Ben has 30 years' experience as a commercial lawyer acting on a range of property transactions including acquisitions, sales, leasing and development of real estate. With a strong background in property development and building / construction, he has unique insights into industry specific issues. He is renowned for his expertise in property development, delivering innovative commercial solutions in relation to complex property matters and providing exceptional client service.
Ben’s clients include ASX listed companies, the ACT Government and numerous private developers within the ACT and surrounding NSW region.
Recommended Lawyer, Property and Real Estate, Doyle’s Guide.
Expertise
Ben’s expertise includes:
Property acquisitions and disposals
Commercial, industrial and retail leasing
Property development including subdivision and development of land
Community Title and Unit Title (ACT)
Development of residential, commercial and mixed use projects
Town planning and Heritage issues
Environment Law relating to Property (contaminated sites)
Banking and Financial Services
Building and Construction contracts
Structuring advice.
Recent Matters
Acting for PEET/Mirvac (Googong Township Pty Ltd) in relation to development of Googong Estate NSW, a master planned estate which will contain over 6000 dwellings once completed
Acting for Teneriffe Land Owner Pty Ltd in relation to a 400 lot land subdivision development in Goulburn NSW
Acting for POD Projects in relation to a number of residential and mixed use developments in the ACT
Acting for Capital Projects Group in relation to a 240 unit development in Greenway, ACT
Acting for Glavcorp in relation to a 160 unit mixed use development in Gungahlin, ACT
Acting for JW Land in relation to a residential development in Watson, ACT
Acting for Antalija Group in relation to a number of residential developments in Moncrieff, Lawson and Watson ACT
Acting for Coda Property Group in relation to residential developments in Greenway, Moncrieff and Taylor ACT
Acting for Bronte Group in relation to 2 developments in Denman Prospect ACT for a total of 225 residential units
Acting for 91 Northbourne Pty Ltd in relation to a 120 unit development in Turner ACT.
Memberships, Accreditation & Activities
Recommended Lawyer, Property and Real Estate, Doyle’s Guide.
