Guidance for buying or selling commercial property
Legal Advice for Commercial Property Transactions
Buying or selling commercial property involves more than paperwork. Each decision can affect your return, your risk, and your long-term plans. We focus on precision, timing, and strategy so your transaction moves forward smoothly and securely.
Buying Commercial Property
Before you commit, you need a clear understanding of what you are buying. We identify risks, test assumptions, and make sure every document supports your goals. If you are buying, we assist with:
- Reviewing and negotiating the sale and purchase agreement
- Conducting legal due diligence and identifying risks
- Reviewing titles, easements, covenants and zoning
- Assessing lease agreements and tenant obligations
- Coordinating with your finance team and other advisers
- Ensuring compliance with planning and building rules
Our role is to help you make informed decisions and complete your purchase with confidence.
Selling Commercial Property
Selling commercial property requires foresight and control. We help you prepare documents, manage disclosures, and address issues early so you can achieve a clean and timely sale. If you are selling, we support you by:
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Drafting or reviewing sale documentation
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Managing disclosure and warranty obligations
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Identifying and resolving title or regulatory concerns early
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Coordinating with agents, lenders and buyers
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Supporting a smooth and timely settlement
We focus on safeguarding your position and supporting a smooth transition.
Legal Support for Property Owners and Investors
Once a deal is complete, ownership brings its own responsibilities. We help property owners and investors plan ahead, manage compliance, and build resilient portfolios that perform over time. Our experience covers:
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Office buildings
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Retail and hospitality premises
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Industrial or logistics sites
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Mixed-use and multi-tenanted properties
Our advice is practical, commercially focused and aligned with your long-term strategy.
Where We Work
Our commercial property lawyers are based in Wellington, Lower Hutt, and Masterton. We assist clients across New Zealand with commercial property transactions, compliance, and long-term portfolio planning.