Sydney Leasing lawyers, for your next big move.
Sydney Leasing lawyers, for your next big move.
Whether you are looking to lease retail or commercial premises in Sydney, our team of leasing lawyers is dedicated to assisting you with preparing or negotiating the lease agreement. We offer fixed-fee quotes for all jobs to give you certainty during this period of your business.
We’ll work closely with you well before you enter into a lease for two primary reasons, firstly your risks will be substantially minimised and second, working with you in advance of signing any agreement will ensure that your expectations and goals are met within the deadlines you are working to.
Sydney Retail Lease
In New South Wales, retail leases are leases for retail purposes and governed by the Retail Leases Act 1994.
The most common type of retail leases (not larger than 1,000 square metres) include, but not limited to, restaurants, beauticians, barbers, bookshops, comic shops, duty free shops, dry cleaners, florist, hairdressers, jewellery stores, pharmacy, seafood stores, supermarkets, tobacconist, vitamins shops and many more.
If you are looking to enter into a retail lease, it is vital to understand your rights and obligations before signing the retail lease which is a legally binding agreement. The retail lease aims at defining the obligations of each party during the term of the lease.
Acting for Tenants
If you are a tenant looking to lease retail premises, our retail leasing lawyers can assist with:
- Reviewing the lease, disclosure statement and associated documents;
- Advising you on the terms and conditions of the lease;
- Negotiating amendments to the terms of the lease;
- Ensuring the lease is finalised and completed;
- Enforcing the terms and conditions of the retail lease including rent review, sub-letting, sub-leasing, surrender, assignment and variation to the lease;
- Ensuring your requirements are effectively covered in the lease; and
- Dispute resolution (including NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal).
Acting for Landlord
If you have found a tenant for your retail premises, our retail leasing lawyers can assist with:
- Drafting the retail lease, disclosure statement and other relevant documents;
- Negotiating terms and conditions of the retail lease with the tenant or the tenant’s representative;
- Reviewing proposed amendments;
- Advising you on the retail lease and the proposed amendments;
- Ensuring the retail lease is finalised, executed and completed;
- Ensuring your requirements are effectively covered in the retail lease; and
- Dispute resolution (including NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal).
Some tenants and landlord will often not see eye to eye on certain matters, however, in some cases, the dispute escalates beyond the mechanisms of the lease. If this is the case, our retail leasing lawyers will handle the matter whereby the disputes are often handled and heard by NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (formerly dealt with by the Retail Leases Division of the Administrative Decisions Tribunal).
Sydney Commercial Leases
Having leased and operated our business at commercial premises, we understand the significance of the commercial lease reflecting the terms negotiated with the landlord.
A commercial lease is essentially an agreement to operate from commercial premises for a specified time and rent amount. Whether you are the tenant or the landlord, a commercial lease is a binding agreement, which should be carefully considered so that you know your rights and obligations.
Key consideration in commercial leases includes lease term, options to renew, rent, rent review, outgoings, repairs, and maintenance, permitted use, personal guarantees, sub-leasing, insurance, fit-out, assignment, transfer, costs and operating hours.
Commercial leases are generally covered pursuant to the Real Property Act 1990 (NSW) and Conveyancing Act 1919 (NSW).
Acting for Tenant
If you are looking to lease a commercial property, our commercial leasing solicitors can assist with:
- Reviewing the lease and providing advice on key aspects of the lease;
- Negotiating the terms of the lease with the landlord or their representatives;
- Ensuring you understand the lease;
- Assist with executing and finalising the lease process;
- Enforcing the terms and conditions of the lease including rent review, sub-letting, sub-leasing, surrender, transfer, assignment, and variation;
- Ensuring your requirements are effectively covered in the lease; and
- Dispute resolution (including NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal).
Acting for Landlord
If you are a landlord looking to lease your commercial premises, our commercial leasing lawyers can assist with:
- Drafting and negotiating terms and conditions of the commercial lease;
- Reviewing proposed amendments received;
- Advising you on the lease and the proposed amendments;
- Ensuring the lease is finalised, executed and completed;
- Ensuring your requirements are effectively covered in the lease;
- Reviewing and advising on the tenant’s exercise of rights under the lease; and
- Dispute resolution (including NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal).
