LEGAL ADVICE SERVICES

Expert legal advice, now part of your REIV membership

As one of our most valued member services, the REIV Information Line has provided trusted guidance for many years, helping members navigate industry questions and day-to-day challenges. Building on this foundation of support, we are now offering Office Members complimentary access to qualified property lawyers through our partnership with New Chapter Legal.

This new service provides a free, no obligation initial consultation with an experienced legal practitioner. It is designed to support you when legal issues arise that go beyond general advice, helping you resolve matters with confidence, protect your business and remain compliant with your professional obligations.

What’s covered

Members can access advice and support on a wide range of matters, including:

• Residential and commercial leasing (including tenancy disputes and rent relief matters)

• Agency agreements and contract reviews

• Contractual disputes and negotiation strategies

• Trust account compliance and regulatory obligations

• Establishing your agency including the appropriate corporate structures, franchising, and partnership agreements for you agency

• Retail Leases Act and related landlord/tenant matters

• Risk management and dispute resolution processes

• Consumer Affairs Victoria compliance

• Guidance on changes to real estate legislation and regulations

• Buying or selling a rent roll

• Recovering commissions and marketing fees

• Employee restraint of trade enforcement

How it works

Call the REIV Information Line on 03 9205 6666 or email reiv@reiv.com.au
An Information Officer will discuss your enquiry and, if appropriate, refer you to New Chapter Legal
New Chapter Legal will then contact you directly to arrange your free consultation

About New Chapter Legal

New Chapter Legal is a boutique law firm with a dedicated focus on being commercial and property lawyers for the real estate industry. Their team is led by Rex Afrasiabi, an experienced commercial and property lawyer who understand the unique requirements of the real estate industry and the complex legal environment in which Victorian real estate professionals operate.

From leasing and contract disputes to compliance and regulatory change, New Chapter Legal has extensive experience working with estate agents, property managers and business owners across both residential and commercial markets. Their practical, solution-focused approach ensures members receive advice that is not only legally sound but tailored to the realities of running a real estate business.

By partnering with New Chapter Legal, REIV is providing members with access to trusted experts who can deliver clarity, reduce risk and support confident decision-making.

Learn More

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