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Our conveyancing queen has gone global. 👑🏡Shelley Baker, Nest Legal’s conveyancing team leader and director, recently ap...
17/09/2026

Our conveyancing queen has gone global. 👑🏡

Shelley Baker, Nest Legal’s conveyancing team leader and director, recently appeared on a PEXA UK webcast discussing time, certainty and the conveyancer’s role in digital change.

The conversation explored how Australia’s move to digital property settlements has changed the conveyancing experience — giving conveyancers better visibility, reducing uncertainty and helping clients move through settlement with more confidence.

And we are pretty proud to say that Nest Legal is not just talking about smoother settlements — we are delivering them.

For the June 2026 quarter, Nest Legal achieved a 98.5% first date settlement rate through PEXA.

The industry average was 75.5%.

That means more clients settling on time, with fewer delays, fewer surprises and a lot more certainty.

At Nest Legal, our property and conveyancing team combines experience, careful systems and smart technology to help buyers and sellers move through settlement with clarity and confidence.

Because in conveyancing, getting it right the first time matters. ✨

Watch the webcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oSeGtRJNJO4

Property settlement scams are becoming more sophisticated — and harder to spot. 🏡⚠️Our conveyancing team leader and dire...
09/09/2026

Property settlement scams are becoming more sophisticated — and harder to spot. 🏡⚠️

Our conveyancing team leader and director, Shelley Baker, was recently featured in The Canberra Times and related news outlets discussing the growing risk of payment redirection scams in property settlements.

These scams can happen when buyers or sellers are asked to transfer money during a property transaction — and the bank details are not what they seem.

Scammers are using increasingly sophisticated tactics to make fake settlement instructions look frighteningly real.

That is why careful conveyancing processes matter.

At Nest Legal, our property and conveyancing team helps clients buying and selling property across Melbourne move through settlement with clear communication, careful checks and practical support at every step. 🔐

Because when large amounts of money are moving, the details matter.

Read the full article here: https://www.canberratimes.com.au/story/9346600/un-real-estate-property-settlement-scam-risk-rising/

Will disputes are becoming more common in Victoria — and it is not hard to see why.As property values rise, families bec...
07/09/2026

Will disputes are becoming more common in Victoria — and it is not hard to see why.

As property values rise, families become more complex, and expectations around inheritance shift, more people are questioning whether a will is fair, clear or legally sound.

Our senior Wills and Estates lawyer, Marlee Viero, was recently featured in the Herald Sun discussing the growing number of Victorians contesting wills and the importance of getting proper estate planning advice.

A good will is not just about listing who gets what.

It should take into account family dynamics, blended families, vulnerable beneficiaries, estranged relationships, executors, potential claims and the people left behind.

As Marlee explained, there is still a lot of myth-busting to be done when it comes to wills — including what a will can do, what it cannot do, and how it can help reduce uncertainty after death.

At Nest Legal, our wills and estates lawyers in East Brunswick help clients across Melbourne prepare clear, thoughtful and practical estate plans.

Because a will is not just paperwork.

It is a plan for the people you leave behind.

10/08/2026

Separation and property decisions can feel especially hard when the market keeps shifting. 🏡

If you’re separating and trying to work out whether to sell the family home, refinance, retain the property or buy again, there are a lot of moving parts.

Interest rates, borrowing capacity, property values, mortgage repayments and timing can all affect what is realistic — especially for single-income households or separated couples still living under one roof.

At Nest Legal, our family law and property law teams work together to help clients across Melbourne navigate separation, property settlements, conveyancing and practical next steps with clarity and care. ⚖️🤝

With transparent pricing and fixed fee options, early advice can help you understand your options — and the cost of getting support — before you commit to a path.

Legal help should be clear, human and affordable. ⚖️At Nest Legal, we use smart technology to support our lawyers — not ...
16/06/2026

Legal help should be clear, human and affordable. ⚖️
At Nest Legal, we use smart technology to support our lawyers — not replace them. 💻

That means less time wasted on unnecessary admin, duplication and inefficient systems, and more time spent on what really matters: listening carefully, giving practical advice and helping clients move forward with confidence. 🤝

We believe technology works best when it helps lawyers be better humans.

