Question 1

1. What legal services do you provide?

Accepted Answer

Ace Legal Services provides advice and representation in conveyancing, property law, contracts, business law, civil disputes, wills, and estate planning.

Question 2

2. Do you provide conveyancing across Australia?

Accepted Answer

Our conveyancing services are available across Victoria (VIC), New South Wales (NSW), Queensland (QLD), South Australia (SA), and Western Australia (WA).

Question 3

3. Do I need a lawyer or a conveyancer to buy property?

Accepted Answer

A lawyer provides broader legal protection than a conveyancer, including contract review, risk identification, legal advice, and dispute management in addition to settlement.

Question 4

4. When should I contact you when buying property?

Accepted Answer

Ideally before signing any contract. Early advice helps identify risks, review terms, and protect your legal and financial interests.

Question 5

5. Can you review a Contract of Sale and Section 32 before I sign?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We review contracts and Section 32 Vendor Statements to identify risks such as unfavourable terms, hidden costs, zoning issues, and special conditions.

Question 6

6. What is conveyancing?

Accepted Answer

Conveyancing is the legal process of transferring property ownership, including contract review, searches, bank coordination, and settlement.

Question 7

7. Do you assist with auction purchases?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Auction purchases are unconditional, so we strongly recommend reviewing the contract before bidding.

Question 8

8. What searches are carried out on a property?

Accepted Answer

We conduct searches including title, easements, zoning, council rates, land tax, and Owners Corporation records where applicable.

Question 9

9. What is an Owners Corporation (strata)?

Accepted Answer

An Owners Corporation governs shared property areas such as lifts, driveways, and gardens, and may require ongoing fees and compliance with by-laws.

Question 10

10. How long does conveyancing take?

Accepted Answer

Most property transactions settle within 30 to 90 days, depending on contract conditions and finance approval.

Question 11

11. Do you handle settlement?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We manage the full settlement process including lender coordination, verification of figures, and electronic settlement via PEXA.

Question 12

12. Do you offer fixed-fee conveyancing?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We offer transparent fixed-fee pricing with no hidden costs.

Question 13

13. Can property be transferred between family members?

Accepted Answer

Yes. However, stamp duty and tax implications may apply, so legal advice is recommended before proceeding.

Question 14

14. Do you prepare Wills and assist with estates?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We prepare Wills, Testamentary Trusts, and assist with Probate and Letters of Administration for deceased estates.

Question 15

15. What is a Solicitor’s Certificate and Guarantor’s Certificate?

Accepted Answer

A Solicitor’s Certificate confirms a guarantor has received independent legal advice and understands their obligations. A Guarantor’s Certificate acknowledges the guarantor’s responsibility to repay a loan if the borrower defaults.

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