Whether you are buying or selling property, entering a commercial lease or signing a contract for your business, the details matter.
HQF Lawyers provides clear, practical advice to help you manage risk, meet deadlines and avoid costly disputes. We assist clients across Queensland and New South Wales.
Conveyancing is the legal process of transferring property ownership. It includes reviewing the contract, advising on special conditions, coordinating searches, managing critical dates and guiding you through settlement.
If you are buying, we can help you understand what you are committing to before it becomes unconditional, including finance, building and pest, title issues and any easements or restrictions. If you are selling, we can help you prepare the contract, respond to buyer enquiries and keep the transaction moving toward settlement.
We use digital conveyancing platforms, including Property Exchange Australia (PEXA), to support an efficient settlement process and reduce delays.
If you are buying or selling in Queensland or New South Wales, contact our team for practical conveyancing support.
Contracts are the backbone of most business and property decisions. A short clause can shift risk, create unexpected liability or make enforcement difficult if things go wrong. We provide contract review and advice that focuses on what matters: your obligations, your exposure and your options if the other party does not perform.
We also assist with property-related legal work beyond conveyancing, including advice on property agreements and ongoing arrangements where terms, responsibilities and risk need to be clear.
If you have a contract or property matter and you are not sure where to start, contact our team and we will guide you to the right next step.
Commercial law covers the legal documents and decisions involved in running, buying or selling a business. Good advice early can prevent disputes later, particularly where payment terms, restraint clauses, warranties and personal guarantees are involved.
Business purchases and sales, including contract reviews, due diligence support and settlement coordination
Contract drafting and negotiations, including service agreements, supply agreements and terms and conditions
Commercial agreements, guarantees and security documents, including personal guarantees and related documentation
Franchising, including review of franchise documentation and associated agreements
Trust deeds, including discretionary trusts and unit trusts
Mortgages and securities, including reviewing and advising on security documents
If you are signing a contract or buying or selling a business, speak with us before you commit so we can identify issues early and protect your position.
Commercial leases often involve long-term financial commitments and complex legal terms. Whether you are a landlord or tenant, it is important to understand your rights and obligations before signing.
HQF Lawyers regularly assists with commercial and retail leasing matters across Queensland and New South Wales. We provide practical advice to ensure the lease reflects the commercial agreement reached between the parties.
Drafting and reviewing commercial leases
Retail shop leases and disclosure requirements
Lease negotiations and amendments
Lease assignments and transfers
Lease renewals and option periods
Surrenders and early termination of leases
Advice regarding landlord and tenant obligations
Clear lease documentation can prevent disputes and provide certainty for both parties throughout the life of the lease.