Posts by Mark Lillicrap

Mandatory Code of Conduct for Commercial Tenancies

22 April, 2020

The Australian National Cabinet announced on 7 April 2020 a Mandatory Code of Conduct for Commercial Tenancies (landlords and tenants) to apply when negotiating variations to their lease. A copy…

COVID-19 Residential Contract delays

24 March, 2020

Mark Lillicrap

Conveyancing, Property Law

The impact of COVID-19 has been profound. Most residential contracts in Queensland are governed by the terms of the REIQ/QLS Contract (“the REIQ Contract”). The effects of COVID-19 may prevent…

COVID-19 Leasing Considerations

23 March, 2020

Mark Lillicrap

Commercial Litigation, Property Law

COVID-19 has created unprecedented pressures on all businesses, large and small. What are some of the COVID-19 leasing considerations for landlords and tenants during the COVID-19 crisis? Lease obligations are…

GST Withholding on Residential Contracts

29 January, 2020

Mark Lillicrap

Property Law

GST Withholding on residential contracts has been in place since July 2018 and it is a good time to refresh your knowledge regarding when GST Withholding applies. GST Withholding applies…

Conveyancing Manual

18 October, 2019

Mark Lillicrap

Conveyancing, Property Law

The DBL Conveyancing Manual is now available on our website. This guide assists agents and clients with precedent clauses which can be adopted to suit the particular circumstances of each…

Conveyancing – Time is of the essence

9 September, 2019

Mark Lillicrap

Conveyancing, Property Law

When buying a residential house or unit, many buyers don’t realise that dates in the contract aren’t just important; they are critical. The standard contracts relating to the purchase of…