Commercial Lease Lawyer

Commercial Lease Lawyers Melbourne – Expert Guidance for Landlords and Tenants

Whether you are a landlord seeking to protect your property or a tenant looking to secure a favourable lease, our expert commercial lease lawyers Melbourne provide tailored legal guidance to ensure your interests are protected. We focus on creating well-structured lease agreements that align with legal requirements, industry standards and your specific needs, so you can navigate your leasing arrangement with confidence. 

Support for Landlords:

• Ensuring Lease Compliance with Property Laws – Advising on legal obligations under property laws and the Retail Leases Act (if applicable), ensuring full compliance with statutory requirements.
• Drafting Lease Agreements – Drafting agreements that safeguard your financial interests and clearly outline tenants’ rights and responsibilities.
• Rent Reviews, Security Deposits, and Tenant Obligations – Providing advice on rent reviews, managing security deposits and ensuring tenant obligations are clearly defined.
• Handling Lease Disputes – Providing dispute resolution services to address various issues such as rent increases, maintenance obligations and breach of lease terms.
• Disclosure Obligations – Ensuring proper disclosure of relevant information, such as rental histories, outgoings and any conditions or information that could impact the lease.

Support for Tenants:

• Reviewing Lease Agreements – Thoroughly reviewing lease terms to ensure they are fair and aligned with your business goals.
• Negotiating Terms – Negotiating key lease terms, including rent, outgoings, break clauses and maintenance obligations to ensure the lease provides flexibility and security for the tenant’s interests.
• Advising on Your Rights and Obligations – Explaining your rights and responsibilities under the lease.
• Fit-Out and Make-Good Requirements – Guiding you on fit-out obligations, including any landlord imposed requirements for tenant improvements or restoration of the premises at the end of the lease term.
• Assisting with Disputes and Lease Termination Strategies – Supporting you through disputes, offering clear strategies for lease termination and helping you navigate exit clauses, breach notices or renegotiations.
• Disclosure Statements – If the lease is governed by the Retail Leases Act, ensuring landlords provide the required disclosure statement, outlining key details such as lease terms, rent, outgoings, fit-out obligations and specific information for shopping centre leases (if applicable).