The Cornwalls Property team is a market leader in commercial, retail and industrial leasing, offering unparalleled expertise and strategic insight. Our deep industry knowledge, combined with a sharp commercial focus, allows us to deliver exceptional results for our clients.

We set the benchmark in property law by streamlining processes, delivering tailored solutions, and ensuring a seamless experience for every transaction. Our approach is commercially driven, efficient, and results-focused, giving our clients a distinct advantage in the property sector.

About Property

In a fast-moving property market, timing and precision are everything. Our team is known for its rapid comprehension of commercial objectives and its ability to navigate complex legal and market dynamics with confidence.

We have a proven track record in handling the acquisition and disposal of retail, commercial, industrial, and residential properties, as well as large-scale developments, including retail shopping centres, multi-level residential projects, broad acre subdivisions, large format retail centres, resorts, hotels and business parks. We have particular knowledge of the due diligence required in these matters and the commercial imperatives our clients wish to achieve.

At Cornwalls, we don’t just provide legal services—we deliver strategic, value-driven solutions that empower our clients to seize opportunities, mitigate risks, and achieve success in an ever-evolving property landscape.

Our team advises a wide range of private and commercial clients, including national and international public and private retailers, developers, funds, banks, hoteliers and investors. Through our experience, knowledge and contacts in both the Sydney and Melbourne property sectors, we also identify opportunities for our clients.

We offer a national service and can advise clients on issues arising in all jurisdictions.

Leasing

At Cornwalls, our leasing expertise is second to none. We have a proven track record in delivering strategic, high-impact solutions across a wide range of asset classes, including commercial office buildings, mixed-use developments, shopping centres, large-format retail hubs, childcare and early learning centres, resorts, hotels, and business parks.

Our team is trusted by leading national and international clients, including corporate landlords, REITs, major retailers, developers, funds, banks, hoteliers, NFPs, and charities. With a deep understanding of the Australian market and a strong network across all states, we go beyond traditional legal services—we identify opportunities, mitigate risks, and drive commercial success for our clients.

We offer a seamless, results-driven approach to leasing for both landlords and tenants, handling:

  • Retail, commercial, and industrial leasing
  • Acquisition and disposal of leased assets
  • Comprehensive due diligence and strategic advice

Our commercial insight, combined with cutting-edge legal expertise, ensures that every leasing transaction is structured for maximum advantage. Whether negotiating highstakes deals, streamlining processes, or ensuring compliance with complex regulations, we empower our clients to achieve their commercial objectives with confidence and precision.

With Cornwalls, you gain more than just legal support—you gain a strategic partner dedicated to your success.

Expertise

  • Adverse possession
  • Body corporate, owners corporations, strata title, establishment, rules advice and dispute resolution
  • Boundary realignment
  • Commercial and retail landlord and tenant disputes and mediations
  • Commercial, retail and industrial leasing
  • Compulsory acquisition
  • Franchising advice
  • Owners corporation establishment, special rules, advice and dispute resolution
  • Planning and planning objections
  • Property joint ventures
  • Sale and purchase of aged care facilities
  • Sale and purchase of agricultural land
  • Sale and purchase of hotels and other specialised properties in the hospitality industry
  • Sale and purchase of industrial property and commercial property
  • Sale and purchase of residential property (nationally)
  • Structures for property development
  • Subdivision
  • Telecommunications leasing (nationally)
  • Transfers of property to and from trusts and SMSFs
  • Trust advice

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Our Experts

Myles Harry

Partner, Melbourne

Carolyn Falcone

Partner, Melbourne

Eddie Leong

Partner, Brisbane

Peter Window

Partner, Melbourne

Leon Yang

Partner, Melbourne

Veronica Iakovidis

Partner, Melbourne

Anita Luland

Special Counsel, Brisbane

Jeremy Ashley

Special Counsel, Melbourne

Ken Davies

Special Counsel, Melbourne

Melissa Falcone

Special Counsel, Melbourne

Rouzana Iurovetski

Special Counsel, Melbourne

Yongshun Hu

Special Counsel, Melbourne

Ian Tuszynski

Senior Consultant, Melbourne

Steve Quadrio

Consultant, Brisbane

Amanda Snaddon

Senior Lawyer, Melbourne

Emily Wragge

Senior Associate, Melbourne

Joanne Kleine

Senior Associate, Melbourne

Liana Venditti

Senior Associate, Melbourne

Nima Power

Senior ASSOCIATE, MELBOURNE