Property Development
Specialist legal support for residential and mixed-use developments
At & Legal, we bring clarity, confidence, and legal expertise to your development journey, whether you're building two townhouses or 200 apartments.
With more than 50 years of experience in property law, our team is trusted by developers across New South Wales for our strategic legal advice, transparent processes, and outcome-driven support. We offer a streamlined, end-to-end service that covers every legal aspect of a property development, from site acquisition through to project completion and off-the-plan sales.
Who we help
Our services are tailored for:
- Boutique developers - building 2–4 dwellings
- Mid-tier developers - delivering townhouse and low-rise apartment projects
- Large-scale developers - managing complex mixed-use or high-density developments (140+ apartments)
Whether you’re starting your first subdivision or managing a multi-stage masterplan, we adapt our legal strategy to your project’s scale, structure, and objectives.
What we do
From early due diligence to sales contract execution, we help you move through the development lifecycle with confidence:
Successful developments begin with smart legal foundations. Before you purchase a site or commit to a joint venture, our team provides critical advice to assess legal risks, ensure planning compliance, and set up the right ownership or investment structure. This helps avoid future complications and positions your project for long-term success.
Our services include:
- Drafting and reviewing contracts of sale
- Option deeds and call/put options
- Vendor due diligence, zoning and planning advice
- GST, stamp duty, and tax structuring with your accountant
Many developments involve multiple stakeholders and third-party funding. We help you formalise these relationships through clear, enforceable legal agreements that protect your interests. From joint ventures to development funding, our goal is to ensure transparency, minimise risk, and support a smooth capital raise or debt finance process.
We assist with:
- Joint venture agreements and shareholder arrangements
- Capital raising and investor documentation
- Property development funding agreements and securities
Navigating NSW planning laws, titling rules, and subdivision strategies is complex, but essential. We guide you through the legal considerations involved in strata plans, community schemes, staged developments, and environmental regulations, helping you achieve compliance while maintaining project momentum.
We advise on:
- Strata titling, community schemes, and staged development
- Easements, covenants, and planning restrictions
- Land & Environment Court considerations
Off-the-plan sales can be a powerful way to finance your project, but they must be done right. Our team drafts compliant, developer-friendly contracts that meet disclosure obligations while protecting your rights. We also provide seamless conveyancing support, managing settlements and buyer communications with precision.
We support you with:
- Preparation of compliant off-the-plan sale contracts
- Pre-sale disclosure compliance
- Contract negotiations and amendments
- Conveyancing support from exchange to settlement
Why developers choose & Legal
Specialist property
development expertise
We understand the unique challenges developers face, tight timelines, changing regulations, and the need for precise legal execution. We don’t just review documents; we anticipate risks and provide practical solutions.
Efficient, compliant
processes
From titling strategy to PEXA settlements, we implement proven legal workflows that protect your investment and reduce costly delays.
Clear, collaborative
communication
We work closely with your architect, planner, accountant, and real estate team to ensure alignment at every stage. You'll always know where things stand.
Tailored fee
structures
For off-the-plan sales and larger projects, we offer scalable pricing arrangements, including per-lot pricing and milestone billing, so you can plan ahead with certainty.
FAQS
Straight answers to common questions
Got questions?
Our FAQs cover the essentials developers ask us every day—about pricing, process, and how we can help.
What types of developments do you support?
We support everything from duplexes and triplexes to staged residential apartment buildings and mixed-use developments, including those involving complex strata schemes.
Can you assist with off-the-plan sales?
Do you offer fixed fees?
Yes, we offer fixed or staged fees where appropriate, particularly for contract drafting, off-the-plan sales, and conveyancing. Custom pricing is available for larger or more complex developments.
How early should I engage a lawyer?
Start your next development with confidence
If you’re planning a property development in Sydney or regional NSW, partner with a legal team that understands your goals—and knows how to get you there.