Easement issues frequently arise in property development – whether an existing easement affects the development land or a new easement is needed because of the development. This article identifies the key areas where easements can derail a development and sets out practical strategies for managing them.
Who, what, where with special counsel Vanessa Thompson. Hear how long she’s been at Cooper Grace Ward Lawyers, what she would be doing if she wasn’t working in law and what she loves about her job.
In this edition of It Depends, private client partner Scott Hay-Bartlem explains the SMSF borrowing ban for residential real estate introduced in the 2026 federal Budget.
In this edition of It Depends, private client partner Scott Hay-Bartlem breaks down the proposed changes to negative gearing announced in the 2026 federal Budget.
Best Lawyers Australia has released its 2027 Best Law Firm rankings, and Cooper Grace Ward has received impressive recognition in 21 practice areas.
Failing to address the allocation of cost escalation risk between negotiating parties at the ‘front end’ can create fertile ground for project delays, or even abandonment, and the potential straining or breakdown of commercial relationships.
Cooper Grace Ward has once again been recognised in the 2026 Doyle’s Guide rankings across multiple key practice areas, reflecting the firm’s ongoing commitment to delivering expert legal advice and outstanding client service in Queensland.
Drawing on our experience with Round 1 applications, we highlight key legal issues prospective applicants may need to consider when negotiating funding grants and agreements in Round 2.
From Friday 12 December 2025, standalone battery energy storage system developments are subject to Queensland’s new renewables planning regime, which was introduced earlier this year for wind and solar farms.
Major reforms to the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing Act 2006 will take effect from 1 July 2026, expanding its scope to a range of businesses not currently caught by the legislation. This will include key participants within the property sector, who will become subject to the AML/CTF regime and need to demonstrate compliance with the applicable obligations.
Builder’s side deeds offer a lender assurances in a variety of contexts, including where there is a default or insolvency on the part of a borrower that would give rise to a termination right under a construction contract between the borrower and a builder.
In this episode of ‘Coffee with CGW’, special counsel Kathy Prince from our property team joins private client partner Scott Hay-Bartlem for a lively chat over coffee. In this candid conversation, we delve into Kathy’s background, explore her life outside CGW, and discuss what gets her excited about her work.