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Collins Quarters supports clients across Hobart and Tasmania with practical legal advice in family law, corporate and commercial law, immigration, property and conveyancing, mergers and acquisitions, dispute resolution, wills and estates, and FIRB matters.
Legal Services Available in Hobart and Tasmania
Each service page is tailored to Hobart, with local context, court awareness, and direct pathways to consultations.
Family & Divorce Lawyers in Hobart
CollinsQuarters is your leading family law firm in Hobart, specialising in divorce, child custody di...
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CollinsQuarters is a leading corporate and commercial law firm in Hobart, specialising in company fo...
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CollinsQuarters is a leading corporate immigration practice in Hobart, specialising in strategic vis...
Learn MoreMergers & Acquisitions Lawyers in Hobart
CollinsQuarters is a specialist M&A law firm serving Hobart, having advised on over $500 million in ...
Learn MoreProperty & Conveyancing Lawyers in Hobart
CollinsQuarters provides comprehensive property and conveyancing services in Hobart, with particular...
Learn MoreDispute Resolution Lawyers in Hobart
CollinsQuarters specialises in commercial dispute resolution for clients in Hobart, offering mediati...
Learn MoreWills & Estates Lawyers in Hobart
CollinsQuarters' wills and estates practice serves individuals and families in Hobart with expert es...
Learn MoreFIRB Lawyers & Foreign Investment Advisors in Hobart
CollinsQuarters offers specialist Foreign Investment Review Board (FIRB) advisory services to invest...
Learn MoreHobart's Trusted Law Firm for Local and Cross-Border Matters
We combine local legal knowledge in Hobart with corridor expertise across Australia, India, and Malaysia. This helps clients manage legal risk, move faster on decisions, and resolve disputes with confidence.
- 50+ years combined legal experience
- Serving clients across Hobart and Tasmania
- 3 countries - Australia, India, Malaysia
- Free initial consultation
- 24-hour response guarantee
- Fixed-fee options available
Collins Quarters - Hobart
Level 4, 19 Murray St, Hobart TAS 7000
We serve clients across Hobart and all of Tasmania via our secure online practice. Same expert advice, maximum convenience.
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Legal Landscape in Hobart, TAS
Hobart is Tasmania's capital and has seen growing interest from interstate and international investors in its tourism, property, and agricultural sectors. Collins Quarters assists Hobart and broader Tasmanian clients with property transactions under the Conveyancing and Law of Property Act 1884 (Tas) and Land Titles Act 1980 (Tas), commercial agreements, family law proceedings, and disputes in the Magistrates' Court and Supreme Court of Tasmania.
Court Hierarchy — Tasmania
Magistrates' Court (up to $50,000) → Supreme Court of Tasmania → Court of Criminal Appeal → High Court of Australia
Stamp Duty Note
Tasmania charges duty on dutiable transactions under the Duties Act 2001 (Tas). Foreign person duty surcharges may apply in certain circumstances.
Key Legislation in Tasmania
Conveyancing and Law of Property Act 1884 (Tas)
The foundational statute for property conveyancing and related rights in Tasmania.
Land Titles Act 1980 (Tas)
Governs Torrens title registration for land in Tasmania.
Residential Tenancy Act 1997 (Tas)
Regulates residential tenancy agreements, bonds, and landlord/tenant obligations in Tasmania.
Land Use Planning and Approvals Act 1993 (Tas)
Controls planning schemes, development applications, and land use approvals in Tasmania.
Fair Trading (Australian Consumer Law) Act 1990 (Tas)
Applies the Australian Consumer Law in Tasmania for consumer protection and fair trading.
Legal Questions About Hobart & Tasmania
How does property conveyancing work in Tasmania?
Tasmanian property transactions follow the Torrens title system under the Land Titles Act 1980 (Tas). Contracts for the sale of land include a cooling-off period under the relevant legislation. The vendor discloses relevant property information and the buyer's solicitor conducts title and encumbrance searches. Collins Quarters manages the full Tasmanian conveyancing process for residential and commercial property, from contract review through to settlement.
What court handles major commercial disputes in Tasmania?
Tasmania has a simplified two-tier court structure. The Magistrates' Court handles civil matters up to $50,000. For all larger commercial disputes, equity claims, and injunction applications, the Supreme Court of Tasmania has unlimited jurisdiction. Tasmania does not have a separate intermediate district court. Appeals from the Supreme Court go directly to the High Court of Australia. The Federal Court of Australia also sits in Hobart for federal matters.
Is FIRB approval required for property purchases in Tasmania?
Yes. FIRB approval is required for all foreign persons purchasing residential real estate in Tasmania, regardless of the purchase price. Commercial land above the relevant thresholds also requires FIRB notification. Tasmania's property market has seen increasing interest from mainland Australian and overseas buyers in tourism and agricultural properties, which are subject to their own FIRB thresholds. Collins Quarters handles FIRB applications for all Tasmanian property acquisitions.
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