Jaku Legal

Strata Law

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Strata Lawyer SydneyWe understand the significant impact that Strata Law issues can have on people’s lives.  Accordingly, unlike other law firms that consider Strata Law issues as just a subset of Property Law, at Jaku Legal, we treat Strata Law as a stand-alone area of Law.

We have experience in representing clients in strata schemes, in giving advice and resolving disputes relating to Strata Law issues and also in relation to the sale and purchase of strata title units.  We confidently assist our clients with the range of Strata Law issues.

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Mediation Services

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Mediation ServicesMediation is an informal process designed to help people resolve disputes themselves before litigation or once court proceedings have been commenced.

Mediation often improves understanding between the parties.  Compared with going to court in the first place and/or allowing litigation to continue, mediation is usually:

  1. Quicker;
  2. less expensive;
  3. less formal; and
  4. less stressful.

Marc Jaku has been accredited as a mediator by the Resolution Institute and is an accredited mediator under the National Mediation Accreditation System (NMAS).

Marc mediates disputes across a range of matters between parties.  The principal areas of Marc’s mediation practice involve environmental law and planning, building, development and construction, property damage, tort and contract law, registered clubs and incorporated associations, IT, consumer rights and neighbourhood disputes, including tree disputes.

Civil Disputes & Litigation

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Civil Litigation LawyerAt Jaku Legal we understand that differences of opinion can lead to disputes for an infinite number of reasons and circumstances. However, not all disputes require the intervention of courts for their resolution.

Some issues may be resolved before they escalate into a dispute. Other issues that do become disputes may be resolved by way of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods such as negotiation, mediation, conciliation and arbitration. However, there are some disputes that do require intervention by the courts, especially when ADR methods have been exhausted or are inappropriate.

At Jaku Legal we work with you to identify all available options so that an informed decision can be made that appropriately suits your circumstances. By exploring all options before court or tribunal proceedings are commenced, you are more likely to avoid a protracted and draining experience and be confident with the approach you ultimately take. We are best placed to help you take control.

Laws can be confusing, cumbersome, daunting to navigate and overwhelming. Likewise, the different jurisdictions, procedures, practices and rules specific to different courts and tribunals require guidance from experienced practitioners who have the training and knowledge to ensure the most advantageous approach is pursued so that the most beneficial outcome can be obtained.

Our familiarity with the environment of a dispute, including, court and tribunal processes, ensures that you are properly and professionally represented at all stages in civil litigation.

We are available to make your life easier during difficult times. We understand that looking after your best interests does not just mean winning a case but also obtaining the best possible outcome. This requires ensuring that the costs of dispute resolution are manageable and affordable.

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Court Representation

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Sydney Court LawyerWhen it comes to court representation, our hard work, diligence, training and experience ensure the highest level of professionalism and integrity. This gets results.

Whether we appear personally on your behalf before a court or tribunal (which we regularly do and is one way we seek to reduce the costs of litigation) or instruct counsel to appear, we understand what is required in order to present the best possible case. We then do what it takes to achieve this.

We are enthusiastic advocates, know the right barristers to engage, are familiar with the processes of courts and tribunals, have exceptional document drafting abilities and will work tenaciously to get the job done.

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Local Government Law

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Local Government LawyerLocal government authorities have significant powers under the law that affect our every day lives.

Whether on a personal level or professionally, local government laws have the potential to create a substantial impact.

We have extensive experience dealing with local governments, including both acting for them and for individuals and businesses against them.

We have a deep understanding of councils’ powers and the laws under which those powers are granted. Whether dealing with the service of a council notice or order, seeking approval under local government laws or simply wishing to understand those laws, council processes and your rights, we are best placed to assist you.

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Planning & Environment Law

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Planning & Environment LawyerAt Jaku Legal, we specialise in resolving disputes and have extensive experience dealing with disputes in the field of environment and planning law. As with local government law, environment and planning laws have great potential to cause significant impact to our lives, particularly, as they affect the use and enjoyment of land. This not only impacts individuals but businesses as well.

We are Land and Environment Court (LEC) specialists and have acted for both Applicants and Respondents in LEC proceedings. Accordingly, we can assist in the wide range of cases that fall within the jurisdiction of the LEC and the Local Court, including:

1. Disputes between consent authorities (e.g. councils) and developers (individuals and businesses) relating to land-use and development approvals;
2. Disputes involving neighbours and members of the public regarding proposed development;
3. Disputes relating to compliance with and enforcement of environment and planning laws, regulations, policies, controls, approvals and conditions;
4. Disputes relating to alleged unauthorised building work;
5. Disputes with resuming authorities and the Valuer-General regarding land values;
6. Judicial review of decisions under environment and planning laws, including, challenges to the validity of development consents; and
7. Prosecutions and defences relating to environment and planning offences.

In addition, we can provide you with expert advice and assistance regarding environment and planning laws and issues, including:

1. Corporate and corporate officer liability for environmental offences;
2. Contaminated land issues and remediation;
3. Requirements for environmental licenses and approvals;
4. The powers of environmental authorities and other public agencies under environmental legislation;
5. Assessing development applications and applications for modifications of development consent;
6. Reviewing the sufficiency of environmental impact statements;
7. Reviewing the sufficiency of species impact statements;
8. Advising on existing use rights;
9. Advising on planning appeals; and
10. Providing advice on heritage issues.

No matter what the environment and planning law issue, we have the expertise to assist you.

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Our Location

Level 6, 151 Macquarie Street
SYDNEY NSW 2000

Phone: +61 2 8238 6987
Fax: +61 2 8088 7201

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