About Chris
Chris specialises in land valuation, compulsory acquisition and local government rating. His experience in valuation, compensation and rating provides deep insights in carrying out work and managing disputes on behalf of local government.
Chris is well known for his work with local government in land valuation and for a wider range of clients in compulsory acquisition and compensation. As a former Principal Solicitor with the Department of Sustainability and Environment he is able to infuse his legal advice with a unique perspective for clients.
Experience
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Valuer-General of Victoria and local government
Advice regarding the Valuation of Land Act 1960 and related legislation.
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Registrar of Titles
Proving land law advice, including the Transfer of Land Act 1958, statutory claims against the Registrar and practices and procedures of Land Registry.
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Land valuations
Conducting various land valuation matters in the Supreme Court and VCAT.
Insights by Chris

Amendments to the Victorian Local Government Acts: Impacts on Councils’ Rating and Debt Recovery Powers

Emerging issues in planning compensation claims: prior knowledge and timing for loss on sale

What a difference a rate makes: A timely reminder on the use of differential rating powers

Valuing partial acquisitions: benefits and limits of the before and after method

Partner
Melbourne