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If you’re buying or selling property in New Farm, Fortitude Valley, Newstead, or anywhere in Brisbane’s inner east, you’ve come to the right place. New Farm is one of Brisbane’s most sought-after suburbs – just 2km from the CBD, packed with character apartments, riverfront units, and heritage-listed buildings along Brunswick Street.
Whether you’re buying your first apartment near New Farm Park, selling an investment unit in a high-rise on the river, or picking up an off-the-plan property in a new Newstead development, our experienced conveyancing lawyers are here to make the legal side simple and stress-free.
What We Do
New Farm’s property market is almost entirely made up of apartments, units, and townhouses – which means body corporate searches, by-law reviews, levy disclosure statements, and the occasional off-the-plan contract. These aren’t transactions you want handled by someone unfamiliar with community titles.
Our New Farm conveyancing services include:
- Residential conveyancing for buyers and sellers
- Apartment and unit purchases – including community title searches and body corporate reviews
- Off-the-plan contract advice and sunset clause review
- Commercial property conveyancing
- Pre-contract advice and title searches
- Wills and estates for property owners
How Conveyancing Works in New Farm
Buying or selling property in New Farm follows the standard Queensland process, with a few extra layers for apartments and community title schemes.
For buyers, it starts before you sign anything. We offer pre-contract advice so you understand what you’re committing to – including checking the contract conditions, the body corporate disclosure statement, and any title encumbrances. Once a contract is signed, we handle the searches, finance and condition tracking, settlement figures, and final settlement. You get updates from us at every key milestone – no chasing, no silence.
For sellers, we prepare the contract and any required Form 2 seller disclosure documents, manage the buyer’s requisitions, and coordinate settlement with your bank. If you’re selling a unit or apartment, we’ll make sure the body corporate certificate and disclosure obligations are properly handled.
Most transactions settle within 30 to 90 days after a contract is signed, depending on conditions. We keep you across every step so there are no last-minute surprises.
Why Choose Empire Legal in New Farm?
We’ve helped hundreds of buyers and sellers across Brisbane’s inner suburbs, and we’ve picked up over 3,000 five-star Google reviews along the way. Our team understands the New Farm market – the heritage apartment blocks, the boutique developments, the off-the-plan contracts that need a close eye on sunset clauses and deposit terms.
We keep things simple. No legal jargon, no surprise fees, and you’ll actually hear back from us when you call or email. Check out our transparent pricing so you know exactly what you’re paying before you commit.
Empire Legal is one of the most reviewed law firms in Australia. Our team of conveyancers and lawyers handles hundreds of property transactions every month across Queensland, so you’re in experienced hands.
Serving New Farm Clients
We serve New Farm clients from our Brisbane offices, and the good news is – you almost certainly won’t need to come in. The vast majority of property transactions in New Farm are handled entirely online and by phone. We send documents electronically, manage searches remotely, and attend settlement digitally on your behalf.
If you do want to meet in person, our team is a short drive away and happy to accommodate. But honestly? Most of our New Farm clients never need to step foot in an office.
Office hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
Ready to Get Started?
Give us a call on 07 3088 7675 or use the button below to get in touch. We’ll get back to you quickly and let you know exactly what’s involved – no obligations, no jargon.
Other Areas We Serve
We help people across South East Queensland, not just in New Farm. Our team also handles conveyancing in Brisbane, Gold Coast, Redlands and Sunshine Coast. Wherever you are in QLD, we’ve got you covered.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does conveyancing cost in New Farm?
Our pricing is transparent and competitive. Head over to our pricing page for a full breakdown of residential conveyancing fees. There are no hidden costs – what you see is what you pay. For apartment and unit purchases with body corporate involvement, we’ll outline any additional search costs upfront before you commit.
Is New Farm flood affected?
Parts of New Farm have been significantly affected by Brisbane River flooding, including major flood events in 2011 and 2022. It’s important to understand that under a standard Queensland property contract, there are no automatic rights for buyers if a property has flood history – flood risk is not a grounds for termination after you have signed. This means doing your homework before you sign is critical. We recommend obtaining a flood report and pre-contract advice before committing to any property in a potentially flood-prone area. Empire Legal can obtain flood mapping on instruction as part of our pre-contract reporting service. Get in touch before you sign – not after.
What is involved in buying an apartment or unit in New Farm?
Buying an apartment or unit in New Farm involves a few extra steps compared to a house purchase. You’ll need to review the body corporate disclosure statement, which includes details of the scheme’s financials, levies, by-laws, and any outstanding special levies. We strongly recommend reviewing this before you sign. Once a contract is signed, we obtain the full body corporate records, conduct title and council searches, and manage all conditions and settlement. If there are issues with the building (like major special levies or ongoing disputes), it’s far better to know about them before you’re locked in.
What is body corporate and what do I need to check?
Body corporate (also called owners corporation) is the legal entity that manages the common areas and building maintenance for a group of units or apartments. As an owner, you’ll pay quarterly levies and be bound by the scheme’s by-laws. Before you buy, you want to check: the current levy amounts, whether there are any upcoming special levies (these can be substantial), the sinking fund balance, any pending disputes or legal proceedings, and any building defects. We review the body corporate disclosure statement and search the body corporate records as part of our standard conveyancing service for apartment purchases.
Can you help with off-the-plan purchases in New Farm?
Yes. Off-the-plan purchases require careful contract review before you sign – particularly around sunset clauses, deposit terms, variations to the plan, and what happens if the development is delayed or doesn’t proceed. New Farm and nearby Newstead have a number of active apartment developments, and we regularly review off-the-plan contracts for buyers in the area. Contact us before you sign so we can walk you through the risks and what to watch for.
What is the difference between a conveyancer and a solicitor?
In Queensland, conveyancing must be handled by a solicitor or a law firm. At Empire Legal, your conveyancing is managed by qualified solicitors supported by experienced paralegals – which means you get the same property expertise plus broader legal knowledge. If something unusual comes up during your transaction (boundary disputes, easements, contract issues, body corporate problems), we can deal with it in-house rather than referring you elsewhere. Learn more about our team.
What does a conveyancer do in Queensland?
A conveyancer looks after the legal side of buying or selling property. In QLD, conveyancing is handled by a solicitor or an experienced paralegal under solicitor supervision – not a licensed conveyancer (that role doesn’t exist in Queensland). Your conveyancer checks the title, manages contract conditions, orders the required searches, calculates settlement figures, and attends settlement on your behalf. At Empire Legal, our conveyancers are backed by qualified solicitors so if anything complex comes up, you’re already covered. Learn more about our residential conveyancing services.