Queensland Conveyancing Lawyers

Q: I'm buying a Queensland investment property from interstate - can you help?

Absolutely, it's a large part of what we do. Whether you're in Sydney, Melbourne or Perth buying a Brisbane unit, a Gold Coast investment or a regional property, we run the whole QLD matter remotely and apply the correct Queensland contract, disclosure and duty rules. If your next purchase is in another state, the same team can handle it.

Buying or Selling Property in Queensland? A Property Lawyer on Your Side — From Brisbane to the Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast and Beyond.

REIQ contracts reviewed before you sign — including same or next-day for urgent purchases.
A qualified property lawyer on every QLD file, not just a licensed conveyancer.
Built for property investors and interstate buyers acquiring in Queensland.
Seller disclosure, cooling-off and body corporate issues handled properly.
Fixed-fee pricing and electronic settlement Australia-wide on PEXA.

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Property lawyer guiding a client through a Queensland conveyancing transaction

Queensland property, handled by a property lawyer

Conveyancing in Queensland, Done Properly

Conveyancing is the legal process of transferring ownership of property from one person to another. In Queensland that process has its own contract, its own cooling-off rules and a seller disclosure regime that catches out the unwary — so local detail matters, whether you are buying a Brisbane apartment, a Gold Coast investment or a Sunshine Coast home.

At Corporate Legal, every Queensland conveyance is handled by a qualified property lawyer — not only a licensed conveyancer. We are an Australian firm that acts nationally and manages QLD property remotely: we review the contract before you sign, explain what you are committing to in plain English, run the searches your matter needs, and settle electronically on PEXA. Distance is no barrier — most Queensland matters are run entirely online.

That national footprint is exactly what interstate buyers and property investors want. If you are based in Sydney, Melbourne or Perth and buying in Queensland, you deal with one team that already knows the QLD process — and can just as easily handle your next purchase in another state.

Corporate Legal provides legal and conveyancing services only — not financial, taxation or investment advice. Whether a particular property or ownership structure suits you is a decision for you and your accountant or licensed adviser. Queensland duty rates, day-counts and disclosure requirements change — confirm the current position for your matter with us and, for duty, with the Queensland Revenue Office.

Buying or selling in Queensland soon? Let’s review your contract first

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What’s Different About Buying in Queensland

Queensland does conveyancing its own way. These are the state-specific features we manage on every QLD matter — the rules that catch out buyers used to another state.

The REIQ Contract

Most Queensland sales use the standard REIQ contract — the Contract for Houses and Residential Land — with special conditions bolted on. We read those conditions closely, because that is where risk is shifted onto the buyer.

5 Business-Day Cooling-Off

QLD contracts usually carry a statutory cooling-off period of 5 business days, ending at 5pm on the fifth business day. If you terminate within it, the seller may withhold a penalty of 0.25% of the purchase price. Auction purchases have no cooling-off. Confirm the position — exceptions apply.

Seller Disclosure Statement

Queensland now has a seller disclosure regime: from 1 August 2025 a seller must give the buyer a statutory disclosure statement (and prescribed materials) before the contract is signed. We check disclosure was given and correct — confirm current requirements, as the regime is new.

Transfer Duty

Stamp duty in Queensland is “transfer duty”, administered by the Queensland Revenue Office, with concessions for eligible home and first-home buyers. Rates and thresholds change — we flag what may apply and point you to the Queensland Revenue Office to confirm.

Foreign Buyer Duty (AFAD)

Foreign buyers of Queensland property may face additional foreign acquirer duty (AFAD) on top of transfer duty. If a foreign person, company or trust is involved, we identify the issue early — the current rate should be confirmed with the Queensland Revenue Office.

Body Corporate

In Queensland the strata body is the “Body Corporate”. For units, townhouses and apartments we review the body corporate position — levies, sinking fund, by-laws and disputes — so you know what you are buying into.

Queensland rules are easy to miss from interstate — we handle them for you.

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Who we help in Queensland

Buyers, Sellers and Investors Across QLD

Property Investors

Building or growing a portfolio in Queensland — Brisbane units, Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast investments and regional buys — where due diligence, structure and body corporate risk really matter.

Risk & due-diligence checks
Body corporate & off-the-plan review
Correct buying entity confirmed before signing

Interstate & First-Home Buyers

Buying in Queensland from NSW, VIC or WA, or purchasing your first home or next move within the state — wanting the QLD process explained and the risks caught before you commit.

Plain-English REIQ contract reviews
Cooling-off & finance date tracking
Run remotely — no need to be local

Sellers, Business Owners & SMSF Trustees

Selling a Queensland property, buying commercial premises to operate from, or holding QLD property inside super — where disclosure, entity, tax and lease issues need a lawyer, not just a conveyancer.

Seller disclosure prepared & managed
Commercial due diligence & leases
SMSF entity & bare-trust setup

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Why it matters

What Careful QLD Conveyancing Protects You From

Contract Traps

Special conditions added to the REIQ contract that quietly shift risk onto you, short timeframes and unusual clauses that a standard read misses. We find them before you sign.

Defective Seller Disclosure

If the seller’s disclosure statement is missing, late or wrong, your rights can be affected. We check disclosure was properly given before you commit — a live issue under Queensland’s new regime.

Cooling-Off & Finance Risks

Queensland’s cooling-off ends at 5pm on the fifth business day, and there is none at auction. Miss a cooling-off or finance deadline and you can lose money. We track every date so nothing slips.

The Wrong Buying Entity

Buying in the wrong name — individual, company, trust or SMSF — can mean paying transfer duty twice. We confirm the structure before the contract is signed.

