Parramatta - Supporting our community

No hidden fees

Nobody likes surprises on their bills, so we take the time to agree with you on exactly what our work will cost before we do it (not after!)

Deep expertise

Our lawyers aren't 'general practitioners', they're experts in their chosen fields of practice (many are Accredited Specialists)

Practical advice not legalese

We provide clear, practical advice, in plain English, so that you can make decisions with confidence

Network of local offices

Our local offices are owned and operated by friendly, local professionals, who are proud and active members of the communities they serve

Real client care

Genuine care for clients has been at the core of our practice since the first office was opened by ER Stack on the NSW Mid-North Coast in 1931

Progressive practice

We invest in technology and systems so that our services are always costeffective and clients are in control of their own legal affairs

What is conveyancing?

Conveyancing is the process of transferring the title of property (ie. the government record of who owns it) from one person to another. The conveyancer is the person responsible for transferring the title.

How long will it take?

The time it takes from when you enter into a contract through to final settlement and payment is hard to predict. There are different parties involved and many variables. You will need to discuss this with your conveyancer.

Do I need a conveyancing lawyer to buy or sell my property?

No. You can go through a conveyancing-only firm. The advantage of using a law firm is that you have all bases covered in the event of a dispute with a vendor, purchaser or tenant. Stacks can look after everything in the conveyancing process without you having to employ any additional specialists.

What is stamp duty?

It’s a tax charged by the government when you buy a property. The amount will depend on the property’s value, and whether you are entitled to any concessions such as the First Home Owners grant.

What are ‘searches’ in a conveyance?

The conveyancer will do various searches on the property in order to find out who has the title and whether there are any issues such as easements or covenants over the land (eg. an electricity authority may have a right of way to access the property in order to maintain or repair equipment).

What is the ‘cooling off period’?

After the buyer signs the contract for sale there is a period of 5 days during which they can change their mind and only incur a small termination fee. This is usually 0.25% of the purchase price of the property.