The Strata Law Podcast with David Sachs
Join Leading Sydney Strata Lawyer, David Sachs and the team at Sachs Gerace Lawyers as they discuss legal matters relating to strata law in New South Wales.
Sachs Gerace Lawyers is a specialist law firm with over 25 years practicing at the forefront of strata and community title law. Recognising the particular needs of the Strata and Community Title industry, David Sachs and his team provide specialist legal services to Strata and Community Title clients.
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Episodes
35 episodes
Demystifying Building Insurance Requirements in NSW (the Home Building Compensation Fund)
Owners and owners corporations undertaking building work are often told that builders must provide insurance. But what does this really mean? In this episode of the Strata Law podcast, Sachs Gerace Lawyers, Associate Ramsha Nouman d...
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Season 1
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Episode 34
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8:27
What is Litigation and How To Get Ready for It
When disputes escalate, going to court can feel like stepping into the unknown. So what actually is litigation, and what should you know before taking that first step?Joining us in this episode of the Strata Law Podcast is Clement Lo<...
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Season 1
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Episode 33
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12:27
Changes to the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015
In this episode of the Strata Law Podcast, Anne Fernando, Partner at Sachs Gerace Lawyers discusses the proposed changes to the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015—a topic that’s got lot owners, strata committees, and owners corporations paying ...
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Season 1
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Episode 32
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7:53
The 16 Year Saga of The Owners-Strata Plan No 89074 v Ceerose
In this episode, of the Strata Law podcast, David Sachs of Sachs Gerace Lawyers discusses the Owners-Strata Plan No 89074 v Ceerose, the long-running saga of a 16-storey residential development on Elizabeth Street, Sydney which pivots on the pr...
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Episode 31
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What You Must Know About the New Strata Reforms in NSW
In this edition of the Strata Law Podcast, we're unpacking the latest shake-up in New South Wales strata living. The state government has just introduced a new suite of reforms to parliament, boldly describing them as a "high-water mar...
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Season 1
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Episode 30
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20:37
Traps Builders Should Avoid in Builder Contracts
Navigating the complex world of building contracts is essential for running a successful building and construction business and avoiding lengthy, costly litigation. In this episode of the Strata Law Podcast, Dan joins Sachs Gerace Lawyers, Asso...
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Season 1
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Episode 29
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8:43
Are you Time Barred? Maybe Not: Application of the SSMA s106 2 Year Limitation Period
In this edition, of the Strata Law Podcast, Sachs Gerace Lawyers, Senior Associate, Clement Lo discusses the application of section 106, of the Strata Schemes Management Act NSW, the 2 Year Limitation Period.
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Episode 28
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How to Bring an Urgent Strata Application
In the context of strata law in NSW, If a matter is urgent and time sensitive, an applicant can seek urgent orders in the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal or NCAT, as its colloquially known. But, how do you do it? In today's po...
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Season 1
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Episode 27
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9:36
Responding to NCAT Orders
In this episode of the Strata Law Podcast, David Sachs discusses:the consequences of non-compliance with NCAT orders;the wide range of orders NCAT can issue;what steps to take if you find yourself unable to meet a ...
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Season 1
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Episode 26
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Important Recent NCAT & Supreme Court of NSW Decisions
In this podcast, Theresa Khoury discusses notable cases that highlight the evolving landscape of Strata Law in New South Wales. Reach out to Sachs Gerace Lawyers: https://sglawyers.com.au/
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Episode 25
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When Lot Owners Need Something Done: The Importance of Getting the Motion Right.
According to the 2020 Australasian Strata Insights Report 2020, there were over 1.2 million people living in more than 325,000 strata lots across 83,000 strata schemes in New South Wales and that number is expected to grow dramatically in the n...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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15:18
How Alternative Dispute Resolution Can Help Resolve Building Defect Disputes
In the context of strata, It goes without saying that a dispute regarding building defects can have major ramifications on all involved, hence the necessity to resolve matters promptly before they get out of control. Alternative Dispute Resolut...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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9:34
Mediation & Strata. Everything You Need to Know
When it comes to the resolution of disputes in strata, it doesn't necessarily mean that the only way to resolve the matter is through litigation. In fact, for many jurisdictions, litigation is the last resort, after parties have tried to resolv...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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Important Changes to Strata Schemes Management Act 2015 (NSW)
In December last year, there were a number of legislative updates to the NSW Strata Schemes Management Act 2015. Some of these changes will have a significant i...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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13:58
What You Need to Know About NCAT
It's likely you may have heard the term NCAT, which is an abbreviation for the NSW Civil and Administration Tribiunal. Now not only does that tribunal hear a wide range of matters every day, but often the people before the tribunal are represen...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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16:51
What is a Strata Committee and Should I Join One?
In this podcast, Sachs Gerace Lawyers’ Senior Associate, Clement Lo, explores the key functions of a Strata committee but also the reasons that you may ...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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11:28
Why Owners Corporations Should be Careful with Indemnity Clauses in By-laws
In this podcast, Sachs Gerace Lawyers’ Partner, Anne Fernando, talks about how owners corporations should be very careful with indemnity clauses in th...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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6:08
What You Need to Know About Expert Evidence & NCAT
In our previous edition of the Strata Law Podcast, you might recall that David Sachs of Sachs Gerace discussed what you need to know about preparing documents and evidence for NCAT. Well, in this edition, I continue the conversation with David ...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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Preparing Documents and Evidence for NCAT
If you're involved in a forthcoming NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (NCAT) hearing, it's likely that you have plenty of questions.In this edition of the Strata Law Podcast, Sachs Gerace Lawyers, Principal, David Sachs provides a t...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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Duties of Owners Corporations to maintain books and records
In this episode of the Strata Law Podcast, Clement Lo, Senior Associate from Sachs Gerace discusses the recording requirements of Owners Corporations and Strata Managers.Contact Clement at www.sglawyers.com.au
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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8:40
Claims for Damages by Lot Owners against the Owners Corporation
In this edition of the Strata Law Podcast, Anne Fernando, Partner at Sachs Gerace Lawyers discusses the legal recourse that lot owners may have in those circumstances where an owners corporation fails to comply with its duty to repair and...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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What You Need to Know About Access Orders in Strata
When it comes to Strata, perhaps the most fundamental question that needs determination is who owns what, getting this wrong of course can have major ramifications. In this podcast, T...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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Smoke drift and other nuisances in strata schemes
In this podcast, David Sachs of Sachs Gerace Lawyers discusses the current state of play in NSW in relation to smoke drift and other nuisances in strata schemes.For more information: www.sglawyers.com.au
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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13:59
Choosing the Jurisdiction, Court or Tribunal for Your Dispute
Strata and building disputes are often complex in nature, particularly when there is litigation involved. And for most, you add another layer of complexity when you’re trying to get your head around the jurisdiction where your matter sits and o...
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