Body Corporate & Property Problems

Underfunded sinking funds, special levies, disputes, unapproved structures and easements that proper searches and a body corporate review reveal — so there are no surprises after settlement.

Adjustment & Settlement Errors

Rates, land tax, body corporate levies and rent are all adjusted at settlement, and a late settlement can trigger penalty interest. We check the figures and coordinate everyone so it happens on time.

Send us the Queensland contract before you sign — that’s where the risk lives.

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How we work

How Our Queensland Conveyancing Works

Strategy Consultation

Book a free 15-minute consult. We confirm your property type, timeframe and structure, and explain our fixed fee clearly — wherever in Australia you are based.

Contract & Disclosure Review

Before you sign, we review the REIQ contract and the seller’s disclosure statement (or prepare them, if you’re selling), flag the risks and negotiate amendments where needed.

Signing & Cooling-Off

We manage signing, protect your position during the cooling-off period, watch the 5pm fifth-business-day deadline, and make sure the deposit is dealt with correctly.

Searches & Due Diligence

We run the searches your matter needs — title, planning and body corporate, plus zoning, GST and leases for commercial property.

Pre-Settlement Preparation

We verify adjustments, coordinate with your lender and broker, confirm every condition has been met and lodge duty matters with the Queensland Revenue Office.

PEXA Settlement & Handover

We settle electronically through PEXA — no need to be in Queensland — and confirm the exact moment ownership changes hands.

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Why Choose Corporate Legal for Queensland Conveyancing

A Lawyer, Not Just a Conveyancer

A qualified property lawyer runs every QLD file, so you’re covered the moment something needs negotiating or defending.

Queensland Process, Handled

REIQ contracts, seller disclosure, cooling-off and body corporate — the state-specific detail applied correctly on every matter.

Built for Investors & Interstate Buyers

Buying in QLD from another state? We run the whole matter remotely, and can handle your next purchase anywhere in Australia.

Settled Australia-Wide on PEXA

We act nationally and settle electronically, so you never need to set foot in a Queensland office.

Fixed-Fee Pricing

A clear, upfront fee so you can budget with confidence. Full pricing is set out on our pricing page.

Backed by a Litigation Team

If a deal goes wrong, our Commercial Litigation team can step in — same firm, no handover, no lost time.

Buy or sell in Queensland with a firm that gets the legal side right.

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Part of a Complete Property & Legal Service

Conveyancing rarely stands alone. Because we also review contracts, examine body corporate and strata reports, advise on property structuring and handle SMSF purchases, we can support your Queensland transaction from the first contract through to final settlement — and beyond, if anything goes wrong. Buying or selling in more than one state? We cover the eastern seaboard and the west.

Explore: Conveyancing · Residential · Commercial · SMSF · Contract Reviews · Strata Report Review
Other states: Conveyancing NSW · Conveyancing VIC · Conveyancing WA

Queensland Conveyancing FAQs

Can you handle my Queensland conveyancing if you’re not based in Brisbane?

Yes. We are an Australian firm that acts nationally and manages Queensland property remotely. We review your REIQ contract, run the searches, handle seller disclosure and settle electronically on PEXA — so you never need to attend a Queensland office. Most QLD matters, including for interstate and investor clients, are run entirely online.

What is the cooling-off period in Queensland?

Queensland contracts usually carry a statutory cooling-off period of 5 business days, which ends at 5pm on the fifth business day. If you terminate within it, the seller may withhold a penalty of 0.25% of the purchase price. There is no cooling-off period for property bought at auction. Exceptions apply, so confirm the position for your specific contract with us.

What is the seller disclosure statement in Queensland?

Queensland has a seller disclosure regime. From 1 August 2025, a seller must give the buyer a statutory disclosure statement, together with prescribed materials, before the contract is signed. We check that disclosure was properly given and is accurate before you commit. As the regime is new, we confirm the current requirements for your matter.

Do I need a lawyer or a conveyancer for a Queensland purchase?

A licensed conveyancer can handle a straightforward transaction, but only a lawyer can act if a dispute arises, a clause needs to be litigated, or your matter involves a company, trust or SMSF. At Corporate Legal every Queensland conveyance is run by a qualified property lawyer for the same fixed fee, so you get the extra protection without paying more.

How much is stamp duty in Queensland?

Stamp duty in Queensland is called transfer duty and is administered by the Queensland Revenue Office, with concessions available for eligible home and first-home buyers. Foreign buyers may also pay additional foreign acquirer duty (AFAD). Rates and thresholds change, so we flag what may apply to you and point you to the Queensland Revenue Office to confirm the current figures.

I’m buying a Queensland investment property from interstate — can you help?

Absolutely — it’s a large part of what we do. Whether you’re in Sydney, Melbourne or Perth buying a Brisbane unit, a Gold Coast investment or a regional property, we run the whole QLD matter remotely and apply the correct Queensland contract, disclosure and duty rules. If your next purchase is in another state, the same team can handle it.

How long does conveyancing take in Queensland?

Most Queensland transactions settle within about four to six weeks of the contract being signed, though this varies with the contract terms, your finance and the property. We can also review contracts urgently — often the same or next day — when you need to move quickly on a QLD purchase.

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Buying or Selling in Queensland? Start With a Contract Review

Whether it’s a first home, a Brisbane investment, a Gold Coast unit or business premises, the safest first step is always the same: have a property lawyer read the REIQ contract and check seller disclosure before you sign. Corporate Legal delivers fixed-fee Queensland conveyancing — run remotely, settled Australia-wide on PEXA, and built for investors and interstate buyers. See our pricing or get in touch.

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