Local Lawyers is the amalgamation of nine prominent suburban law firms, creating a network with deep community roots and extensive local knowledge. With a head office in Altona North and additional offices in Niddrie and Bacchus Marsh, the firm serves clients across Victoria and maintains a reputation for accessibility, practical advice, and timely service. Local Lawyers notes that it has combined experience of more than 140 years in providing legal services to the community.

Local Lawyers offers a broad range of practice areas aligned with everyday legal needs, including Real Estate matters such as conveyancing and leasing, Commercial Law for business matters, and Private Client services in estate planning and probate. The team leverages a long history of mergers and the expertise of seasoned practitioners to deliver clear guidance, thorough due diligence, and reliable representation in both transactional work and disputes.

Clients benefit from a client focused approach that combines local accessibility with Australia-wide service. The firm operates across multiple locations and maintains a responsive client services model, including a dedicated team of lawyers and support staff who collaborate to deliver practical solutions, transparent communication, and cost effective outcomes.

About Local Lawyers

Founded in 2012

46 people in their team


Practice areas
Real Estate
Corporate & Commercial
Private Client
Lawsuits & Disputes
Banking & Finance

Languages spoken
English

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Practice areas

Real Estate

Real Estate matters at Local Lawyers include conveyancing, property law and leasing. The team coordinates property transactions from initial due diligence and contract preparation through settlement, with a focus on accurate title checks, timely communication and efficient settlements for buyers and sellers.
Commercial Real Estate
Housing, Construction & Development
Foreclosure
Land Use & Zoning
Landlord & Tenant
Mortgage
Real Estate Due Diligence
Real Estate Contracts and Negotiations
Brokerage
Conveyancing

Corporate & Commercial

Corporate & Commercial matters at Local Lawyers include drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, advising on corporate structuring and managing commercial disputes. The team draws on long standing experience to provide practical guidance and reliable representation in transactional work and dispute resolution.
Administrative
Admiralty & Maritime
Agriculture
Antitrust
Aviation
Business Registration
Contract
Due Diligence
Franchising
Gaming
Government Contract
Licensing
Merger & Acquisition
Transportation
Venture Capital
Cannabis Law
Nonprofit & Charitable Organizations
International Trade Law
Government Relations & Lobbying
Private Equity
Corporate Governance
Sanctions & Export Controls

Private Client

Private Client services cover estate planning and probate and deceased estates, helping clients prepare wills and powers of attorney, manage estate administration and address related tax and distribution considerations.
Elder Law
Estate Planning
Guardianship
Nursing Home Abuse
Probate
Trusts
Will & Testament
Elder Abuse Law
Inheritance Law

Lawsuits & Disputes

Lawsuits & Disputes services encompass litigation and dispute resolution for civil matters, including contract and construction disputes and debt recovery, with a focus on practical negotiation and efficient resolution.
ADR Mediation & Arbitration
Appeal
Class Action
General Litigation
Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Commercial Litigation
Antitrust Litigation
Restructuring & Insolvency

Banking & Finance

Banking & Finance matters include debt recovery and financing related issues, with guidance on enforcement of debts, security interests and credit arrangements, delivered with clear communication and timely action.
Investment
Securities
Financial Services Regulation
Tax Increment Financing
Project Finance
Structured Finance
Acquisition / Leveraged Finance
Debt Capital Markets
Equity Capital Markets
Sustainable Finance
Public-Private Partnerships (PPP)
Funds & Asset Management

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