What We Do

Criminal Law

Facing criminal charges can be an uncertain and stressful time. This is especially so when confronted with the prospect of imprisonment, losing your driver licence or even a large fine. Whether you are pleading guilty, not guilty or you are undecided; you need experienced and practical legal advice and representation.

Director of the Firm, Jason Hanke, has extensive experience appearing in courts and tribunals in New South Wales and Victoria. Jason is known for his professional, yet personable and understanding, approach to practicing law and he will guide through the legal process from start to finish.

Jason has experience acting for defendants in a wide range of criminal charges, from drink-driving to serious assaults and sexual offences. He also regularly acts for applications and respondents in relation to apprehended violence orders (AVOs) and intervention orders (IVOs). He has achieved the desired outcome for numerous clients in hearings, sentencing proceedings and appeals.

Business & Commercial Law

The Business World is fast-paced, highly competitive and unforgiving. Businesses live and die by commercial decisions. It is therefore imperative that those involved in business consult experienced and dynamic professional advice.

The lawyers at Burt & Hanke Legal are the advisors you want on your team, with experience in business law matters concerning:

the sale and purchase of businesses;
lease agreements;
franchise agreements;
trade agreements;
business agreements;
partnership agreements;

shareholder agreements;
restraints of trade;
confidentiality;
employment law; and
commercial disputes and litigation.

Whether your business is big or small, contact Matthew or Jason today to get the advantage.

Property Law & Conveyancing

There is a common perception that the legal work associated with buying or selling a property is straight forward. That is simply not the case. In fact, a large portion of claims against lawyers relate to problems arising from conveyancing matters. The reality is that there are numerous legal traps and pitfalls that exist in property transactions and, let’s face it, you are dealing with your most significant asset.

The Directors of the Firm regularly practice in the areas of property law and conveyancing and have a combined experience in that field in excess of two decades. We undertake property law work in residential, rural and commercial matters and we act for first home buyers, investors and property developers. If you have an issue or matter concerning property transfers, subdivision, stamp duty, first home owner benefits, early occupation leases and licenses, caveats, PEXA, easements, restrictions, covenants, section 173 agreements, mortgages, requisitions, due diligence, land tax, life interests or adverse possession, contact Matthew or Jason.

Will & Estates

The importance of putting in place a legally valid plan for your future and your estate cannot be underestimated.

Unfortunately, many people do not have will, power of attorney or appointment of enduring guardian documents. Failing to have a plan in place for you and your estate may cause added complications for your loved ones at an already stressful time. Also, importantly, you don’t want to run the risk of dying without a valid will and your hard-earned assets passing other than in accordance with your wishes.

Burt & Hanke Legal offer experienced and comprehensive estate planning services. The Firm can assist you in wills, powers of attorney, enduring guardians and Guardianship Tribunal applications as well as deceased estate services, including challenging a will, administration of estates and probate.

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