Joe Katz

With nearly five decades in practice, Joe brings unmatched depth of experience and commercial insight to complex property and business transactions.

Joe’s pragmatic, solutions-driven approach and deep understanding of the property sector have made him a trusted advisor to developers, investors and high net-worth individuals across Victoria and beyond.

Joe acts for property developers and investors, owners and tenants of high-profile leased premises, and one of Melbourne’s most prestigious residential estate agencies and several of its directors. He also advises private lenders on loan transactions secured by real estate and regularly documents sophisticated property, commercial and dispute resolution agreements.

Having previously led his own boutique practice and served as a principal in a global law firm, Joe’s perspective is both pragmatic and strategic. As a member of the UDIA Victoria Finance and Investment Committee, he advocates for regulatory and tax reform to support a strong and sustainable property market.

Focus Areas

  • Property development
  • Residential & commercial acquisitions, disposals and conveyancing
  • Retail and commercial leasing
  • Compulsory land acquisition disputes
  • Land valuation disputes
  • Business mergers/acquisition
  • Property, business and commercial disputes
  • Deceased estate disputes
  • Private wealth management advice/structuring