If you're part of an owners corporation, a strata manager, or even a resident trying to make sense of upcoming remedial works in your building, this episode is a must-listen. Navigating the legal and practical aspects of building repairs can be overwhelming, especially when residents are still living in the property and works need to be done with minimal disruption. In this edition of the Strata Law Podcast , David Sachs, Principal at Sachs Gerace Lawyers, brings clarity to the often-confusing w...
Jun 06, 2025•12 min•Season 1Ep. 35
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 demystifies the building insurance requirements in NSW and will clarify what insurance under the Home Building Compensation Fund (HBCF) involves.
Apr 28, 2025•8 min•Season 1Ep. 34
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 , litigation expert at Sachs Gerace Lawyers, who brings a wealth of experience navigating high-stakes legal disputes. Together, we unpack the nuts and bolts of litigation—from when and why to start proceedings, to what a statement of claim really means, and how cli...
Apr 03, 2025•12 min•Season 1Ep. 33
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 close attention. What’s the current status of these proposed reforms? How will they impact those who own, manage, and live in strata properties? And most importantly, how can you navigate these changes effectively? We’ll explore: ✔️ What the proposed chang...
Mar 03, 2025•8 min•Season 1Ep. 32
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 principle of mitigation and the obligation to take reasonable steps to minimise loss in building disputes. Contact David: www.sglawyers.com.au
Dec 14, 2024•26 min•Season 1Ep. 31
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 mark" for strata living. But what does this mean for the millions of residents in apartments, townhouses, and unit complexes across NSW—particularly the strata committees and owners' corporations that represent them? We're discussing these reforms with David Sachs of...
Dec 02, 2024•21 min•Season 1Ep. 30
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, Associate, Ramsha Sulaman to discuss the common pitfalls that can trip up even the most experienced builders.
Nov 11, 2024•9 min•Season 1Ep. 29
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.
Oct 03, 2024•12 min•Season 1Ep. 28
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 podcast, Sachs Gerace Lawyers, Partner Anne Fernando discusses the matter. Reach Anne: www.sglawyers.com.au
Aug 30, 2024•10 min•Season 1Ep. 27
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 procedural order; the serious implications of disregarding a final order. Contact David and the team at www.sglawyers.com.au
Jul 26, 2024•16 min•Season 1Ep. 26
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/
Jul 19, 2024•16 min•Season 1Ep. 25
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 next few years. In this context, it is completely understandable that lot owners frequently are wanting to do things to their property or common areas that require approval by the owners corporation. Crucial to this is of course is conveying what you want i...
Apr 30, 2024•15 min•Season 1Ep. 24
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 Resolution or ADR as it is commonly referred to, is a growing means of resolving disputes. In this podcast, Sachs Gerace Partner, Anne Fernando discusses how ADR can assist Owners Corporations in such dispute matters. Contact Sachs Gerace: www.sglawyers.com.au...
Apr 08, 2024•10 min•Season 1Ep. 23
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 resolve through mediation. In this context, in this edition of the Strata Law Podcast, Theresa Khoury of Sachs Gerace Lawyers discusses mediation and strata. Contact Sachs Gerace Lawyers: www.sglawyers.com.au
Mar 08, 2024•9 min•Season 1Ep. 22
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 impact on strata schemes throughout New South Wales. In this edition of the podcast, Clement Lo, of Sachs Gerace Lawyers discusses these key changes.
Jan 31, 2024•14 min•Season 1Ep. 21
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 representing themselves. It goes without saying that that can prove to be a tumolutous event. In this podcast, David Sachs of Sachs Gerace Lawyers gives an overview of NCAT and how to be best prepared. Contact David: www.sglawyers.com.au
Dec 06, 2023•17 min•Season 1Ep. 20
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 or may not want to become a member of such a committee. Visit Sachs Gerace Lawyers at www.sglawyers.com.au
Oct 04, 2023•11 min•Season 1Ep. 19
In this podcast, Sachs Gerace Lawyers’ Partner, Anne Fernando , talks about how owners corporations should be very careful with indemnity clauses in their by-laws, particularly with respect to, when they try to recover legal costs from lot owners.
Sep 07, 2023•6 min•Season 1Ep. 18
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 and today, we're specifically talking about the importance of expert evidence. Reach David: www.sglawyers.com.au
Jun 30, 2023•29 min•Season 1Ep. 17
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 thorough walk-through of everything you need to know to achieve the best results. Need help: www.sglawyers.com.au
May 25, 2023•34 min•Season 1Ep. 16
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
May 04, 2023•9 min•Season 1Ep. 15
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 maintain common property.
Mar 31, 2023•9 min•Season 1Ep. 14
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, Theresa Khoury, Solicitor at Sachs Gerace Lawyers, discusses what you need to know about access orders in Strata.
Mar 03, 2023•9 min•Season 1Ep. 13
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
Feb 03, 2023•14 min•Season 1Ep. 12
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 of course, what Court or Tribunal ultimately will determine the matter. In this podcast, David Sachs explores this topic.
Oct 05, 2022•16 min
Water ingress issues are commonplace when dealing with strata. In this podcast, Partner Anne Fernando discusses the obligations owners corporations have when it comes to water ingress issues and other strata concerns.
Sep 06, 2022•8 min
Defining what common property is in a strata scheme is a fundamentally important thing to know. In this edition of Strata Law Podcast, David Sachs discusses all things common property.
Jul 28, 2022•17 min
It goes without saying that when there is money involved, there are likely to be disputes. That's certainly the case in strata law, particularly in the context of levies. In this edition of the Strata Law podcast, David Sachs discusses levies and the types of disputes that often derive from them.
Jul 08, 2022•16 min
In this podcast, Sachs Gerace Lawyers’ David Sachs shares several cases that his firm has been involved in that illuminate what can go wrong when legal advice is not sought early in disagreements concerning common property repairs.
Jun 14, 2022•17 min
In this Strata Law Podcast, Partner Rebecca Moufarrege discusses everything you need to know about the reporting requirements for Strata schemes in New South Wales.
May 31, 2022•7 min
