DEA Lawyers

Sydney, NSW

(02) 922..

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About Us

DEA Lawyers is a respected legal practice established in 2009 by David Edwards and Greg Anderson. With over four decades of combined legal experience, particularly in strata title and property law, the founding partners have built a firm known for its knowledgeable and practical approach to complex legal issues. The team at DEA Lawyers is dedicated to providing clients with clear, effective legal advice tailored to achieve timely and positive outcomes. The firm’s expertise encompasses a broad range of property law matters, including strata title and real property law, commercial and construction disputes, contracts, and debt recovery. DEA Lawyers works closely with owners corporations, community associations, building management committees, lot owners, caretakers, strata managers, and developers, offering guidance on group title scheme issues. They also represent individuals and corporations in various commercial disputes. DEA Lawyers is committed to delivering quality legal services with a strong focus on client collaboration and value. Leveraging not only their internal skills but also an extensive network of industry professionals, the firm aims to provide practical solutions informed by a comprehensive understanding of relevant legislation and market dynamics. Clients can expect a professional, client-focused approach that supports their objectives and navigates the complexities of strata and property law effectively.

Practice Areas

Litigation & Disputes

Property Law

Strata Law

Specialisations

Litigation & Disputes

DEA Lawyers provide comprehensive advice and representation in a wide range of commercial dispute matters, including contract and lease disputes, injunction applications, and claims relating to professional negligence and misleading conduct. They are well-versed in mediation and alternative dispute resolution processes, as well as handling applications to the NCAT and representing clients in the Local, District, Supreme, and Federal Courts. Their expertise extends to disputes involving the maintenance and repair of common property under the Strata Schemes Management Act 1996, working with both owners corporations and individual lot owners. In addition, DEA Lawyers offer focused services in construction-related disputes, including building defect claims and matters involving the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 1999. They assist clients in pursuing claims against builders, developers, and certifiers, and provide advice and drafting for building contracts. Their debt recovery practice includes levy recovery, bankruptcy proceedings, and handling insolvency matters, ensuring clients receive effective representation across a broad spectrum of litigation and enforcement processes.

Property Law

DEA Lawyers offer extensive experience in property law, providing advice on the drafting and enforcement of by-laws, management rights and caretaker agreements, as well as the structuring of group title developments. They handle claims against developers involving building defects and breaches of fiduciary duty, ensuring clients’ interests are protected throughout property transactions and developments. Their practice also encompasses resolving disputes relating to boundaries and easements, re-allocation of unit entitlements, and insurance claims connected to property matters. This breadth of expertise enables them to guide clients through the complexities of property law with clarity and precision.