Christopher Ters

Christopher Ters is the Founding Partner at Ters Lawyers in Sydney, equipped with over twenty years of adept legal expertise focused on Environmental and Planning Law, Local Government Law, and Property Law. His reputation for professional diligence and strategic foresight has made him a respected figure among both his peers and clients. With extensive experience as a planning lawyer, Christopher offers valuable guidance on development applications, rezonings, and strategic planning proposals. His in-depth understanding of New South Wales' statutory framework, particularly the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, positions him as a trusted adviser on planning approvals and land use strategies. His proficiency as a building and construction lawyer involves drafting building contracts, resolving defects disputes, and advising on security of payment processes, assisting builders, developers, and consultants to manage compliance and contractual risks. In the property realm, Christopher is recognised for his success across conveyancing, strata issues, and complex land transactions. His legal precision is greatly valued by residential clients, commercial landlords, and developers. Furthermore, as an easement lawyer, he effectively handles the creation and resolution of disputes involving easements, rights of way, and access arrangements, often proving pivotal in resolving conflicts between neighbouring landowners. Christopher also excels as a litigation lawyer, representing clients in numerous jurisdictions, including the Court of Appeal, Supreme Court, Land and Environment Court, and various other courts and tribunals. He is known for his courtroom advocacy and strategic litigation management, achieving favourable outcomes for his clients. Additionally, as a dispute resolution lawyer, he applies legal creativity and commercial insight to facilitate settlements through mediation and negotiation, advising on contentious property, planning, and commercial matters. His clients range broadly from homeowners and town planners to private developers and local councils, benefiting from his multidisciplinary perspective and pragmatic legal mindset. Christopher’s approach is tailored to suit individual client needs and complex organisational interests alike. With a reputation based on trust, technical skill, and consistent performance, Christopher Ters exemplifies legal depth combined with clarity and commitment. In every matter, he upholds the firm’s values of integrity, prudence, and client-focused excellence. His educational background includes studies at the University of Sydney and Western Sydney University, complementing his legal practice with a foundation in business and applied finance.