Property and Owners Corporation Disputes

  • Melbourne’s trusted litigation lawyers for 40+ years.
  • Resolving property and Owners Corporation disputes efficiently.
  • Clear advice from negotiation through to court/VCAT representation.
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Hassall’s Litigation Services has extensive experience handling residential and commercial property disputes, as well as Owners Corporation matters, across Victoria. As trusted property dispute lawyers in Melbourne with over 40 years of experience, we focus on providing clear advice and cost-effective solutions for our clients.

Our Melbourne-based team provides practical legal guidance and representation to achieve fair, sustainable outcomes for all parties.

Common Disputes We Handle

Our property dispute and Owners Corporation lawyers can assist with a range of matters, including:

Contract Advice, Disputes and Disclosure Matters

Reviewing sale contracts, resolving contractual disputes, vendor statement issues, and failure to disclose material facts under the Sale of Land Act 1962 (Vic).

Property Rights and Boundary Disputes

Resolving boundary disputes, shared fencing obligations, adverse possession claims, easements, covenants, rights of way, drainage, access restrictions, and property use limitations.

Owners Corporations Matters

Common property maintenance, rule disputes, committee decisions, financial management, and manager appointments.

Commercial and Retail Leasing

Lease disputes, rent reviews, maintenance obligations, and breaches by landlords or tenants.

Planning Permit Applications

Objecting to development applications and appealing VCAT decisions.

Loan Agreements

Disputes over mortgage securities, guarantees, defaults, and enforcement actions.

How We Help

Hassall’s Litigation Services combines four decades of experience with straightforward, practical advice. We prioritise early intervention and clear communication, exploring all available resolution pathways before disputes escalate.

Where possible, we resolve disputes through negotiation and mediation, saving you time and legal costs. When litigation is necessary, we provide experienced representation across all Victorian courts and VCAT.

Don’t let a property dispute escalate. Contact our property dispute and Owners Corporation lawyers in Melbourne today for legal advice suited to your situation.


Our Services

Property Disputes

  • Property boundaries and encroachments
  • Fencing disputes and obligations
  • Noise, trees, and access rights
  • Deposit release disputes
  • Owner-builder and warranty matters
  • Failure to disclose material facts
  • Contract condition breaches

Owners Corporation Disputes

  • Common property repairs and maintenance
  • Owners Corporation financial disputes
  • Change of managers and governance
  • Rules interpretation and enforcement
  • Alterations and additions to lots

Frequently Asked Questions

Property disputes can often be resolved through negotiation, mediation, or formal dispute resolution processes before proceeding to court. The best approach depends on the nature of your dispute and the parties’ willingness to reach an agreement. 

Our property dispute lawyers can advise on the most appropriate pathway for your situation.

Generally, you should gather your title documents including Plan of Subdivision, correspondence between parties, photographs of the property or issue, council permits, planning documents and drawings, and any relevant Owners Corporation rules and meeting minutes.

It’s best to seek legal advice as early as possible when a property dispute arises. Early intervention can often prevent matters from escalating, save costs, and help preserve relationships where possible.

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