That’s why our legal services are designed around fixed fees, clear scope and transparent pricing. You know what you’re paying before we start — not after the work is done. ✅

Whether you need help with family law, conveyancing, wills and estates, property law or planning for the future, our goal is the same: high-quality legal advice delivered in a way that feels supportive, straightforward and human. 🏡

Modern legal services don’t need to be cold, confusing or unpredictable.
They can be smart.
They can be affordable.
And they can still feel deeply personal. ✨

That’s what we’re building at Nest Legal.

A huge thank you to the for creating such a thoughtful, relevant and timely event for the profession. It was a privilege to be part of a conversation that felt practical, future-focused and deeply human. 🧭

09/06/2026

Legal fees shouldn’t feel like a guessing game. For too long, getting legal help has meant not knowing what the final bill will be. No one likes surprises when it comes to legal fees. 💸

That's starting to change.

Last week, our Managing Director Talya spoke at Communitas by LexNova Guild about why Nest Legal has chosen a different approach to legal pricing.

We believe clients deserve to know what they're paying before they engage a lawyer—not after.

That's why we work on fixed fees. Clear scope. Clear pricing. ✅
The future of legal services isn't more complexity. It's more transparency, predictability and trust. 🤝

Huge thanks to Iolanthe Gabrie Yule Guttenbeil and the entire LexNova Guild team for creating a space where the profession can have honest conversations about what comes next. 🚀

01/06/2026

On 31 May some of the Nest Legal team & our friends downed tools and took part in the MS Walk Run + Roll fundraiser.
It was a good reminder that while we care deeply about the work we do, life is also about showing up for the things that matter outside the office — community, friendship, health, connection and giving back.
Big cheers to our team “The Billable Miles” for getting out there, moving together and supporting an important cause.
Proud to support the MS Walk Run + Roll 👟✨

20/05/2026

Are testamentary trusts dead after the 2026 Budget? Definitely not. ⚖️
There has been a lot of noise about the proposed changes to discretionary testamentary trusts — but the headlines don’t tell the whole story. 📰

Tax is only one part of estate planning.

A well-drafted testamentary trust can still help with:
• protecting inheritances 🛡️
• supporting young children and vulnerable beneficiaries 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
• reducing family law risk
• protecting beneficiaries in high-risk jobs or businesses
• giving your executor and loved ones flexibility

The proposed tax changes are not yet law, and there is still uncertainty about how the final rules will work.

So before you panic-change your will, get clear advice. 🤝

At Nest Legal, our wills and estates lawyers help families across Melbourne’s inner north build estate plans that are practical, protective and flexible.

Don’t let the headlines write your estate plan.

Read more in our latest blog or get in touch with us via the link in bio 🔗

https://www.nestlegal.com.au/blog/2026/5/18/are-discretionary-testamentary-trusts-still-worth-it-after-the-2026-budget

14/05/2026

Say hello to John 👋 our new Special Counsel in Property Law at Nest Legal. ⚖️🏡

John brings a wealth of experience across property and commercial law, including conveyancing, off-the-plan purchases, stamp duty, land tax, caveats, boundary disputes, building contracts and loan agreements.

He supports clients across a wide range of property matters — from everyday transactions to more complex issues where calm, clear advice makes all the difference.

Based in our East Brunswick office, John works with families, property owners, developers and businesses across Melbourne’s inner north and beyond.

Friendly, approachable and deeply experienced, John is a wonderful addition to our Property Law Team.

We’re so pleased to have him at Nest. 🤝

Watch the reel to get to know John a little more. 👀

04/05/2026

Been asked for a solicitor’s certificate for your loan? It’s more than just a form.

A solicitor’s certificate (independent legal advice) confirms to your lender that you understand what you’re signing — especially when it comes to loans and guarantees.

It involves:
✅ reviewing the loan and guarantee documents
✅ explaining the risks (particularly for guarantors)
✅ making sure the terms match your understanding

Because once documents are signed, the obligations are real.

At Nest Legal, our property lawyers and conveyancers work with clients across Melbourne’s inner north to provide clear, practical advice — so there are no surprises. ⚖️

Clarity before you sign makes all the difference.

Not sure if you need a solicitor’s certificate or what’s involved? Feel free to reach out to us by booking in a free 10 minute chat: https://nestlegal.as.me/schedule/2e379f8d

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