Some tenants and landlord will often not see eye to eye on certain matters, and in some cases the dispute escalates beyond the mechanisms of the lease. If this is the case, our commercial leasing lawyers will handle the matter whereby the disputes are often handled and heard by NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (formerly dealt with by the Retail Leases Division of the Administrative Decisions Tribunal).
Client Testimonials and Reviews
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Unified Lawyers offered a great professional, efficient service. All the paperwork for our house purchase was taken care of with ease. I highly recommend them for your conveyancing needs.
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We recently bought a new house and we really appreciated the efforts put in by Vincey and the team from Unified Lawyers ! Vincey went over and above in helping us through the whole process of buying a house making it very easy and convenient for us. We trust her in knowledge, compassion and accessibility which helped us through the process very time efficient and worry-free. Me and my partner can’t recommend Unified Lawyers enough for Conveyancing !!!
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These are fantastic lawyers. They managed the conveyancing of my aunt’s house in Sydney, while I’m in Perth. They made everything easy and responded within the hour to any queries. Do not hesitate to use them. They offer 5 star service!
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Purchasing a home is a stressful experience in its own right. However, having Dominic Nguyen from Unified lawyers handling the conveyancing for my property was the best decision i could make as a buyer. The legal advice was clear, concise and to the point, with Dominic keeping me informed throughout the entire process. Thanks Dominic for making it simple and stress free!
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We recently engaged Unified Lawyers to do some conveyancing work for us. We were extremely satisfied by the quality of service provided by Ernest Tung. His diligence, attention to detail and responsiveness were outstanding.
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The conveyancing team at Unified (Deama Merhi and Stephen Ooi) worked hard and made sure my home buying experience was smooth, stress-free and transparent. Deama is a highly competent and helpful legal professional. She truly cares about what you need and goes above and beyond to make sure the client receives all the information required to make the right decision. I would not hesitate to recommend Deama to anyone looking for a reliable, professional and honest service. You would be lucky to have her as your conveyancer.
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Deama from Unified just completed the conveyancing on my first home purchase! Unified were amazing to deal with – prompt, professional and responsive – Deama took the time to listen to my questions, explain the process and give me pragmatic advice. I would recommend Unified to anyone looking for legal services!
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I was looking for conveyancing services and was pleasantly surprised at how easy it has been made for me from start to end. Dominic has been accommodating and patient throughout my first property purchase not to mention the amazing resilience to my stupid questions time and time again. I could not have asked for better service.
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A huge thank you to Amira and the team for helping take the stress and complexities out of the conveyancing process, allowing for a smooth and efficient settlement. Would’ve been lost without your assistance in the matter.
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My family and I have been going to Unified Lawyers for different legal services for years now and we have always had a lovely experience with everyone there. They have conducted many conveyancing matters for us, assisted with business disputes and recently assisted with a family law matter. Their family lawyers in particular are very patient and understanding. I will never hesitate to recommend Unified lawyers to any family or colleagues that require legal assistance.
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Engaged Unified for their conveyancing services. Amira did an exceptional job handling our complex property. Organised, efficient and very quick to respond. I highly recommend!
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Dominic and his team acted on a residential sale for us. It was not without its hiccups which was why I wanted a real solicitor acting and not a ‘conveyancing service’.
As a client I was impressed with their service, focus on the outcome and competitive rates and as a lawyer, with their legal and negotiating expertise.
I can highly recommend them.
Commercial Leasing FAQs
At times, the legal jargon and terminology that you hear thrown at you from every department and industry can be a little baffling and daunting. When it comes to leasing of commercial real estate, it can feel like you are being given specific terminology to keep you confused. We want to make sure that you are informed every step of the way, so this FAQ should help answer any questions you may have about commercial leasing in New South Wales.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is a Commercial Lease?
- What Terms and Conditions are Commonly Found in Commercial Leases?
- Are Commercial Leases Negotiable?
- What Should I Be Looking For?
- How Long is the Lease?
- What is the Current Rent Rate for a Commercial Premises?
- Is Renewal of a Commercial Lease allowed?
- Is Subletting or Assignment allowed?
- Can I Change my Permitted Use?
- What Happens When the Lease Comes to an End?
- What are the Common Disputes During a Lease?
- Do I Need a Lawyer?
- What Areas of Expertise can our Commercial Leasing Lawyers provide?