Services
Family Law
Children's mattersIt is always best to try to resolve matters without resorting to a Court Application. At an initial appointment we can discuss with you your options for resolving issues regarding your children. You may then decide to have an informal arrangement with the other parent or you may wish to formalise the arrangement by way of Consent Orders or a Parenting Plan.
Family Violence
Intervention ordersFinancial Agreements & Property
Legal Aid
Conveyancing and Subdivisions
Purchasing or Selling property can be an exciting or overwhelming time. We offer a range of expertise on all matters conveyancing and provide comprehensive advice and document drafting, ranging from simply buying a property, to subdivisions, caveats, and adverse possession claims. It is important to us that you feel confident when taking these steps because we understand how daunting the process can be.
Wills and Power of Attorney
Probate and Estates
If someone passes away, depending on the assets held by the deceased, it may be necessary to apply for Probate or Letters of Administration. It is sometimes hard to know where to start. Our team has experience in both simple and complex estates allowing you to feel secure in knowing your loved ones wishes are upheld in a time of grief.
Business Sale and Purchase
Business Sale Contracts are essential to any business sale or purchase. It’s vital that you have the contract’s terms drafted or reviewed by a specialist lawyer, including terms of sale, payment, intellectual property transfer and dispute resolution clauses.
Retail and Commercial Leases
Before entering into a lease as a Landlord or Tenant, there are many things to consider. You will have certain responsibilities and obligations to uphold. You may even sell your business and need to transfer your lease or sublease if your circumstances change. Our specialist Commercial Lawyer can assist and ensure all parties are clear about the leased property.
Restrictive Covenants
We advise in relation to all aspects of restrictive covenant matters, whether concerning land in metropolitan Melbourne or regional Victoria. A Restrictive Covenant may be one or more controls (or prohibitions) registered on title to land in Victoria, in a way that prohibits how the land may be used or developed. We can assist by providing preliminary information and advice, or guiding you all the way through the complexities of a proceeding in the Supreme Court.
About Us
Chinka (HEP) Steel Solicitors is a progressive boutique law firm specializing in Family Law, Estates Planning, Commercial, Business, Complex and Standard Conveyancing.