or defective vendor’s statement can give the buyer grounds to rescind the contract, potentially costing you the sale. Our conveyancing lawyers prepare Section 32 statements with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring full compliance with the legislation and minimising the risk of disputes.

If you are buying, we will thoroughly review the Section 32 on your behalf, identify any risks or concerns, and advise you before you sign.

First Home Buyers

Purchasing your first home is exciting, but the legal process can feel overwhelming. Our conveyancing team is here to guide you through every step with clear, jargon-free advice. We will review your contract of sale and Section 32, explain your rights during the cooling-off period, and make sure you understand your obligations before you commit.

We also help first home buyers navigate the government incentives available in Victoria, including the First Home Owner Grant (FHOG), stamp duty exemptions for properties up to $600,000 (current at time of writing). Our team can help with the tapered stamp duty concessions for properties between $600,001 and $750,000. Getting this right at the outset can save you thousands of dollars.

Why Choose Hendersons Legal for Your Conveyancing

Qualified Property Lawyers, Not Just Conveyancers

Unlike many conveyancing firms, our team includes qualified property lawyers who are actively involved in your transaction. This means you have access to proper legal advice, not just administrative processing, if unexpected issues arise during your purchase or sale.

Thousands of Transactions Completed

Our conveyancing team has managed thousands of property settlements across Melbourne and regional Victoria. We have acted in residential conveyancing for individuals and families, complex estate settlements, company and commercial property transactions, family law property transfers, and development projects.

Clear, Fixed Fees

We offer fixed-fee contract reviews and transparent pricing for all our conveyancing services, so you know exactly what the cost will be from the outset. There are no hidden charges.

Trusted by Real Estate Agents

We are regularly referred by real estate agents across Melbourne who value our responsiveness and our ability to keep transactions on track through to settlement.

Statewide service

While we are based in Melbourne’s CBD, we service clients right across Victoria. Everything can be handled by phone, video conference, email and PEXA – so there is no need for you to visit our office if that is more convenient.

What to Expect When You Work With Us

From the moment you engage us, our conveyancing team will:

• Review your contract of sale and Section 32 in detail and advise you of any risks or concerns before you sign
• Conduct all necessary searches and enquiries on the property
• Communicate with the other party’s lawyers, your lender, and any other stakeholders throughout the transaction
• Prepare and lodge all transfer documents through PEXA
• Manage your settlement from start to finish, keeping you informed at every stage
• Follow up on any post-settlement matters, including title registration and final adjustments

We take pride in being available to answer your calls and emails promptly. Property transactions move quickly, and we understand how important it is that you can reach your lawyer when you need to.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to start

Getting started is simple. Contact us by phone on (03) 9629 2211 or fill out our online enquiry form with some information about your matter. We will confirm the scope of your matter, provide a fee estimate and get to work. You will receive regular updates throughout, and we will ensure that you are fully briefed at every stage.