Property Law

Sydney Property Lawyer & Conveyancing Solicitor Serving All NSW

Property transactions and disputes represent significant financial decisions requiring expert legal guidance. Mary Stephan provides comprehensive property law services throughout Sydney - from CBD and North Sydney to Parramatta, Northern Beaches, Eastern Suburbs, Inner West, and Western Sydney including Fairfield, Liverpool, Penrith, Mt Druitt, Campbelltown, Bankstown, and all NSW.

Property Law Services

• Residential Conveyancing Sydney - Guiding first home buyers and property purchasers through contracts, searches, settlement, and registration across all Sydney suburbs including Bondi, Manly, Mosman, Parramatta, Marrickville, Lakemba, Fairfield, Penrith, Ryde, Strathfield, Hurstville, and throughout NSW. Expert conveyancing advice that protects your investment.

• First Home Buyer Assistance - Specialized advice for first home buyers navigating stamp duty exemptions, First Home Owner Grant eligibility, contract reviews, building inspections, strata reports, and settlement procedures across Sydney metro and regional NSW.

• Commercial Property Transactions - Acting for businesses, investors, and developers on commercial property purchases, sales, leasing, and property development matters throughout Sydney CBD, North Sydney, Parramatta, and major commercial centers.

• Property Disputes & Litigation - Resolving boundary disputes, easement conflicts, covenant breaches, adverse possession claims, caveat matters, and property-related litigation in Local Court, District Court, and Supreme Court NSW.

• Leasing & Tenancy Agreements - Drafting and reviewing residential and commercial leases, retail leases, lease disputes, rent reviews, lease renewals, and landlord-tenant matters across Sydney.

• Property Settlement in Family Law - Handling property transfers and settlements arising from divorce and separation, including title transfers between former spouses, consent order implementation, and binding financial agreement execution.

• Strata & Community Title - Advising on strata purchases, reviewing strata reports, by-law compliance, strata disputes, and owners corporation matters throughout Sydney's high-density areas.

• Contracts Review & Negotiation - Reviewing contracts of sale before exchange, negotiating special conditions, advising on cooling-off periods, sunset clauses, and protecting buyer interests.

• Off-the-Plan Purchases - Specialized advice for off-the-plan apartment and townhouse purchases, understanding developer contracts, deposit protection, and completion risks.

• Property Development Advice - Assisting developers with DA conditions, subdivision, construction contracts, and property development legal issues.

• Mortgage & Finance Documentation - Liaising with lenders, reviewing loan documents, arranging mortgage discharge, and refinancing settlements.

• Caveats & Title Protection - Lodging caveats to protect interests in property, responding to caveats, and removing inappropriate caveats affecting your property.

Serving Sydney's Diverse Communities

Mary provides property law services across all Sydney regions:

• Sydney CBD & Inner City - Pyrmont, Ultimo, Surry Hills, Redfern, Glebe

• Eastern Suburbs - Bondi, Bondi Junction, Double Bay, Randwick, Coogee, Maroubra

• Northern Beaches - Manly, Dee Why, Mona Vale, Brookvale, Freshwater

• North Shore - North Sydney, Chatswood, Mosman, Neutral Bay, Crows Nest, St Leonards

• Inner West - Marrickville, Newtown, Leichhardt, Balmain, Rozelle, Ashfield

• Western Sydney - Parramatta, Fairfield, Liverpool, Penrith, Mt Druitt, Blacktown, Campbelltown, Bankstown

• South Sydney - Hurstville, Kogarah, Rockdale, Sutherland, Cronulla

• All NSW Regional Areas

When to Seek Property Law Advice

Contact Mary if you're buying or selling property, need conveyancing services, are a first home buyer, received a contract to review, are experiencing property disputes, need lease agreements drafted, are going through separation involving property, or require advice on strata matters.

Why Choose Mary for Property Law

Comprehensive Service - From contract review to settlement and beyond, Mary handles all aspects of your property transaction.

First Home Buyer Expertise - Mary understands the challenges first-time buyers face and provides clear guidance through the entire process.

Prevents Costly Mistakes - Expert contract review and legal advice prevents expensive errors that can cost tens of thousands later.

Multi-Practice Advantage - Property matters often intersect with family law (separation property settlements) and estate planning (property in wills). Mary sees the complete picture.

Common Property Law Questions

How much does conveyancing cost in Sydney?

Conveyancing fees vary based on property value and complexity. Mary provides transparent fixed-fee quotes for straightforward residential conveyancing.

What's the difference between a conveyancer and a property lawyer?

Solicitors can handle complex matters including property disputes, litigation, family law property settlements, and unusual contract terms that conveyancers cannot. Mary provides comprehensive legal advice beyond standard conveyancing.

How long does property settlement take in NSW?

Standard settlement periods are typically 6-8 weeks from contract exchange, though this can vary based on contract terms and finance approval.

Do first home buyers pay stamp duty in NSW?

First home buyers may be eligible for full stamp duty exemption (properties up to $800,000) or concessions (up to $1,000,000) under the First Home Buyers Assistance Scheme.

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