Property and Finance

Marie-Anne Davies

Special Counsel
Marie-Anne Davies

Marie-Anne works closely with clients to navigate the complexities of property transactions, ensuring they are informed and supported at every stage of the process.

Marie-Anne’s experience spans residential, commercial, and off-the-plan developments, including the preparation and negotiation of contracts, due diligence, and settlement matters. She is valued for her attention to detail, responsiveness and commitment to achieving efficient, commercially sound outcomes.

Dedicated to building long-term client relationships, Marie-Anne combines technical skill with a personable and proactive approach, delivering a seamless client experience within the Property and Construction team.

Focus Areas

  • Retail and commercial leasing
  • Property development

Recognition and Thought Leadership

Marie-Anne is a Law Institute of Victoria Accredited Specialist in Property Law and has held various senior positions throughout her career, demonstrating her leadership and proficiency in property law.

Notable Matters

  • Acting for property developers including conducting due diligence for complex commercial land acquisitions and dispositions for commercial, industrial and residential development sites.
  • Negotiating complex contracts and agreements for residential and commercial land transactions and development sites, including off the plan master contracts.
  • Commercial and retail leasing for a range of different properties including shopping centres, commercial and industrial developments.
  • Advising as to owners’ corporations.
  • Assisting clients transitioning to independent living and retirement village apartments through review and advice on contract documentation.
  • Advising as to structuring of property transactions including as to available duty exemptions and concessions relating to trusts, superfunds, related party transactions, partitions, title boundary realignments and deceased estates.
  • Preparation and review of NICO, subdivision, general law conversions and other property and development Land Titles Office applications.
  • Reviewing, advising and negotiating easements, s173 Agreements and all other development related agreements.

 

 

 

Area of Expertise