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Joint Venture Agreements - Development Contracts - Put & Call Options

PROPERTY STRUCTURING SPECIALISTS SYDNEY

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Trusted Property Lawyers


The team at Kells provides top-tier legal advice and representation for all property structuring matters. We help clients achieve optimal outcomes with confidence.

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Extensive Property Law Experience


Our lawyers have extensive experience handling countless property and business transactions, with particular expertise in assisting developers, securing sites, structuring development vehicles, and more.

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Everywhere You Need Us


With offices in Sydney and the Illawarra, we offer our extensive knowledge, experience, and expertise to clients throughout NSW seeking assistance with property law matters.

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Bespoke Legal Services


We take the time to understand your individual challenges and deliver thoughtful, bespoke solutions designed to achieve the best possible results for you.

Here To Help

Are you looking to make the most out of your property investment? Unsure how to structure a joint venture or deal with complex development agreements? Wondering how to protect your interests while unlocking the full potential of your property assets? Look no further. Kells is here to help.


One of the most effective ways to maximise investment returns is through strategic property structuring. Whether you’re a landowner, trustee, or beneficiary, our team provides expert legal advice on joint venture agreements, development contracts, put-and-call options, and more to position your investment for success.

How Can Our Sydney Property Structuring Specialists Help?

Effective management of property assets through well-planned acquisition and holding structures is essential for maximising investment returns.

Kells provides sound and strategic legal advice on joint venture agreements, development contracts, put-and-call options, and other contracts related to acquiring and disposing of property. We also deliver valuable guidance on GST and Capital Gains Tax implications for specific transactions to help you identify and implement strategies to minimise tax impacts. We work closely with your financial advisors to align legal strategies with your financial objectives, delivering cohesive and effective results.


Our Sydney property structuring specialists represent landowners, trustees, and beneficiaries, which gives us the unique advantage of understanding the perspectives of all parties involved in a transaction. This comprehensive insight allows us to offer balanced solutions that are truly bespoke to your needs.


With a deep understanding of commercial drivers — yours and those of other parties— we are skilled at tackling even the most complex of issues and negotiations.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is property structuring, and why is it important?

    Property structuring involves setting up acquisition and holding arrangements to maximise investment returns and minimise risks such as tax liabilities or disputes.

  • What services do your property structuring specialists provide?

    We offer legal advice on joint venture agreements, development contracts, put-and-call options, and other contracts for acquiring or disposing of property.

  • Do you assist with tax implications for property transactions?

    Yes, we provide legal guidance on GST and Capital Gains Tax implications and help implement strategies to minimise tax impacts.

  • Who do you represent in property structuring matters?

    We represent landowners, trustees, and beneficiaries, giving us a comprehensive understanding of the perspectives of all parties involved.

  • What types of property transactions do you handle?

    Our team handles a wide range of transactions, including site acquisitions, development structuring, and the sale or transfer of property assets.

  • Where are your property structuring services available?

    Our property structuring services are available from our offices in Sydney and the Illawarra, providing expert advice to clients across these regions.

OUR TEAM

Our Expert Lawyers

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Paul Magagnino

Managing Partner

Peter Chodat

Partner

Amy Harper

Partner

Michael Hatfield

Partner

Mario Quintiliani

Partner

David Addinall

Partner

Jarrad Downs

Partner

Ashleigh Georgopoulos

Partner

Patrick Schmidt

Partner

Terri Anderson

Special Counsel

Alice Laurence

Special Counsel

Nicki McNamara

Special Counsel

Melissa Pacheco Zizic

Special Counsel

Franca Parolin

Senior Associate

James Watt

Senior Associate

Kareena Abraham

Associate

Cassandra Bujaroska

Associate

Taylah Jensen

Associate

Karsandra Mantis

Associate

Brooke Sharp

Associate

Valentina Zmijanjac

Associate

Ellen Collins

Lawyer

Shaneen Dhondy

Lawyer

Travis Hardaker

Lawyer

Cornelia Joyce

Lawyer

Jana Massingham

Lawyer

Teagan McConchie

Lawyer

Remy Rovere

Lawyer

Piper Ryan

Lawyer

Genevieve Van Yzendoorn

Lawyer

Harry Webb

Lawyer

Shanae Allen

Licensed Conveyancer

Kim Duffy

Licensed Conveyancer

Vanessa Gordon

Licensed Conveyancer

Leesa Mak

Licensed Conveyancer

Shayne Lopeman

Marketing Manager

Jessica Tate

Human Resources Manager

Michael Williams

Finance Manager

Daniel Blake

Law Graduate

Lilian Cooper

Paralegal

Angelique Grossi

Paralegal

Zoe Weekes

Paralegal

Aaron Schwarz

Paralegal and IT Manager

Paul Magagnino

Managing Partner

Peter Chodat

Partner

Amy Harper

Partner

Get Expert Property Structuring Advice in Sydney

If you have questions or want to explore how we can assist with your property structuring needs, don’t hesitate to reach out to our property structuring experts in Sydney. We are here to provide the guidance and support you need.

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