Edition 88: Navigating property law in a changing landscape

As the legal landscape evolves, property law practitioners must stay informed about emerging challenges and risks. Due diligence has taken on a new significance, as highlighted in our conversation with Mieke Elzer, where we explore its evolving role in property law. In this edition we also address a property lawyers’ duties regarding contaminated land, thanks to spatial intelligence and risk mapping experts Lotsearch Pty Ltd. We also delve into what other products are available, such as the Groundsure ClimateIndex™ Report, that can equip you to protect your clients’ interests and safeguards your firm’s reputation. These solutions underscore the growing need for thorough, informed legal strategies in property transactions.

The evolving role of due diligence in property law: a Conversation with Mieke Elzer

For Mieke Elzer, the connection between law and environmental advocacy has been a lifelong journey. From witnessing her family’s efforts to protect old-growth forests in her childhood to her current role as an Associate Lawyer at Attwood Marshall Lawyers, Mieke’s passion for the environment continues to shape her legal career. With a focus on property and commercial law, Mieke integrates her understanding of climate risks into her practice, helping clients make informed decisions when navigating the complex world of property transactions. In this interview, Mieke shares her insights on empowering clients, the challenges of due diligence, and the evolving role of legal practitioners in addressing environmental concerns.

Understanding contaminated land risks: a guide for property lawyers

Lotsearch Pty Ltd, a leader in environmental data, recently commissioned Norton Rose Fulbright to provide comprehensive legal advice on property lawyers’ duties regarding contaminated land

Enhancing your property due diligence process: protect your clients and your reputation

In this blog, we explore the key property due diligence products, searches, and services that InfoTrack offers, demonstrating how they protect your clients’ interests and safeguard your firm’s reputation.

Law Society of NSW guidance on climate change – what it means for practitioners

This blog summarises the new Law Society of NSW Guidance on Climate Risks and the most effective way to discharge your duties and to communicate potential risks to your client.

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Streamlining Financial Disclosure in Family Law	Live 02/10	1
No two properties are the same: conducting thorough due diligence	Live 03/10	0.5
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