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    We picked the most highly specialised and talented lawyers

    We focus on providing our clients with a holistic range of services to ensure the most tax effective and asset protective structuring of their affairs.

    Stipe Vuleta

    Managing Director

    Angela
    Backhouse

    Director

    Ben Hatte

    Director

    Harold O’Brien

    Director

    Marissa Dimarco

    Director

    Breshna Abawi

    Associate

    Reina Katsumata

    Law Graduate

    Mia Topen

    Paralegal

    Our process

    01Understanding your property position

    We review how your property assets are currently held, including ownership structures, entities involved, and existing tax or asset protection considerations.

    02Identifying tax and risk exposure

    We identify where your portfolio may be exposed to unnecessary tax, creditor risk, or legal vulnerability, both now and in future scenarios.

    03Designing the right structure

    We develop a tailored structuring strategy that balances protection, tax efficiency, and flexibility.

    04Implementing ownership arrangements

    We implement the agreed structures and coordinate with your advisers where required.

    05Reviewing and adapting over time

    We provide ongoing review to ensure your structures remain effective as circumstances change.

    Our services

    01 Tax-Efficient Ownership

    Choosing the right ownership

    structure is critical to managing tax outcomes across the life of a property. The way property is held can significantly affect income tax, capital gains tax, land tax, and stamp duty exposure.

    What we focus on

    We assess ownership options and explain the tax implications clearly, helping you choose a structure that aligns with your investment goals. This includes reviewing how income is taxed, how gains may be realised on sale, and how land tax may apply across portfolios.

    Practical, forward-looking advice

    We structure property ownership with future transactions in mind, so you are not locked into inefficient outcomes later. Early advice can prevent tax issues that are costly or impossible to unwind.

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    Property assets often represent substantial value and should be protected accordingly. Without the right structure, property can be exposed to claims, disputes, or financial stress arising from business or personal risk.

    What we look to protect

    We help separate high value property from operational or business risk and limit exposure to creditors and litigation. This includes reviewing ownership entities and how property interacts with other risk areas in your affairs.

    Building resilience into ownership

    Our strategies are designed to strengthen protection without sacrificing control or flexibility, ensuring property assets remain secure as circumstances change.

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    Property portfolios evolve over time, and growth decisions should be made with structure in mind. Acquisitions, disposals, and changes in use can all have significant legal and tax consequences.

    How we support portfolio decisions

    We provide strategic advice before transactions occur, helping you understand how each decision affects tax, risk, and long term performance. This ensures growth is intentional rather than reactive.

    Supporting sustainable returns

    By planning structure alongside growth, we help reduce friction, improve efficiency, and support stronger long term outcomes.

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    Property development and complex investments carry additional legal and financial risk. The way these projects are structured can significantly affect liability exposure and tax outcomes.

    What we consider

    We advise on joint ventures, development entities, and layered ownership arrangements, ensuring risks are appropriately managed and responsibilities clearly defined.

    Clear structure from the outset

    Early structuring helps prevent disputes, manage exposure, and support smoother project delivery from acquisition through completion.

    Transferring property across generations requires careful planning to avoid unnecessary tax, delays, or family disputes. Property succession is often overlooked until it becomes urgent.

    What succession planning addresses

    We structure ownership to support smooth transitions, whether through gradual transfer or longer term estate planning strategies. This includes considering tax implications and control arrangements.

    Preserving value and clarity

    Clear succession planning helps preserve property wealth and provides certainty for families with significant or multi-property portfolios.

    Even well designed property structures can become ineffective over time. Changes in law, asset values, or personal circumstances can weaken protection or efficiency if not addressed.

    What we review

    We assess whether existing structures remain compliant, tax effective, and aligned with your objectives. This includes identifying inefficiencies or emerging risks.

    Preventing problems before they arise

    Regular reviews allow issues to be addressed early, helping ensure your property portfolio remains well positioned for the future.

    Why Choose Us for Property Structuring?

    Property ownership can create significant wealth, but the way assets are structured determines whether that wealth is protected, efficient, and sustainable. Decisions made at acquisition often carry long term tax and legal consequences. Without careful planning, property can become exposed to unnecessary tax liabilities, creditor claims, or structural inflexibility that is costly to unwind.

    At Chamberlains, we approach property structuring with strategic foresight and commercial precision. We assess how your properties are held, how they interact with your broader financial position, and where exposure may arise. Whether you are investing, developing, or planning succession, we design ownership frameworks that align with both current objectives and future intentions.

    Things You Should Know

    • Ownership Determines Tax Outcomes: Income, capital gains, and land tax treatment depend on structure.
    • Early Decisions Matter: Restructuring later can trigger stamp duty and capital gains consequences.
    • Risk Should Be Contained: Business activities should not jeopardise valuable property assets.
    • Growth Requires Planning: Acquisitions and developments should align with a long term framework.
    • Regular Review Is Essential: Legislative and personal changes can impact effectiveness.

    Structuring for Protection and Growth

    Effective property structuring integrates tax efficiency, asset protection, and succession planning into a cohesive strategy. From trusts and corporate entities to joint venture arrangements and estate considerations, every element must support both performance and protection.

    Our team provides clear, forward looking advice that strengthens resilience while maintaining flexibility. We help you make informed decisions before transactions occur, ensuring each step contributes to a stable and well positioned portfolio.

    Build on Solid Foundations

    With the right legal structure in place, property can continue to serve as a secure and adaptable foundation for long term financial security. At Chamberlains, we help you structure confidently, protect strategically, and grow sustainably.
    Call us at 1300 676 823
    Email us at hello@chamberlains.com.au

    FAQ

    01Why is property structuring important?

    Proper structuring can reduce tax exposure, protect assets from claims, and improve long term flexibility. Decisions made early often have lasting consequences.

    In some cases, yes. However, changes can trigger tax and duty costs. Early advice helps avoid unnecessary expense later.

    Regular reviews are recommended when acquiring or selling property, undertaking development, or experiencing changes in financial or personal circumstances.

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